[Drake] Antenna Question...

[Larry Knapp]

Jim - Some very good information here on the GAP....appreciate it being sent to
the entire list; thanks Alan.

I am also a proud owner of a GAP Titan since 1999.  It certainly is the best
verical I have ever owned, having owned several HyGain's and Hustlers...never
had owned a Butternut.  It certainly is a far better product than most. 
Advantages to the builder are no grounding and no radials.  Just like any
antenna it depends upon how it's constructed and by all means it does need to
be guyed.

I would read over all the reviews on eHam.net...I am one of the early
reviewers.  Some additional tips are in some of the reviews and they should be
paid attention to.

You can find these antennas sometimes used at less than the $300+ original
price...so look on eHam and QTH.com.  If you want it new, refer to the GAP
website and they have links to those outlets that sell them. 

Best....hope this has assisted in your decision.
73, Larry KC8JX
--- ARDUJENSKI@aol.com wrote:
> Jim
> I have used one for several years. As with any antenna they are all a 
> compromise. First you need to decide what bands and if local or DX. Note the
> GAP Titan is basically a vertical dipole and will be low angle and not very
> good generally within 500-1000 miles depending on band. I have mine tuned so
> it is 1-to-1 SWR on all the CW portions of the bands. I have worked Europe on
> 900 milliwatts CW plus lots of other DX on very low power with it.
> 
> If you do a lot of 80m close in work you will not be pleased due to the low 
> angle lobes.
> 
> So define your operation type and then pick an antenna that comes closest to 
> producing the lobes you need.
> 
> Alan KB7MBI in Woodinville, WA

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I'm thinking of adding a Vertical, such as the Gap Titian DX. Anyone have any
experience with this antenna?  It looks good on paper.  Best place to buy?

Many thanks

Jim - W8DRZ



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May your days be full of sunshine and good thoughts fill your head.
From: Larry Knapp, KC8JX, St. Joseph, Mi  49085
  Best 73's

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