From: "Ron Quintana" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: [RCSE] Power/Rubber Duck
<<Anyone had any experience using these in place of the OEM telescoping
antenna?>>
Yes. ~ 10 years with Futaba Txs (7UGFS and 9C). Haven't had a 'hit' yet.
<<Is the range loss significant?>>
No.
Only problems I've seen are the same as with OEM systems - receiver antenna
positioning especially in carbon/kevlar environments. Out of sight range with
3M ships. Good low altitude control with DLGs. Particularly useful (for me)
with DLGs - helps prevent 'bent antenna' syndrome.
There is some loss of signal but not enough to affect range in any way I've
seen. Antenna lobe pattern is different but more favorable for pointing the Tx
at the plane.
Be aware that since these are not OEM, a CD can disallow their use - but I've
not seen that rule invoked over the years.
For the 9C, there's an installation article in the Feb, 2003 RCSD.
- Dave R
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