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Originally Posted by jparks29
Vertical Vs. Horizontal polarization, easy 3-6db loss....
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Cross polarization losses are typically around 20 db.
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Originally Posted by jparks29
Reflection from metal bumper, which would be within about 2 inches from the antenna itself....
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Between cross polarization losses, and the effects of proximity to the bumper, it's a fair bet taht it won't work well, and probably lots of directions where it won't radiate at all.
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Originally Posted by jparks29
Looking @ vhf/uhf @ 110 watts...
Suggestions?
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That's a lot of power to waste...
Why don't you tell us what kind of car it is, so people can suggest better locations.