Never ever count on the ground screw on the radio for lightning protection.
That is rf ground. If lightning hets that far you are in a world of
trouble. I would do what youre doing but not for lightning.
On Jun 25, 2015 10:01 AM, "Tom Behler" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

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> I know I'll get varying opinions on this, but I have a question about
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> As many of you know, my main rig out there is my TS480, and I will be using
> my trusty Alpha Delta DXCC multi-band dipole.  When all is said and done,
> I'm hoping the antenna will be up about 30 feet in the trees.
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> Just as I did in previous years, I will have a ground connection running
> from the ground screw on the TS480 to a terminal ground connection on the
> back bumper of the RV.  I use 10-gauge wire for this connection.
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> Of course, I am very careful about disconnecting my antenna at any sign of
> thunderstorms.
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> Is this adequate, or should I be pursuing something additional?
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> I wouldn't think a dipole would have to be grounded with a ground rod such
> as is the case with a vertical, or a beam antenna on a tower, but my
> theoretical knowledge in this area is a bit lacking.
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> Thanks for any thoughts.
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> Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
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