Lucky Boy! I wish I had the space for one here, let us know how well it 
works, 73's, Albert, WA7FXB
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Steve Forst" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Friday, August 22, 2014 5:40 PM
Subject: I've been Hexed


> No witchcraft involved,  but just put up a Hex beam to replace the short
> boom 2 element tri bander.  I put it together yesterday and got it up on
> the mast this morning.  Just under 15 feet right now.  I don't think I'm
> going to extend the  other section until I have some sighted help to
> help me get the  thing guyed  while keeping it vertical.
>
> SWR is super on the 5 HF bands, but resonant point is a bit high in the
> band on 6 meters.
>
> This one came from NA4RR, one of the many purveyors of this type of
> antenna.   Parts seem to be good quality and with everything pre
> measured and pre cut, it's easy enough to put together with your eyes
> closed (so to speak).
>
> 73, Steve KW3A
>