> The Hy-Gain AV-640 is very similar, but appears to have a little more
> top loading and is a bit shorter. It is also less expensive.
The Hy-Gain AV series verticals are electrically similar to the
Cushcraft equivalents. However, the Hy-Gain antennas seem to be less
mechanically "robust" and reports I've received from Hy-Gain owners
indicate the "finish" is less on the Hy-Gain than the Cushcraft (even
though both are MFJ companies).
73,
... Joe, W4TV
On 2014-10-20 1:57 AM, Vic Rosenthal K2VCO/4X6GP wrote:
The main reason is that the Cushcraft R8 was one of the antennas in the
comparison report on verticals by N0AX and K7LXC (cost $20 but worth it)
here:
<http://www.championradio.com/HF-VERTICAL-PERFORMANCE-TEST-METHODS-RESULTS.3>
The Hy-Gain AV-640 is very similar, but appears to have a little more
top loading and is a bit shorter. It is also less expensive.
Incidentally, yesterday afternoon we had a storm with remarkably high
winds. I went up to look at the antenna and had to take care not to be
blown down. I was /very/ glad I had guyed it at two locations. I may
even add a third set of guys.
On 20 Oct 2014 05:28, Robert G Strickland wrote:
Vic...
Any thoughts on choosing the Cushcraft over the Hy-Gain for a vertical?
...robert
On 10/18/2014 14:55, Vic Rosenthal K2VCO/4X6GP wrote:
I put up an R8 vertical on a small building (containing my shack) that
sits on the roof.
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