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    antennae modelling software

    Hi can any one recommend any free antenna modelling software or not to expensive ...for windows or linux Thanks dave
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    best length for ground radials on 5/8 wave

    Hi i was just wondering what dictates the optimal length of ground radials on say a 5/8 wave sigma 2 type with a matching ring? if practical what will happen if say they are 1/2 wave or even 5/8 wave will the type of matching make a difference to the length needed ? thanks Dave
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    Paintinng an Antenna?

    Well i know you can not spray it aluminium silver paint, a mate of mine did a 7 feet firestick and his swr went almost to the red.... the paint must have had a high metal content :oops:
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    Modified Vector 4000

    Good luck and keep us posted. I'm really interested to get a good comparison review for this one. What will you be comparing your's too? Thanks for that At the mo i am running a cheap 5/8 silver no name rod that was given to me not working The problem with it was the centre tap on the...
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    Modified Vector 4000

    Well thats pretty unanimous its the new one then....Thanks for the prompt reply That gives me a bit of time as i am 1/2 way in to moving house so have not time at the mo but if the 7/8 wave had been recommended id have to get one now as i dont now how long they will be available. Two...
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    Modified Vector 4000

    Hi all I am going to buy the vector 4000 and i have been following this thread for some time, But i still non the wiser which has the most gain if any, the old 7/8 wave or the new 3/4 The local shop has both, the 7/8 is at a discount £10 less than the 3/4 At the moment am with the 7/8 as the...