Jim, About five years ago, I installed a Hustler G6-450-2 antenna at a commercial site. This is identical to the G6-440 antenna in construction, but is for the 456-464 MHz band. I had to replace it after only three years in service because water had leaked into the base and caused significant corrosion. Its RF performance was only so-so from day one. After that experience, I never again will experiment with cheap antennas.
You might think about using an offset aluminum dipole antenna, if your repeater site is not in the center of your intended coverage area. I've had great results with Decibel Products DB404 and DB408 antennas. 73, Eric Lemmon WB6FLY -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of jimmyrtle Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 2:19 PM To: [email protected] Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Hustler G6 440mhz We are considering replacing a damaged antenna on a 440 machine. Anyone have any comments on using a Hustler G6. The antenna will be exposed to normal weather conditions for the northeast.( wind ice...etc..) Jim
