Glad you mentioned weatherproofing. I should have, since I'm picky about it.
Tape --- Scotch 33+ is your best friend. Don't use an off-brand. I buy it by the box. It's never let me down. Chuck WB2EDV ----- Original Message ----- From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Saturday, June 11, 2005 12:18 AM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] New antenna install ? Any tips ?? > > Perhaps arrange for a Native American rain dance -- there's something > about > installations made during rotten weather. Really! > > Failing that, pay close attention to your jumper connects. I like to dab > a > wee bit of clear silicone grease on the threads (not pins) as an > anti-oxidant. > Caution on tightening -- too much wrenching can deform the coupling & make > 'em prone to leakage. > Avoid cheezy tape from the dollar store; pay a little extra for the good > stuff. > /. > > k9jac1 wrote: > Is there anything we should do to the new antennas before they are > installed > on the tower ? Paint, Seal, Waterproof, Start on fire .. > <snip> > > Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
