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Jack442

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    Jack442 reacted to WRWE456 in When installing a GMRS base antenna...   
    This is what I use. Works good for me so far.
    https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/dxe-wpcc88-1
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    Jack442 reacted to WRYZ926 in When installing a GMRS base antenna...   
    You can use dielectric grease on the threads only. Don't let it get on the outside of the connector and the center conductor at the same time. Or you can use vaseline on the threads only too. Best is to wrap it with self sealing rubber tape.
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    Jack442 reacted to WRYZ926 in When installing a GMRS base antenna...   
    Yes that is one brand. And it is a very good brand the makes some of the best coax cables.
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    Jack442 reacted to WRYZ926 in When installing a GMRS base antenna...   
    I would not use RG-8X coax. it will have too much loss at GMRS frequencies. RG-8X is for HF frequencies. Your best bet is to use LMR400 or equivalent.
    Here is a good thread on coax loss. https://forums.mygmrs.com/topic/252-cable-types-and-losses/page/5/#comment-69960
    RG-8X is not listed. But it generally has more loss than standard RG-8
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    Jack442 got a reaction from Sshannon in When installing a GMRS base antenna...   
    Thank you @Sshannon That is exactly the info I need.
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