[ARC5] Is the list still live?

[David Stinson]

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "J Mcvey" <ac2eu at yahoo.com>


>I have learned that when they said "designed for short antenna 
>applications", they weren't kidding!I can't load the 40 meter
> unit on a 50 ft wire...too long!!!

Put a good, 1 KV or better NPO 50 pFd cap between
the antenna post and your feedline.   I buy the 50 puff
doorknobs from Eastern Europe and they work well.
Prices are all over the map for doorknobs so shop around.
Here's two 100 pFd for ten bucks:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/111749985417
Put one in line for 80 mtrs and two in series for 40.
It will then load-up a 50-ohm antenna with no trouble.

73 DE Dave AB5S