Hi Gang,

I'm building my first 6 meter vertical antenna
for repeater use. I already have a 6 meter beam
for SSB DX use. (Cushcraft 5 element)

I'm using the plans from G3JVL for a 5/8 wave
aluminum antenna. I have the tubing from Texas
Towers (extruded aluminum) designed to fit in
to each other, so this should make a perfect
antenna when I get it cut to size. For those
not familiar with the G3JVL antenna, here is
a link:

http://www.hamuniverse.com/6metervertical.html

The advice I need is how should I protect the
antenna prior to putting it on the roof? Is there
a spray I should use to resist rust, or something
I should use when I connect the sections to help
maintain a good connection and prevent oxidation?
I suppose this might have the added benefit of making
the antenna easier to disassemble.

I was planning on using stainless hardware to assemble
the sections. I was initially thinking of using a
stainless hose clamp, but I was advised to drill a hole
through the sections and use a bolt and nut as that is
more reliable.

This is my fist shot at a homebrew, so any advice is
appreciated.

Thanks,

Mike N2QAC