On Tue, 18 Jan 2005 22:31:27 GMT, Ed wrote:

Will sch 40 pvc be ok for a 440 mhz boom? Or will it eventially warp
in the sun? (We have brutal summers sometimes).

Its OK

For selected definitions of "OK".
The UV radiation will eventually turn it to dust. Here at 7,700',
that occurs in about 3 years. Painting it may delay that problem.

73
Jonesy
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Have had CPVC break down and "go away" but never PVC.

Sam

"Topaz305RK" wrote in message
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Have had CPVC break down and "go away" but never PVC.

Sam

Me too.
BUT painting is a good idea!
I use zinc chromate to prime,
and pale blue to hide the antenna!

Can't decide on the trim color though!