Dave VanHorn wrote: >> I would suggest 1/2 wave away from the surrounding metal as a > minimum, but try and get as far away as you can. >> > > Yes, but what's bugging me is that I'm sure there are BAD distances, > especially up close within 1-2 wavelengths
Normally for side-mounting on a normal tower, one wavelength will get you close to an omni pattern, but something as big as a water tower, I don't know. I don't think you'll be able to mount it far enough away, practically speaking. I'd still mount it facing towards the most important area to cover from that site, and vote it. -- Jim Barbour WD8CHL
