[TAC] Antenna discussion

[Hank Kohl]

On 9/11/05, Jeff <n8cc at mei.net> wrote:
> 
> >
> >Is the Battle Creek Special going to go to FP?  And how heavy is it?
> 
> If you are referring to the one at N8CC, let me know asap, and I will
> check it out and give it a thorough going over.  I'm not sure of the
> weight, cuz we usually pack other antenna stuff in the golf case with
> it.  Alone, I don't think it's real heavy.  it's standing up out
> behind the barn right now, and I haven't put power to it in some time.

Yes, that's the one.  Is it in good enough shape to take?  
I guess the question would be --- would it be a benefit?  

Or would three of the K4TMC metal or fiberglass masts holding a dipole
up about 30 - 40 ft work better?

I didn't operate 160 or 80 when we took it to FP the last time, so I don't 
know how effective it was from the yard where we had it set up.  

Kurt --- do you remember?

> 
> Also, I told Ted that I would donate a 1K foot spool of parachute
> cord to the cause if you need it.  It's on a spool about the size of
> a spool of #10 THW wire... but a lot lighter! :-)

I also have some parachute cord .... it was 1000 ft ..... not sure how
much is left. 


> 
> We also talked about getting some of those cheapy penlight
> flashlights  for a buck or two apiece to throw in the various antenna
> containers, kits, etc.  Sooner or later you're gonna have to make a
> trip out in the dark, and having a few mini-flashlights around to see
> where you're walking might be handy.  Each of you could have one to
> carry in his pocket.

Good idea!


> 
> Jeff - N8CC
> 
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