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J-Pole Stealth Antenna (Do It Yourself)

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If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser searchbox:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2l1ho7aJtAw .  This is post 2185 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Are you having a difficult time reaching your favorite VHF/UHF repeater because your deed-restricted home or apartment prohibits ham radio antennas?  If this is the case, then this clever, simple J-Pole antenna from WJ6F may provide some answers for you.  The antenna works well and is stealthy at the same time. Here are some construction notes: "Click THIS LINK to learn how to make your very own Stealth Antenna!! https://youtu.be/2l1ho7aJtAw For those who live under a homeowner's association (HOA). The original concept for a stealth J-Pole video was AF5DN which can be seen at https://youtu.be/aJZwPK_MUDY Items Used: Arrow Antenna's J-Pole OSJ 146/440 - HRO ( https://amzn.to/2HRa1uZ ) 3/4" Threaded Schedule 40 pipe - Home Depot 3/4" Cap - H