Multi tap for the HF

Make a simple wire dipole instead - it's been discussed on here before, I think I gave measurement in a post about 6 weeks ago.

You can buy a new tapped antenna here:
www.qsl.net/vk3frc/club_projects.htm

Mike Harding

The main channel for VKS737 is #2 (8022kHz). No real need for a multi band whip. Just make up a piece of wire about 8.8 metres long (1/4 wave of 8022), bung a connector one end that you can connect to the CENTRE pin of your antenna coax. An insulator on the other end with a length of nylon cord to throw over a branch.
Even with a multitap whip- an 'emergency' wire antenna is a must. Just roll it onto a fishing line spool and keep it in your spares bin in the vehicle.
If you must have a multiptap whip- try either Terlin Antennas or the Frankston Radio Club.

Wire aerials are a tad inconvenient if you need to listen for or make a call while driving. Search under Codan on Ebay. A guy I know sells whips for 737, and I recommend him. Any problems and he'll see you right. If he doesn't, see me and I'll make sure he does :))

Whilst I respect Mikes comments- admitedly a dipole/ inverted V may be more effective, it can be a hassle to get the centre terminal high enough to get the best out of the setup.
A simple long wire is far easier to erect- with height (although beneficial) is not that critical. I've operated with a long wire, insulated end tied of onto a shovel handle- from the top of the CSR into Adelaide, and from Halls Creek to St Marys base with it tied off onto a fellow travellers roof rack !!
If you have access to a SWR meter (than can handle 100W)- good idea to trim (either) before your tripping..

Vince

I have a Multi-tap aerial and spring base sitting in a corner of the shed. It has VKS 8022 plus a host of others (20 taps methinks).

If interested you can email me through my website below

I've got about 6 multi taps sitting in the shed. Must have a look and see what tappings are on 'em. I do know they all have at least RDFS freqs on 'em,,,,,,,,,,

If you get stuck, just ask me for a price.

Bilbo