Things Break (Redeploying the ZS6BKW Antenna)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 23 พ.ค. 2021
- The limb that once supported the center of my ZS6BKW antenna (computer-optimized version of the G5RV) broke. I happened to look out the shack window and I noticed that the center insulator (a Ladder-Loc) was nearly on the ground. So I assessed the situation and formed a plan.
It was my first opportunity to use the EZ-Hang slingshot. I have a similar antenna hanging slingshot/reel combo that I’ve used for 20+ years, but it is about worn out. So, I decided to buy the one made for deploying wire antennas.
My first contact with the newly deployed ZS6BKW was with E51JD, Jim. He is part of a 2-person DXpedition to the South Cook Islands, some 6,288 miles from my QTH. I broke through a massive pileup.
It seems that the ZS6BKW really like to be at 50 feet or more above ground. Joel, KC4WZB, has his ZS6BKW at 65 feet and he works/hears everything. Wayne, W4KWM, has his at 62 feet and he worked Japan with 100W and got a 57 signal report.
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73, de N4HNH - วิทยาศาสตร์และเทคโนโลยี
It looks like Georgia. Got my first License in Georgia while in the Military in 1993. KE4FDP. Great Video. We have all had those Antennas that refuse to stay up. 73 AB0TX...
I can’t complain too much. The same limb held my antenna for 23 years. But it worked out well. Now that the limb is out of the way, I was able to go higher.
Thank you for serving to protect us.
73, de N4HNH
I have to say, I would love to see you use a DX Commander Classic. Superb antennas 😊
Looks great.... 73 de Uncle Günter 💯👌🙋♂
Thanks 👍 Uncle! 73, Doug
What kind of Bunji do you use? I haven't found any that withstands the elements without decaying within a year or so.
John, I think these came from Home Depot. It’s been so long I’m not sure.
Great idea!
Project Farm did a test that included a 9 month UV exposure. One called "Amazing straps" from Amazon, made of EPDM rubber were pricey but held up