[amsat-bb] Antenna Masts

[Ted Krempa]

Hi Paul,

Check out this listing:  https://www.ebay.com/itm/24-FOOT-FIBERGLASS-ANTENNA-TOWER-MAST-SECTIONS-POLE-POLES-USED-VERY-GOOD-6-pc/201598888053?hash=item2ef03ae875%3Ag%3AAt4AAOSwMHdXQzJ8&_sacat=0&_nkw=fiberglass+antenna+mast&_from=R40&rt=nc&_trksid=p2060353.m570.l1313.TR1.TRC0.A0.H0.Xfiberglass+antenna+mast.TRS0.TSS0

These are excellent for portable and even permanent. They are mil spec so they will last a lifetime. Look at all the listings because prices are all over the map. Choose ones with free shipping. You may even find a set with an olive drab vinyl carrying bag.

I even have a trailer hitch from Harbor Freight that has a piece of muffler pipe welded to it and it fits the fiberglass pole perfectly. You can put up 4-5 pieces and it does not move.

On my permanent masts, I glue the pieces with Gorilla glue and paint them to protect from UV sun.

GL and 73

Ted
K7TRK

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From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of Paul Overn via AMSAT-BB
Sent: Thursday, July 26, 2018 5:24 AM
To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
Subject: [amsat-bb] Antenea Masts

I know this isn't exactly satellite related, but I've asked for help in other places, and the feedback has been sparse. You guys have always been very helpful.
I'm looking for a portable antenna mast that I can use between passes while satellite roving. I would like it to be able to go to at least 20', hold a 5 element M2 6 Meter yagi, be able to fit in a small truck and be portable. 
I have looked at numerous military surplus masts, like at Go-vertical-usa, but they will not return any of my correspondence. I have looked into many "home brew" solutions, but I'm just not that handy.

Anyone have any good sites I can go to for something that fits my needs?
Thanks in advance for your help!


Paul Overn
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