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Old March 13th 04, 10:21 PM
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Im running a multiband dipole for 40 and 30 meters at 50 feet. I get
great results and when the band is open get good DX results. I also
have a homebrew vertical GP that has limited results. When switching
between the 2 antenna's the dipole always receives better.
I think the height of the dipole and whether it is cut for
resonances is a big factor. I dont use a tuner for 40 or 30 meters.
Also I have a 1:1 Van Gordon High Q Balun at the feed point. My coax
run is about 60 feet.
This is a tough time to evaulate antenna's. Band condx's are so poor
that we tend to blame our equipment. A few nights ago from New
Jersey, I was getting solid contacts to Europe and South America then
the band closed.

Best 73's
Mike
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