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DETAIL:
If you took the proven features and performance of the famous "KW"
series antennas and added a unique tuning mechanism to the top, you would own
the equivalent of a Firestik®II, "FS" Series antenna.
Aside from the ease of tuning, the patented design broadens the antennas
bandwidth to keep SWR lower over more channels. The upper coil extension also
increases the power handling capability of the antenna. All "FS"
antennas are compatible with autos, trucks, vans, motorcycles and ATV's in a
single antenna configuration when metallic ground plane is available. Or, they
may be used in dual (co-phased) configuration on any vehicle made from any type
of material. Like all CB antennas, the "FS" antennas should be
fine-tuned (SWR) in their final mounting location. If you have ever tuned a
non-tunable tip antenna, you will have a real appreciation for the
"FS" antennas. To tune a "FS" antenna, you just pop-of the
tip and turn the adjustment screw up or down as needed. All "FS"
antennas exceed the requirements of any CB radio, new or old. Aside from the
hi-performance loading coil that maximizes the transmit/receive functions of
your CB, these top-loaded antennas will also receive the NOAA emergency weather
alert and national weather broadcasts for radios with those features.
The "FS" antennas are 100% American made with
100% American materials. To maintain a balance between flexibility and
ruggedness, we use a custom blended, glass fiber reinforced shaft. Each is wound
with heavy insulated copper wire to prevent the oxidation and shorted windings
often found on non-Firestik antennas. The tunable tip mechanism is made from
rust-proof brass and has a rubber o-ring to hold the adjuster in place after
tuning. Our 3/8"-24 threaded base has a tapered contact point that works
especially well with Firestik mounts and accessories. The tapered
"lug-nut" effect transfers stress away from the threads and reduces
the possibility of vibration induced loosening of the antenna in its mount. Each
antenna is covered with a static reducing, water-tight sleeve containing UV and
pigment stabilizers. For peek performance we recommend that you use one of our
18-foot Fire-Flex coaxial cables with these antennas.
All "FS" series antennas are factory
bench tested for resonant frequency and overall quality. They are available in
four (4) standard colors .. Black or White with a red tip, or Red or Blue with a
white tip.
And don't forget ... ALL antennas, regardless of style
or manufacturer, MUST be tuned after installation on the vehicle. Transmitting
antennas are not "plug-n-play" devices.
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