metal roof

I'm new to Ham. I'm looking for specific recommendations for a vertical antenna for the peak of my heavy-gauge metal roof. I'm getting a new Yaesu FT-5DR and want to get the most our of my reception and transmission. I may also get a higher wattage mobile unit to use in my truck and home. I...

I'm looking to install a base station in my house. I looking at possibly using and old adjustable Directv wall mount and a few links of mast to raise a Anton 99 over the low edge of my roof line. My question is since I have a metal roof, and the peak of that roof will be higher than about 50%...