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| G5RV Questions | N3SNZ | on 4/5/12 |
| Thanks for the help. I have a better idea on how to go about this project. I plan to "spud gun" the antenna in a tree that is better than 50 feet tall and slope it with the use of parachute cord to the ground. As for feed line, I am going to research the suggestions given. I was thinking of using rg8-x which my local club uses extensively. Would this be ok to use for this application or am I asking for trouble and could I theoretically get away with using rg6 feed line? What kind of losses and SWR issues am I likely to see? I had a cb friend try to pass off a box of rg58 coax but I get this weird "don't even think of using this stuff" feeling about it. Decisions, decisions. Thanks for your continued assistance and 73's. Robert Schuette, N3SNZ |
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| G5RV Questions | N3SNZ | on 1/5/12 |
| Hello All, I am in the process of rebuilding my HF station. I'm considering getting a G5RV mulitband antenna since I have some really tall trees to put it up into. I "get" the theory behind the antenna and a tuner is a nessecity but beyond that, I'm confused on a few things. Here goes: 1. The G5RV is fed with twin lead ladder line and connected to coax into the tuner. Should not a balun be placed in between the ladder line and the coax? 2. I plan to use the G5RV as a sloper. How high should the terminating mast be or can I pound a post into the ground and tie it off there?? 3. What is the best coaxial line to use with this and what is the best tuner to use with a G5RV for optimum results? I am building this station on a budget so a tuner for a FT-9000DX is out of the question. Thanks and 73's Bob Schuette, N3SNZ |
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