Radials don't just help with tx and rx, it is really half of your antenna, 
so don't neglect them.

It will work just as well with the insulation left on and the wire itself 
should last longer too.   If you happen to lay your hands on some bare wire, 
use it too.  The more the merrier.

Some guys bury them, but it can be a lot of work, depending on  how hard the 
ground is and how soft your back is.   Some guys   hold them down on top 
with  lawn staples and in a few months they will disappear into the  grass.

73, Steve KW3A
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Gery Gaubert" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Thursday, November 06, 2008 2:10 PM
Subject: radials and antennas


> Ok, got it now.  I have been told that the radials help in transmition. 
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> they do anything for reception?  Also about the direct burial wire can I 
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> eave the insulation on or should I remove?
>