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| Reviews Summary for SteppIR Fluidmotion 6-20mtr Yagi |
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Reviews: 95
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Average rating: 4.7/5
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MSRP: $1099
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Description: Remotely ajustable 6-20 mtr continuosly...available as Dipole-2 elements or 3 elements Yagi.Copper tape length inside fiberglass tubing controlled by stepper motors. 1500W rated!
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More info: http://www.steppir.com
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KK7P
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Rating: 5/5
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Dec 13, 2009 17:32
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Two Thumbs Up!
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Time owned: 3 to 6 months
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I replaced my ancient TH6DXX (I'd purchased new in 1978) with a recent production, used SteppIR 3 element Yagi with the 40/30 meter driven element. I had to purchase replacement fiberglas tubes for the reflector when I re-assembled the antenna. I added a home-brew extra director for 6 meters.
High winds drove the antenna/mast/rotator out of alignment, with no damage to the antenna. I have since added Slipp-Nott clamps at the antenna and at the rotator. So far, there has been no further wind-driven misalignment.
I am very satisfied with the antenna's performance and features.
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HB9ANM
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Rating: 5/5
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Oct 1, 2009 13:13
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Still 5/5 after 6 years!
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I have been using my 2el SteppIR extensively for 6 years without any problem. Only the chip had to be replaced some 4 years ago, not an issue. Yes, I have a pneumatic tower and can lower it to a comfortable working level - but so far... I only do so during winter storms, just to be on the safe side! And the rubber sleeves still look like new. May I add that the control unit is grounded and the control cable disconnected whenever I leave the shack.
Still very happy with the SteppIR!
Richard - HB9ANM
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N6AJR
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 26, 2009 12:20
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simpley the best
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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My 3 ele steppir has been up for around 5 years, no problems as of yet..:) it is simpley the best hf beam I have ever owned. Great support from the factory, no problems as of yet, and super performance. it is always resonant on every band in every segment.
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K7RNV
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 26, 2009 11:57
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WOW
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I have a steppir dipole which i made into a 2 element. The only thing i can say is WOW, iam hearing stuff i could not hear with the dipole.. Adding the extra element was very easy and help for the steppir crew was outstanding.. You have to convert the dipole driver to a passive element by cutting the shield from the coax inside and solder it to the center conductor of the coax.. Then follow the instructions and you a good to go.. Iam only up 12 feet as i have HOA but receiver is more than triple and transmitt is outstanding.. I have had no problems with the dipole and so far none here with the 2 element.. Thanks steppir.. 73 Bob Reno Nv
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W3GJD
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Rating: 3/5
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Aug 6, 2009 06:23
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Needs Tune-up:
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Works great for a time. Make sure it is installed on a crank-up or tilt-over antenna support structure for easy service. Reminds me the days when I had to tune-up my MG-Roadster every Saturday.
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LA4UOA
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Rating: 2/5
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Aug 5, 2009 14:49
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NOT 5 anymore
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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When i first wrote about this antenna, i had the antenna only for a short while.
Now i have had it up for more than 4 years, and there been several problems , first with controller, the chip or board went wrong after short while, the rubber boots was in a poor cond after only 3 years, and lately the swr has gone up on 15 and 17m, the director is not possible to move from the controller, so i think it is something mecanic problems, i will find out when i get it down, because i have to paint the elements again, original paint did not protect it against UV .
The antenna is fantastic when it work, but boring when you have to climb up and down to repair it.It will work ok for a while, but 3-4 years is NOT good enough, they have to make it a lot better.
I did call it the best antenna on the marked, but thats NOT correct anymore.
But one thing is positve, and that is the SUPER service from Rone Stone at Wine antenna, he do what he can to help .This review is very honest, and i would not buy this antenna again, to many moving parts, and weak materials.
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AH6RR
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Rating: 5/5
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Jan 30, 2009 09:50
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I Love It
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Time owned: 6 to 12 months
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I bought my 3 element with the 40/30 dipole used it was 6 months old at the time. I have it mounted on a 4.5 foot Glen Martin roof tower on the house at 35 feet. So far I have worked over 100 countries and all 50 states. I replaced a Cushcraft A3S and found a remarkable difference not only in the F/B but the received signals. Some might find the Hash when the antenna is changing Bands/Frequency not to their liking but the preformance more than makes up for it. If you do not own one yet find someone who has one and see if you can operate it, once that happens you will be placing an order for one that I can grantee. I know they are not cheap but remember "Your Station Is Only As Good As Your Antenna" and thats where to put your money for a excellent station.
73 and Great DX
Roland AH6RR
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KL7GS
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Rating: 2/5
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Dec 28, 2008 22:48
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Needs regular maintenance
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Installed my 4 el, on 80' of Rohn guyed tower in October 2005. One fiberglass element came down in a wind earlier this winter. Now I need to bring it down to replace all the rubber boots. The factory is good on furnishing the new boots and another pole at no charge.
I'm an engineer, and like this antenna when it operates. But the SteppIR should be installed on a telescoping tip over tower with a tilt plate, so the owner can easily get to it for regular maintenance.
I did not realize the maintenance requirements for this antenna when I installed it. I was on top of the tower to install it, but with my bad knees, I cannot regularly climb the tower, and get the antenna down for servicing, especially in Alaska winters.
There are lots of things that go wrong with the SteppIR antenna. Factory support is good, and the signal reports are good when it works.
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IK8OZZ2
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Rating: 5/5
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Dec 28, 2008 07:16
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Great antenna
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I have my SteppIR in the late March 2007.When i buy this antenna lot of my friends(??) said me that: You buy a television antenna !! Now, my great satisfation is : around my qth some amateur radio using the SteppIR ,also the same person who said me about television antenna....I am very amazing for the antenna,i have also the addon kit for 30/40 and i am very satisfied.Just one cable and i work 8 bands, now i have the K3 and also work great with SteppIR.The help desk is marvelous like the antenna system.
SteppIR is Great !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Best regards and enjoy SteppIR....
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NN9S
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Rating: 5/5
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Dec 27, 2008 16:40
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More Than I Expected
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I installed my SteppIR @ 60ft 10-10-07 and so this is the 2nd winter. So far no problems at all and the performance is just outstanding. On 17m every time I am on the air running barefoot (200w IC 7700) I get comments saying you are the strongest signal I am seeing on my scope etc. This thing is just a terror and the front to back is awesome. The front to back is so good I need to listen in the bi direction mode to not over look stations that are s-9 but I won't hear in the normal mode. Lately about 4pm CST I beam into Japan, call cq JA only and within 5 mins I will have several JA's piled up on me. This antenna just works like no other I have ever used. Like my summary says it is "more than I expected" I thought surely this thing can't be as good as others said but it is. As far as trouble free it has been so far (only 15 months) but an antenna this good I won't mind doing if needed some service over the years. Most antenna's you put up will need some care and feeding. You just have to sit down underneath one of these antennas with a good receiver to fully understand the awesome performance on each band with the instant 180 degree switch and bi directional ability and monobander performance on EVERY Frequency.
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