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    Static, weak signals on base. Opposite on mobile.

    Ok so I'm pretty new. I have a dilemma I cant figure out. Say I tune in a group ragchewing on my base, band doesn't matter. I get 4-5 S units of static and thier signal is at 5-7. Now I go to the same frequency in my car (different radio) and get less than 1 unit of noise and the signal...
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    Eliminating some, not all traps from vertical.

    Hi all, I have a question. I'm sure I'm opening a can of worms here and the answers are NOT as easy as I hope! I have an Hustler 5btv vertical and dont ever intend to use it on 10 meters, and maybe not on 15 meters. These antennas are also rather short for the depression that I have to...
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    Baffled by verticals. A few questions.

    Hi all, In studying verticals, I'm finding tons of conflicting info and opinions. I have a Hustler 5-band. Here's my questions. 1. When roof mounted, how/where do you do lighning grounding? 2. My antenna manual says roof mount with radials is better than ground mount with radials...