I think the best route will be a new Aluminum tower.  Heck, it's only money.

 tnx,

 Ed

 I want to install a lightweight tower to be the center support for wire antennas.  I have considered going aluminum because of the weight and maybe easy tilt up. 

 I have a source for Rohn 20.  If I go with a hinge base in the specified concrete base, can a 40 foot tower be raised by mortal men?

 Any input will be greatly appreciated.

 Thanks,
 Ed

One important item is a good place to work. Needs to have plenty of table top work space and away be from the domestic activities. 

Ed

 I finally have radios that handle my very irritating noise here.  The best blanker I have ever found, by far, is my Drake TR-7.

 Next best is almost a tie with Ten-Tec OMNI V and ICOM 746PRO.  I have used many rigs, old and new, these work best for me.

 Good luck,

 Ed WA4NJY

Thanks for the info guys.  I ordered the M2 4 element yagi.  The Innova antennas look good. The order time is a bit long.


Thanks,
Ed

Thanks for the reply. I am aware of the polarity issue. Just for casual FM. Emphasis will be SSB.

My main concern is build quality of the Cushcraft vs the M2.  I had the 9 element M2 at one time and it was pretty good except for the element "keepers".

Some dealers are offering free shipping on the Cushcraft.

Ed

I am wanting a small yagi for 2 meter use, both FM and SSB.  Now looking at the Cushcraft A124WB, M2 4 element, both with T-match and maybe the M2 3 element with Gamma Match. Should I be concerned with build quality of the Cushcraft later models?

The Gulf Alpha 5 element is a possibility although it is somewhat larger.

Will be mounted horizontal.

Any info will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Ed

 Has anyone purchased the extended warranties offered by HRO and GigaParts?

 Any experience with claims?

 Thanks,
 
 Ed

The LDG KT-100 would be my choice.  Double check that it works with the 590.

Ed

  Just keep the rig within ALC range and you will be ok.  I only use a scope with the AM rigs.

Ed

  Meant to say Plenty of DX and stateside on 20 meters.


  Ed

Todd,

I use the version with 40 meter traps only.  Using an LDG AT-1000 tuner I have worked plenty of DX and stateside with 100 watts.  The antenna has apex at 36 feet and each end is at about 20 feet.  17 meters is somewhat useful, but I think the pattern is a bit weird.

Give it a good try.

Ed

Has anyone used a Wal-Mart money order?

Ed

Hi ken,

Thanks for the info. I know the 480 has a lot going for it.  I was thinking about giving six meters another try this summer.
Have been waiting two months for a rig to show up locally.  Decided to take a chance with an ICOM 746PRO. Within a week of buying it, the following rigs are for sale nearby: FT-950, 756PRO and TenTec 6n2.

I am a bit concerned about the service future of my 746, but some well known service techs said don't worry about this late serial number rig.

Anyway, I am on six with a small beam for now.  Will see how it goes.

tnx,
Ed

  W8JX,

  Thanks.  That is the info I need.

  Ed