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Re: [VHFcontesting] [FFMA] MAST FOR ROVERS

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Subject: Re: [VHFcontesting] [FFMA] MAST FOR ROVERS
From: "Jim Johnson" <jim@kc4hw.com>
Date: Mon, 9 Aug 2021 16:19:48 -0500
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I 
don't think the following would represent the best solution, but I too have 
been thinking about this and thought that I would try to use some of the 1m 
fiberglass military poles.  My thought was to used adjustable clamps above and 
below each joint., with a total of 5 pieces that you be a length of 16'-
9".  Which would perhaps give enough height to clear vicinity obstacles, like 
vehicles, RV, tents, etc

Been working on a 3L 6m antenna and probably just the one antenna to start 
with.  I believe that this mast would support a HO Loop for 2m and/or 70cm as 
well.  Perhaps a small rotor could be installed at the 2nd joint.   I think the 
"Armstrong" rotor with be my initial method.

My biggest concern is managing a scope out pole, as I am now 73 I don't think 
that I will be getting any stronger in the coming years.  hi hi.  

I definitely would be interested in what others have to suggest.

Jim/KC4HW - EM71 Alabama


----- Original Message -----
From: Robert W5AJ <woodr90@gmail.com>
Reply-To: <FFMA@groups.io>
To: <FFMA@groups.io>
Sent: 8/9/2021 2:43:56 PM
Subject: [FFMA] MAST FOR ROVERS


Recently purchased a mast support for Truck receiver hitch.   "Portable" five 
element beam is in possession.   What type of portable masts are being used 
that can be easily carried inside pickup bed or short SUV?????

73 W5AJ

The mast support:  https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07ZGBRT61    I'm not 
recommending it or otherwise, hopefully it works for Rover use - parked. 
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