[HYS 11 db Yagi receiving signals from all directions]

Hey there,

 

I have a 11db Yagi mounted on a 30ft mast. And it is picking up signals from all sides. About 3miles left and right and about 9 miles from the front and rear. Could this be a defective Yagi.

[Mast height for base station]

3 minutes ago, Flameout said:

I use four 10' sections of that galvanized top rail used in fencing. It was only meant to be temporary, but so far is working good. Yes, there are guy wires

Is that 40ft above your roof or from ground. I utilized Google university and seen were some used collapsible flag poles. 

[Mast height for base station]

marcspaz, thank you for the information. I see that there are several kinds of masts online. I see aluminum as well as fiberglass. How do you protect the radio from the potential damage of lighting strikes. 

[Mast height for base station]

Hi there, 

I am new to GMRS and looking for guidance and best practices for putting up an Antenna to extend my reach. 

 

Thanks,