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Riverat
Posted on Saturday, January 19, 2002 - 5:36 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
I just installed am Wilson 3' FGT fiberglass antenna on my truck . It says the coax should be 18' . Is it really necessary to run 18' ? Or can I go to a shorter length ? If so what length can I go & keep my SWR low ??
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Tech181
Posted on Saturday, January 26, 2002 - 12:02 am:   Edit Post Delete Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Riverat,

Keep the coax lenght 18 feet. Use RG-8X.

Steve
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Tech181@copperelectronics.com

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