what antenna to use?

[crusader]

hi, just bought an old truck and would be happy of a little advice.
the antenna i use mobile is a 7 foot firestick clamped to the ladder on the back of the truck,no probs there.
static mobile i have a tri-mag with a 2piece quarter wave whip,
have not tested this one yet.but should be ok.
i would like an easy to put up larger antenna like an a99 or similar,but want to use approx 600w pep,and have read they dont like too much putting into them,would i get much benefit over a mobile antenna? i have a 4 element yagi and ground mount but its a pain to put up,so i want a compromise, but not too much! cheers for ideas!

 

[FL Native]

a99 is a 1/2wave antenna so it is going to work better than your 1/4 wave antennas you have. but not as good as your beam. but much easier to set up. a99 will handle 600w no problem.

 

[Cheech]

Ow yeah the A99 will handle the power with no problem! the antenna is rated for 2000 watts but I dont think anyone should try and test that! Get that A99 up high and you will be blowing smoke!73s

 

[crusader]

thanks very much guys, i will look out for an a99, are the i-max antennas three piece screw together antennas as well? i have an old 5/8 wave but want something i can put together and take apart quickly and throw in the back of the truck.thinking of a stub tube off the ladder or even a clark pump up mast when one comes along.73's.

 

[FL Native]

yes the imax is 3 pieces and a 5/8 wave so the imax would be your best choice.

 

[crusader]

thanks for the info there native,hey its getting to that time of year,when the band opens for uk-us contacts,heard brazil the other evening so i guess it wont be long.Fl state comes through real strong,so i will have to listen out for winter park!! thanks again

 

[FL Native]

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[crusader]

no wonder you get out so well, i just looked on google earth,and your surrounded by lakes! i am seeking big antennas in the area now!you cant hide!!