A 1/4 wave whip like the MLB3001 or 3400 will not cover that much range, you need a broad band version like the Laird WPC39SOB-001 which covers 39 to 46MHz continuous with no tuning. They are pricy new but you can get surplus used CHP antennas off Ebay a little cheaper.
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