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  1. 02-25-2019 10:16 PM #1
    Passages
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    Are VHF and SSB Antenna's Interchangeable?

    Going to pull out my nonfunctioning SSB set up and was wondering if I can use the antenna for the VHF radio.

    The SSB antenna is in 3 pieces and stands about 18' high. That's quite a bit higher than my VHF and I was hoping I could get some more range by repurposing it.


    Will it work or are the two antennas incompatible?
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  2. 02-26-2019 09:15 AM #2
    Passages
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    Re: Are VHF and SSB Antenna's Interchangeable?

    Called Shakespeare

    No, SSB and VHF antennas are not interchangeable.
    You can however use the SSB mast extensions to gain height for VHF.
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  3. 02-26-2019 09:55 AM #3
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    Re: Are VHF and SSB Antenna's Interchangeable?

    Get a digital not a Shakespeare.

    Call me for the model.
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  4. 02-28-2019 01:21 PM #4
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    Re: Are VHF and SSB Antenna's Interchangeable?

    No they are not interchangeable.
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