[SixClub] new net

[RJ Mattson]

Hi Bob
The RG-6 is 72 ohms but will match to a J-pole. Follow the same adjustment
procedure as 50 ohm cable until you get the lowest SWR.
Because of its size, I wouldn't go much over 50' to keep loses down.
I use RG-6 to a 6m J-pole and halo in the attic, and it works fine.
bob...w2ami
www.qrz.com/callsign/w2ami

> Bob Royal wrote:
>
> > Seems some of the operators in Reno NV. have started a Monday night 6m
> > net. 7pm pst. They start out on 52.525fm and move to 50.125ssb a little
> > later. Thats all the details I have at the moment. I'm in the process of
> > trying to get an antenna up higher in hopes of catching it. I have a
> > pretty good size mountain range between me and them.... Barely made
> > noise on my scanner last week.
> > Any comments on using RG-6 coax on 6? I was given a part roll  and was
> > thinking about using it with a J-pole I have sitting around.
> > Other than that all is quiet in DM09ii.......
> > 73'
> > Bob R.  kd7oan