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How do I figure what antenna to use
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06-29-2011, 12:58 AM
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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
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06-29-2011, 09:40 AM
The 230 or 250 should work. The winding can be slid along the rod to adjust the inductance as part of the alignment.
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Ok I will try the 250. Thanks for your reply Icon_wave . Joe
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