There is really no problem using either the ring and ground lead or
the coax connector. You don't run into problems until you get a lot
higher in frequency. The only thing is if you need to modify the
antenna mount in order to use the ring terminal, then it wouldn't make
sense to do it. If you use the ring, keep the leads as short as
possible. Especially the ground lead.

Dick

On 30 Nov 2005 17:19:29 -0800, wrote:

Dick -

I was thinking of cutting it off, and going with a simple ring and the
corresponding mount from the hamstick guys... when I say ring, I mean
something like....

http://www.firestik.com/images/coax-a.gif

But I've only seen that referenced at hamstick (who seems to target HF
more), and for CB installs. Is there a reasons for this? are ring &
spade cable ends not as effective for VHF & UHF use?

I'm always learning...

Richard
N0TZC

PS - thanks for being constructive, i made the same post on a board
online, and some guy made me feel like a fool on this- my first install
ever. its good to know there are guys out there who are willing to
help.