There was an article recently in the March 2009 issue of QST magazine by KE7TTT My Freestanding 2 Meter J Pole Antenna using PVC to create an Emergency temporary Antenna Tower using PVC pipe.  I was inpired to recreate this project for myself.  Along the way I have made several improvements that make it a much better platform for a variety of antennas.

I will be publishing pictures and how to’s shortly but breifly my system is strong enough to hold small yagis and verticals in fairly strong winds.  It can be quickly built or torn down in a matter of minutes and the height can be changed by adding or removing two feet sections of the tower to suit your needs.

In addition the Antenna mounting arrangement provides for a very flexible way to change antennas out as your needs change.  All of this can be done by one person in a matter of minutes.   And yet be stowed away in a car trunk or back of an SUV with little space being taken up.  It can even be used for more permanent installations by simply gluing or screwing the various pieces together.

I must give credit to Davnd Hannon KE7TTT though for his innovative use creation of the five way hub as that is a key part of my design as well.