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Old 03-14-2007, 04:31 AM
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Default Re: CB Antenna Grounding Question

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Originally Posted by ree
Well, it is grounded right (see "grounded it to the frame via a screw in the OE rack rail."). I already did tune it with my SWR meter and it's working just fine.

But, what I really want to know is if, by grounding the rack, I've enhanced the ground plane. Or because it's a large mass of metal high up (relative to the frame) does grounding the rack actually have a detrimental effect on antenna performance?

I don't think grounding the rack made any difference to your ground plane good or bad. Moving the installtion location would make a difference and call for a re-tune.
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