Originally Posted by
Wyvern95
It seems to me like fewer people are using roll-over antennas. I'm putting together an RM-01X, my first 1/12 scale, and it does not come with a roll-over antenna. Would installing one of these antennas be beneficial to someone who is new to 1/12 scale such as myself? I have a couple pieces of 1/8 dia carbon fiber rod that fit in the antenna mount, but I'm not sure how long to make the roll-over antenna. Any thoughts or suggestions on this?
In the UK, the BRCA rules ask for a minimum roll over mast height of 150mm from the ground. So cut your rod to 6", put it in the mount and stick a dust cap on the other end. If using carbon rod, and if your aerial wire is long enough, do not coil it round the mast to make it pretty as it could result in interference. Run it straight up, and down. Again if need be. Secure it with heatshrink or o-rings or insulation tape.