[Lowfer] Another Newbie

[Vern Jackson]

Another Newbie: Looking for some information on 
 
    Transmitting verticals;
 
                1. What is the correct formula for calculating radiation
resistance for a top loaded vertical
                    Most calculations agree on length squared over
wavelength squared, but the multiplcation 
                    factors I have seen range from 398 to 1450 to give Rrad
in milliohms, which is it.
 
                2. Top hat capacity loading, how long do the loading wires
have to be with respect to mast height, 
                    planning on about 40 feet of vertical mast with steep
guy lines. The top three wires will form the 
                    capacity hat. 
 
                3. Has anyone had any luck with using residential drain
spout as a vertical antenna.
 
                4. Elevated ground systems, antenna is going on the roof of
the garage, it has more surface area 
                    then my back yard. 
 
    Reception;
 
                 Have a 20 turn six foot loop in the attic, looking for
information on signals below 200 khz that I can use to get a 
                 reference on loop performance. Have yet to hear a part 15
lowfer signal. 
 
                Using a Kenwood TS 450 sat, does anyone know how well this
radio recieves below 200 khz, it has quit a few
                intenal IM products(birdies).
 
                Is CFH on the air and what is it's frequency if it is.
 
            So thanks in advance for any information that will help
 
            QTH Winnipeg EN 19
Vern W Jackson B. Sc,
Ve4Xc
 

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