- 3 -
3B. Install the new 1/4” OD into the new 3/8” OD element with a 2 inch overlap. Using the new 0.50”
element clamp, tighten the element in place as shown. Install the new 1/4” black vinyl cap on the top
of the 1/4” OD element.
4. The overall length of the antenna should measure 518 inches long as shown. This length may change when
you perform the antenna tuning procedure.
5. Raise the antenna to the upright position using the Safe-T-Tilt Base.
Assembling the COMTEK Balun to the Balun Mounting Bracket
Using the #6 hex head bolts, #6 flat washers, and #6 Nyloc nuts, attach the COMTEK Balun to the patented
Bracket with the SO-239 connector facing down as shown below. Tighten the Nyloc Nuts so they are snug.
Do not over tighten since the mounting tabs on the Balun are plastic.
Attach the stainless steel studded element clamps to the bracket using the Aluminum Spacers and #10 Nyloc
nuts as shown below. Snug the #10 Nyloc nuts just to the point that you can still rotate the custom studded
element clamps. The Nyloc nuts will be tightened later.
