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How do I figure what antenna to use - w4rtc - 06-28-2011

Hi all
I have a Motorola tuner, Icon_surprised. The antenna is missing. Icon_sad I know it had a ferrite rod type of antenna Icon_confused. Now the question Icon_rolleyes to replace the ferrite rod how do I figure what uH I need Icon_confused:. Can anyone help me Icon_wink. Antique parts has three 230 uh, 250uH and 650 uH. HHHHHHHeeeeelllllppppp. Joe


Re: How do I figure what antenna to use - exray - 06-29-2011

The 230 or 250 should work. The winding can be slid along the rod to adjust the inductance as part of the alignment.


Re: How do I figure what antenna to use - w4rtc - 06-29-2011

Ok I will try the 250. Thanks for your reply Icon_wave . Joe