How do you keep water out of your outdoor antenna connection points?

[SvenMarbles]

I notice that I have an issue during rain. I key up on my home radio and have an SWR of 2 when it's typically a 1.4 on a dry day. I don't have anything done to my so-239/pl-259 point on the antenna. It's just out there living in the weather. I suspect dampness might be making mild shorts on the center conductor/shielding side.

I recognize that this was not good practice, but I wanted to get my antenna up in haste and figured i'd get back to it later. But before I get knee deep into the project of getting the mast back down, I'd like to have a plan for the weather proofing. What do you guys do that works well?

 

[OffRoaderX]

In addition to good connectors and coax, I also use "Strong 30mil Weatherproof Self-Fusing Silicone Rubber Sealing Tape" - that stuff works like magic.

[SvenMarbles]

1 minute ago, OffRoaderX said:

In addition to good connectors and coax, I also use "Strong 30mil Weatherproof Self-Fusing Silicone Rubber Sealing Tape" - that stuff works like magic.

That's exactly the type of info I needed. Thanks.

If I copy/paste that into amazon, does it show that exact product?

[OffRoaderX]

probably, but here is the direct link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K5GW67O/

 

[SvenMarbles]

3 minutes ago, OffRoaderX said:

probably, but here is the direct link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K5GW67O/

 

Oh good, because that's what I just ordered. Thanks

[Socalgmrs]

I use water proof marine shrink wrap personally.   The mentioned tape works great as well.