Thanks to all for the suggestions…

I ended up using a plastic drafting isosceles triangle and attaching it via 
electrical tape to keep the antenna upright.  Here is a picture….

http://www.nc4en.com/NC4EN/Gallery.html#0

We’ll see how satisfied I am with that.

73,

Rich, NC4EN

On Feb 12, 2014, at 7:58 PM, Richard Mitchell <rich.nc...@gmail.com> wrote:

> I am using an MFJ-1899T antenna on my KX3 using the right angle BNC connector 
> I purchased from Elecraft.  My issue is that the antenna will not stand up 
> straight because the right angle connector does not lock into place.  It 
> rotates freely around the axis connected to the KX3.  Is there a solution for 
> keeping the antenna upright other than holding it with my fingers which will 
> probably affect SWR.
> 
> 73,
> 
> Rich NC4EN

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