That antenna was designed to be used without the ground plain kit, I wouldn't bother. ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Vernaleken" <[log in to unmask]> To: <[log in to unmask]> Sent: Sunday, February 09, 2014 5:38 PM Subject: IMAX 2000 > Hello All, > I know I have asked this before, I cannot find my saved emails on this > subject. > I think several are using the IMAX 2000. The NJ winter has been a problem > and I would like opinions on the IMAX 2000 and the benefits of using > Ground Plain kit. > > John KC2QJB