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I got a new antenna. I think I want to put some clear coat on this A99 before I put it up. Can you link me to the exact kind of clear coat I should get? I know there's problem of putting a coat that has some metallic stuff in it, so I want to avoid that. 1. Do I put this clear coat on...

The Maco Website, for example, says the V58 has a: "2.56 sq ft wind load". But there is no such information on the A99... I'm in the annoying process of applying for a Special Permit to install my antenna. Local city has restrictive ordinances and I need to appeal for relief. So, as I...

What is the wind load on a SolarCon A99 with the Ground Plane Kit?

Here's a closeup of my A99, installed in 1992!!

Well.... I was all set to begin the installation.... when someone begged me to check with our city Building Inspector. He said the top of the antenna cannot exceed 30 feet from the ground. If it does, I need to seek relief from the Zoning Board of Appeals, and then, if successful, get a...

OK....soooo.... Is it: 1.) Three ground clamps on the Mast, with 3 ground wires running to 3 different ground rods OR 2.) One ground clamp on the Mast, with 1 ground wire running from the Mast to 1 ground rod. And then, a ground wire running from the first ground rod to the second ground...

My confused mind needs a little more advice. If I use more than one ground rod, does that mean I will also use an equal number of mast clamps and ground wires running to each of the ground rods? And, regarding the poly phaser - which I now have!!!! - if I bolt it to the mast pole as you...

Thanks... At the risk of starting a huge debate.... for my CB purposes, does the length of the coax matter (including the poly phaser)? I want about 27 feet between the radio and the antenna. But some say you have to get it in multiples of 11 feet or something like that.

Quick question: for a 27-foot run, do you suggest RG 213, or LMR 400? It's pretty much a straight run from radio to antenna, but I do need a little curve just behind the radio to make it fit right. I'm wondering if LMR 400 might be too stiff?

Thanks.. I see your poly phaser is right on the ground. The problem with my setup is that the coax will enter the house near a hole in the roof, as my radio is on the top floor of the house. So, if I put the poly phaser on the ground, I will run coax from the roof 21 feet down to the poly...

Thanks so much for taking the time to comment. I really appreciate it.

Could you post a picture of your actual setup? Thanks.

I've been checking out these PolyPhaser. What is the difference among the different models? Some cost around $60, others around $70+. Also...after studying the installation sheet, I'm confused about how to exactly set it up. Can someone share a real picture of their setup? Thanks.

Thank you, everyone, I appreciate it soooo much! Glad I found this forum!

Honestly, I'm very ignorant when it comes to mounting antennas. So.. could you or someone give me detailed information about the best setup for installing this A99 with the GPK? Thanks!

Yes, old radio. Cobra 90 LTD. Got it in 1992. Used it lots from 1992-1996. Put it in a plastic box from 1996 to 2016. Started using it again recently.

Thanks. Could you tell me exactly the best way to mount my A99 with GPK? My plan is to have a metal pole about 36 feet tall, cemented about 5 feet into the ground. I'll attach the A99 to the top of that. I already have a grounding rod 8-feet into the ground, and I will use that in this setup...

Thanks, it seems the antenna is working fine. I fell away from CB hobby for about 15 years.. just recently got back into it. The antenna has been up on the roof since 1992. What concerns me is this: I notice my power meter on the CB jumps all around when I transmit. It never did that in the...

I'm designing the mounting system for my CB antenna. I will be using the A99 with the Ground Plane Kit. My plan is to have a 36-foot heavy metal pole cemented about 5-feet deep into the ground. I will attach the antenna to the top of the pole. I have a grounding-rod already 8-feet into the...