Powered folding antenna mount

[colodak]

I know this has been discussed in other threads, but I stumbled across these powered mounts from Australia, they appear to be quite heavy duty and can be raised and lowered while the vehicle is in motion. Anyone have thoughts on them?

antennaMATE — Hunter Gatherer Accessories

www.huntergathereraccessories.com

 

[Ct_Pirate]

Now that is Serious!!

 

[prcguy]

For a cleaner look there is this nice US made version. I've wanted one for some time but don't want to pay that much $$.

GS-850

Designed with safety and innovation in mind, boaters can adjust the position of their VHF antenna with the simple push of a button from the comfort of their helm.

tacomarine.com

 

[mmckenna]

That's a little over $400 USD.

Nice looking heavy duty mounts.
I know Australians love to run those big fat antennas. But I'm happy with a thinner antenna that will absorb tree branch strikes. For $400 I can get out and unscrew the antenna.

Might be a nice option for a big mobile HF antenna.

 

[merlin]

That's a little over $400 USD.

Nice looking heavy duty mounts.
I know Australians love to run those big fat antennas. But I'm happy with a thinner antenna that will absorb tree branch strikes. For $400 I can get out and unscrew the antenna.

Might be a nice option for a big mobile HF antenna.

I need one of those big fat antennas for my Australian radio.

419 Automatic tuning mobile HF antenna (Black) - Barrett Communications

www.barrettcommunications.com.au

 

[mmckenna]

I need one of those big fat antennas for my Australian radio.

419 Automatic tuning mobile HF antenna (Black) - Barrett Communications

www.barrettcommunications.com.au

I've got 2 Codan's at work. Their auto tuning mobile antenna would probably benefit from one. But I'm not running any mobile.

 

[colodak]

That's a little over $400 USD.

Nice looking heavy duty mounts.
I know Australians love to run those big fat antennas. But I'm happy with a thinner antenna that will absorb tree branch strikes. For $400 I can get out and unscrew the antenna.

Might be a nice option for a big mobile HF antenna.

Feeling the same way, my issue is becoming that my antenna are mounted in the middle of the roof of a lifted pickup and it's getting to be a PITA to reach them.

 

[n9mxq]

Not recommended for antennas over 31.4 inches? (800mm) Diamond has motorized mounts (hatchback, trunk, or rack) that handle 45 inches..
Granted, the antenna they show on the Aussie mount is a chonky piece.. but dang...When I first looked at the pic and saw basically channel iron, I was thinking it might be worth saving up for...

 

[vagrant]

I have used the Diamond rack mount motorized lift 10 times a week for over 10 years. The antenna on it is 40” (1000cm) and no problem raising while driving. It also survives when you forget to lower it pulling into the garage. The mechanism allows the lift/antenna to collapse down. One needs to loosen and re-tighten a nut to reset it. I have done that twice. The Diamond is around $100.

The other mount posted by prcguy that is $650 will handle 8’ (2438mm)

 

[JustinWHT]

Friend had an HF 9' whip on his '76 Toyota Land Cruiser with electric winch and rope on tip of antenna.

Old Toyota Land Cruiser TV commercial....
Visitor wanting to tour Africa.
Tour guide: "That very rough countryside."
Visitor: "I have a Toyota Land Cruiser."
Tour Guide: "Can I bring family and kids?"