How to Turn a Cheap Extension Cord Into The Ultimate 10 Meter Vertical #hamradio #hf #antenna

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(You want to get the Male/Female so you can Quick Disconnect at the Feed Point)

"PERformer" Antenna Measurements (Thanks Greg buddy KJ6ER)
Vertical Radial 117"
2 x Elevated Radials 77" each

*SPECIAL THANKS to Peter VK3YE for graciously reaching out to me and expressing the dangers of leaving "main plugs" on extension cords. Peter mate - I am truly grateful! Thank you*
00:00 Introduction
00:37 Extension Cord Safety Warning
01:37 Extension Cord Plug DEMOLITION TIME
02:15 Smashed Main Plugs Disposed Of
02:43 Knock Knock.... Amazon????
03:01 Antenna Building Time - De-Shielding the Wire
04:09 FEED POINT MYSTERY REVEALED!
05:13 Feed Point Wire / Coax Assembly
06:55 Time to Hit the Park With This Beauty! Will it Work????
07:11 Antenna Portable Installation Overview
07:44 Let's Put This Antenna To The Test
09:03 10 Meter Pile Up - Wooohooo
10:43 Antenna Conclusion and Thanks for Watching Mates