Thanks, Steve.

These are good insights.

73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Steve Forst" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Monday, August 27, 2012 10:14 PM
Subject: Re: RG8X Coax Question


> Tom,
>
> While I'm not familiar with either one, some things that will  cause a
> price difference (besides dealer markup) would include:
> Brand of coax, brand of connectors and whether they are crimped or
> soldered, type and quality of coax jacket (some jackets are more durable
> or even direct bury type).
>
> I'm sure there are other factors, but you should determine  which one
> suits your particular needs.  I've seen marine grade RG-8X that will run
> more than the garden variety stuff.   Make sure you compare apples to
> apples.
>
> You would expect to pay more for Belden with soldered on connectors,
> compared to  a no name brand with crimp ons.   The cheaper one may suit
> you just fine.
>
>
> 73, Steve KW3A
>
> On 8/27/2012 9:48 PM, Tom Behler wrote:
>> Hi, all.
>>
>> Well, I've decided to take the leap and purchase a single 50-foot run of
>> RG8X coax for my Rv G5RV installation.  However, what looked simple on 
>> the
>> surface has now turned a bit more complicated.
>>
>> A check of the Universal Radio web site shows a 50-foot run of coax with
>> PL259 ends installed to cost approximately $22.  At the same time, Ham 
>> Radio
>> Outlet shows a 50-foot run of RG8X with PL259's to cost $38.
>>
>> Does anyone have any ideas regarding the great difference in prices here? 
>> I
>> know that Ham Radio Outlet's prices tend to be higher on many things, 
>> but,
>> quite honestly, I didn't expect this much of a price variation.
>>
>>
>>
>> 73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
>>
>>
>>
>