Originally Posted by AK4Dave

OIC..... So then you don't really talk on the radio when you're running down the road...???

Edit: I just got done looking at the Hi-Q website. What kind of warranty does he provide? I looked all over and couldn't find anything.

Originally Posted by rfrogman

Actually you can transmit with the antenna in that position. NVIS allows you to hit station close in the skip zone (approx. 150 miles). Its not perfect but doable.

I don't use warranties often so I didn't look. If the military is using it in place of standard issue its good enough for me. Eham gives it a good review.

Originally Posted by rfrogman

I have been using a military tie-down bracket with 550 cord. It puts a lot of stress on the bottom element. The HF version of shakespeare antennas are not as flexible as their VHF ones you normally see on the HUMVEEs. I just finished fabbing a NVIS adapter that allows me to cant it at 90 degrees or lock vertical when stopped. As much as I like it I am considering switching out with the Hi-Q (screwdiver). The Marine Corp is using them with similar military spring mounts. My Army buddies will give me hell be it will still have the military look I was going for.

Originally Posted by AK4Dave

What Hi-Q are you thinking about getting...???

Originally Posted by goldtr8

Take another look at the scorpion before you get the Hi-Q. I spent a lot of time researching this item and I am glad I did before I made my purchase.

Originally Posted by rfrogman

Can the scorpion be adapted to my mount? or would I have to start from scratch?

Originally Posted by goldtr8

I custom built my mount, but its just a solid stud type of mount that you use.

I got the shorty and its just one awsome antenna.

Originally Posted by rfrogman

Yes it would work for a CB since it goes to 30MHz. CB's are in the 29MHz range.