[Antennas] SGC-237 needs a 9 ft whip

Ronald KA4INM Youvan [email protected]
Sat, 02 Nov 2002 15:11:25 -0500


> If you want to work 40M I suggest making an extension for teh CB whip from a
> foot or more of 3/8 threaded rod and a 3/8 coupler. You should be able to
> find the threaded rod and coupler at a builder's supply store such as Home
> Depot or Lowes. Ideally threaded stainless steel rod might be better, but
> that may be harder to find.
 
  Remember common 3/8" rod and coupling nuts are 3/8 X 16 while all 

antennas are 3/8 X 24, different thread pitches.

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