MFJ-1886 Receive Loop review
Once I tracked down all of the noisy wall warts in the house 😉 I am fortunate to have a RF noise quiet location, however […]
Antennas
160m and 60m Inverted L project
With winter approaching it is time to make improvements to my antenna setup for 160m. The current Inverted V with its high angle of radiation […]
LMR-SW540 Repeater feedline
My experience using LMR-SW540 feedline on my backyard repeater.
Dipole adventures
I was unable to get low band dipoles up before winter hit and frankly I was just tired of antenna work. With better weather I have experimented with a couple solutions, read on to learn more.
Rotator Lightning protection
Build your own protection using MOV’s and save a bundle.
FoxDelta – USB Antenna Analyzer review
It is a two-fer, fun to build and a great tool for antenna work. Build yourself this PC based antenna analyzer without breaking the bank.
Tower Time – Lightning suppression
Trying to keep my shinny 100ft lightning rod from damaging gear.
Ameritron RCS-4 Remote coax switch “kit” review
Looking at the available solutions to maximize the utilization of my feedlines, I selected the Ameritron RCS-4 Remote coax switch for placement at my tower […]
Tower Time – Part 8 – Wrap up
Inspection The county building department came out after the tower was set and signed of on the project. With this formality complete I was able […]
Tower Time – Part 7 – Crane day
The weather which was forecast to be warm but wet, stayed warm and dry with an overcast sky, moderate winds and temp in the 50s. […]
Tower Time – Part 6 – RSL Assembly
Putting together a one ton erector set.
Tower Time – Part 5 – Zoning variance application
My journey down the tower zoning path.
Tower Time – Part 4 – Foundation
Tower site preparation, foundation excavation and pouring.
Tower time – Part 1- Requirements
Ok time to explore putting up a tower, starting the needs assessment and selection process.
Getting active again
The trials and tribulations of returning to a hobby after a two decade pause.