Never thought about it, Tom, but I think you're right.  I should have some 
kind of sealer on the outside connections.
The Other Howard, WA9RYF

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "tom behler" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Thursday, August 26, 2010 7:31 AM
Subject: Re: best strategy for sealing outdoor coax connections


>    Thanks for the tip, Bob.
>
> I got my Carolina Windom 160 compact from Radioworks, and they actually
> threw some coax seal in the package.  Don't know if it will be enough for
> all three of my antennas, but maybe I'll get lucky.
>
> If I end up not having enough, I can always order more.
>
> Thanks for the tip!
>
> 73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Bob Tinney" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 11:57 PM
> Subject: Re: best strategy for sealing outdoor coax connections
>
>
> Hi Tom,
>
> I would not get the Rat Shack coax seal, get it from
> www.radioworks.com
>
> The Rat Shack stuff is not as sticky!
>
> Bob Tinney, K8LR, [log in to unmask]
> Skype, bobtinn
> Life is full of challenges, that's what makes it interesting!
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "tom behler" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 10:53 PM
> Subject: Re: best strategy for sealing outdoor coax connections
>
>
>    Kevin or anyone else:
>
> Is the Radio Shack coax seal acceptible?
>
> It's about the easiest thing I think I can get around here.
>
> I have some, and can easily get more if needed.
>
> 73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Kevin Nathan" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 9:04 AM
> Subject: Re: best strategy for sealing outdoor coax connections
>
>
> Hi Tom,
>
> I've never used both.  If I can get it, I use the coax seal.  It's a mess 
> if
> you ever want to undo the connection but I find it works well and you can
> spread it with your fingers into those tight places where you can't seem 
> to
> wind tape.
>
> Very 73 and I'm looking forward to hearing you back on again.
>
>
>
> Kevin :)
> Amateur Radio:  K7RX
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
> On Behalf Of tom behler
> Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 04:44
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: best strategy for sealing outdoor coax connections
>
> Hi, all.
>
> As you know, I am awaiting some antenna help, and once that help arrives, 
> I
> should be able to get some antennas up here at the Michigan qth.
>
> I'm planning to use the Diamond X200A and Alpha Delta DXCC that I used out
> in Colorado for VHF/UHF, and HF respectively.
>
> I also purchased a Carolina Windom 160 compact from Radioworks, which I 
> plan
>
> to run at right angles to the DXCC if I can, which hopefully may help me 
> out
>
> a bit on the lower bands--namely 80 and 160.  Actually, I have never been 
> on
>
> 160, which is also part of the motivation for purchasing the Carolina 
> Windom
>
> 160 compact.
>
> Anyway, I know this topic has been discussed before, but can't remember 
> how
> the issue was resolved.
>
> What is the best way to seal outdoor coax connections?  I have some Radio
> Shack coax seal here, plus some electrical tape, but I can't remember
> whether it's best to put the coax seal on first, followed by the tape, or
> put the tape on first, followed by the coax seal.
>
> I just want to do things right the first time, if you know what I mean.
> (smile)
>
> 73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ