Build ItBuilding a cheap radio tower DIY

Building a cheap radio tower DIY

Building a cheap radio tower DIY

If you have a ham radio you can build this cheap radio tower and get you antenna up where it needs to be. This is a diy project using repurposed materials that you may have or be able to get for free. Southern Prepper1 shares instructions on how to build the tower.

If you would like to get your ham radio license check out these 11 videos that will help you.

Decide on the best location and elevation for the tower, whether braced against the side of your home or mounted on the rooftop. To orient your antenna to pick up the best signals, a router is highly recommended.

With a motor-driven router mounted at the base of the antenna, you’ll easily be able to rotate the antenna until it’s lined up for the best-possible signal.

Paige Raymond
Paige Raymond
Raised in rural Montana and educated in Mechanical Engineering and Sustainable Development, Paige Raymond combines a practical mindset with a passion for self-reliance and sustainability. With expertise ranging from mechanical solutions and food preservation to emergency preparedness and renewable energy, Paige is a proud author with more than 5000 published articles.

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