Hi all for this WPX I have installed DHDL using 14m spacing between 7m vertical sides, as I cannot fit the original 22 m version in my city backyard. Initially used a cheap RG6, and then later replaced to even cheaper CAT5 twisted pair, with a clear improvement. The next thing I was going to try was to use a better quality balanced line such as Belden 9207 (albeit prohibitively pricey!).
For anyone interested in experimenting with building their own receive antennas, at the moment on ebay a gentleman in Ohio is selling miles of New Old Stock Belden 9207 for a fraction of cost in 50 feet increments. I bought circa 300 feet for my own use and even with a rather pricey USPS shipment cost to Australia, the purchase represents a bargain. The OM selling the cable presently has a $3 per 50 feet price tag. I have exchanged multiple messages before the purchase, and from all I can see it is a great and genuine deal. The following keywords might narrow your search: "50' Belden 9207 Twinax" . Good luck with your own experimenting. 73 de VK2CCC _________________ Searchable Archives: http://www.contesting.com/_topband - Topband Reflector
