Blenderite
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- Mar 16, 2017
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I just got my CB setup installed and working properly, with a Firestik. I am perfectly happy with the antenna, but curiosity has gotten me thinking.
Is there a better shape than a straight up and down rod?
Yes I know that I am probably over thinking this (Don't fix what ain't broke, right?). But coming from an RC background and using all kinds of different antenna types, I can't help but be curious. I asked Google and didn't find anything about it on there. I have heard that a coat hanger would receive, but not transmit hardly at all, due to the length. I am guessing that has to do with the length.
Is there a better shape than a straight up and down rod?
Yes I know that I am probably over thinking this (Don't fix what ain't broke, right?). But coming from an RC background and using all kinds of different antenna types, I can't help but be curious. I asked Google and didn't find anything about it on there. I have heard that a coat hanger would receive, but not transmit hardly at all, due to the length. I am guessing that has to do with the length.