----- Original Message -----

From: wb0m

To: YaesuTuner@...

Sent: Sunday, December 21, 2008 3:46 PM

Subject: [YaesuTuner] Re: Coax and output wire size + 80 meters

--- In YaesuTuner@yahoogroups.com, "jay_hendershott" wrote:
. I do need to find a way to get at
> least 75/80 back into the mix. Anyways wondering if anyone has
> upgraded the input connection cable and the internal output wire size?
> If so was any improvement noted? I believe that the benefits would
> not outway the time, effort and risk but I could be wrong. Any hints
> on gaining 75/80 meters back would be appreciated. Thanks and 73
>
> JR
> K7GFH

Hi JR,
You shouldn't have to do anything to the tuner. This tuner, or more
accurately, antenna coupler, is a great tuner when used correctly
(similar to Icom's AH-4. and SCG couplers).
We need more info on your antenna. You said you're have about 90'of
wire, but how is it set up, i.e. long wire, inverted L, etc.) and most
importantly, what are you using for a counterpoise?
And the coax is fine. The SWR from the tuner to your radio will
(almost) always be around 1.5 to 1 so loss should low, even with
longer lengths.
I will also e-mail a PDF on antenna's from the SCG company. It's very
good reading. I use an AH-4 with a vertical loop, about 200' of wire.
Keep asking questions and we'll help. 73, Jeff/wb0m