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Are there any Trees that you can attach to?
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From: "Rick" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Thursday, May 06, 2010 1:22 PM
Subject: G5RV installation questions.
> Hi list.
> I just ordered a G5Rv, and would like to ask you all for advice on how =
> to install it.
> I've never put up a wire antenna before, and my help has never put up =
> any kind of antenna, so I'll have to provide the know how.
> Here's my situation.
> I plan to put it up as an inverted V.
> I have 79 feet by no more than 20 feet to put it in.
> I didn't measure the width.
> I cant attach anything to the house, so it will have to be a free =
> standing mast.
> I don't have room to put in guywires.
> My shack is on the second floor.
> Now for my questions.
> How much free standing mast can I safely use?
> What do I do with the ladder line?
> If I understand right there is 33 feet of ladder line, and it's not a =
> good idea to have it near metal.
> Thanks in advance for any help, and 7 3.
>
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