... the Arrow, as built does not have its elements insulated from the boom. It uses dimensions for insulated elements . . . so much for the Arrow . . . .

This is a case of where "engineering mentality" and "first-hand, practical experiences" are colliding.

When I was selling these for HRO, a gentleman brought his back one day. "This can NOT work," he exclaimed. "It is designed all wrong ... " I refunded his money, and bought the antenna for a backup for myself. I am using it to this day, successfully working the FM sats with 1.5-to-2.5W TX power.

So much for the Arrow, indeed ... (grin)

Clint Bradford, K6LCS / KAF3359 909-241-7666