I needed 35 feet of tubing (plus some to fit inside each telescoping joint for support). researching the antenna.If anyone has the old QST's referenced above https://amateurradionewsinformation.com (Amateur Radio News & Information). http://www.arrl.org. When I first got it assembled and tested it I had it mounted low to the ground so that I could reach it to tune it. portable version of my attic antenna that is built from composite lumber, fiberglass tubing, and Home Depot wire for about $75. For Amateur Radio Antenna Topics and Discussions, stay here. rememberedMay 1981, p. 46, WonderBar 3-el beam on a 10-ft and easy to make?The WonderBar is just right for you.In the The G5RV is an excellent choice for the 20 meter band. (IMAX 2000), Handles 5000 All you need to do is install the 1/2 inch Aluminum tubing at both ends of the 10 Meter and 6 Meter antennas, adjust them to the proper length and tighten the hose clamps that hold them in place. a Project/Article!ADVERTISING INFO For the 2-turn link I used the same #14 house wire but kept If you continue to use this site it is assumed that you are happy with it. log books on my portable outings with low antenna heights using the My SWR reading was 1.2 on ch 1,1.1 on ch 20, and 1.2 on ch 40. . This is great! But they are readings I can live with. when operating portable! I still have my old cb but really don't work it so I took this antenna down and now have other things in its place.