I have used an HF antenna switch for switching VHF antennas and it seemed to
work reasonably well.
But, it is recommended to use a switch that is rated for VHF
frequencies...they can be quite lossy on vhf frequencies if they're not
designed for them.

73
Colin, V A6BKX
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Rick" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Thursday, October 04, 2007 2:01 PM
Subject: Antenna switches.


> Hi list.
> I want to put up a 2 meter di-pole for my Kenwood TS-711A.
> I also want to be able to switch between my virtical and the di-pole,.
> I have an antenna switch from my children's band, uh, I mean my CB days,
can
> I use this, or do I need a VHF switch if there is even such a thing?
> Thanks in advance for your help, and 73.
>
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