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@michaelgoins8586 2 күн бұрын
Good idea with the zip tie
@mrhoptoit7835 Күн бұрын
I still ordered the new switch, but in a pinch it would have worked. Thanks for watching!
@victoryfirst2878 2 күн бұрын
MHTI, I replaced my neighbors breakaway switch cause he had the same problem. The new switch was a lot harder to pull the plug out than the original. I think the OEM must of got a bad batch os switches which were made in CHINA. Maybe quality control persons were out to lunch for sure. This is only a thought Sir. Good luck with your unit. I know locking brakes can give the driver a true scare fro sure. The black zip tie idea defeats the purpose of the safety feature. I personally would not tie the pull plug for the safety part of the equation fella. Peace V
@mrhoptoit7835 Күн бұрын
I ordered the new breakaway switch, but I still think the wire tie would work. The plastic tie would retain the pin, but would easily break off if the cable was pulled by the force of a 7000+ lb 5th wheel if it detached. I think it is a viable alternative for a short term, 'get me home" fix. Thanks VF!
@victoryfirst2878 Күн бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 I like your logical thinking MHTI. Good luck in your travels Sir......
@muskygoss1 Күн бұрын
Those zip ties are stronger than you think. I would not do that myself. Good luck anyway!
@victoryfirst2878 Күн бұрын
@@muskygoss1 The zip ties I have with the stainless steel tooth are just incredibly strong. I agree with you MG1
@mrhoptoit7835 10 сағат бұрын
Lets review what a breakaway switch does. In the very unlikely event of a trailer disconnecting from the tow vehicle while being towed, the cable tightens and pulls out the switch pin, which activates the switch, and locks the brakes. I did say that I was going to use a light gauge cable tie. not those handcuff ties police officers use. I can easily snap these ties with my gloved hands, and Im by no means a body builder. These wire ties wouldn't offer any resistance to the weight of even the smallest camper breaking away., not to mention my +7000lb 5th wheel. That being said, I like things the way they are supposed to be and a new breakaway switch is ordered. Thanks everyone for your concerns.
@KevinT7274 2 күн бұрын
Most TV markets also have VHF stations and some even have low VHF stations requiring long dipoles to pull them in. If you added dipoles to the hoop antennas and combined the signals then you'll get the maximum amount of channels for a very low price.
@mrhoptoit7835 2 күн бұрын
Yes there are still limited VHF stations. Here's a link to my VHF-hi antenna add which does exactly what you are saying. - kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6KnqKSsmrmCl6c. Here's the link for the VHF-lo antenna - kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYiyqIeHhrWoipI. Thanks for watching!
@victoryfirst2878 3 күн бұрын
MHTI does a half-wave dipole work better than a folded dipole antenna ?? I would think that since there is more metal length would help increase the gain ??? Peace v
@mrhoptoit7835 2 күн бұрын
They work about the same, as long as they are both tuned to the frequency you want
@victoryfirst2878 2 күн бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 THANK you SIR for letting me know
@victoryfirst2878 3 күн бұрын
Here is an idea for the viewers of getting copper wire for FREE !!! Ask the local power company work crew for some wire. "They say be careful what you wise for" as the man gave me a wound ring about 20 plus feet of number 6 solid bare copper wire, extra soft. Perfect for this type of TENNA. Hope this helps our viewers make antennas on the cheap, but with best building material. Peace v.
@mrhoptoit7835 2 күн бұрын
Wow. That was very generous of them! Good deal!
@victoryfirst2878 2 күн бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 The gentleman who I asked said at first "NOTHING IS FREE" then handed me the wire. Then he said good luck and wanted to see the antenna I will be making. Also, he said that to remember him if I need more material for the project too. This has to be the best luck day for me in quite a while. Peace MHTI, v
@mrhoptoit7835 2 күн бұрын
Very cool, VF!
@sbarrette1335 3 күн бұрын
Good video. Simple common sense on some items but great reminders
@mrhoptoit7835 3 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@candyalexander2196 3 күн бұрын
Thanks a million
@mrhoptoit7835 3 күн бұрын
You are welcome. Thanks for watching!
@candyalexander2196 3 күн бұрын
Saw the Chex mix yum
@mrhoptoit7835 3 күн бұрын
Gotta have my snacks!
@victoryfirst2878 4 күн бұрын
Would making the one hoop antenna with an extra inner and outer hoop increase the channel getting ability of the super antenna. This style you have made is super because the size factor makes this shine compared to a commercial brand. Televes antenna is so large that it looks like an elephant on the roof. One can put four DHA and the size is still under Televes size wise. Job well done again MHTI. Would really love to have your knowledge on the field Sir. Peace v
@mrhoptoit7835 3 күн бұрын
As usual, you are always thinking! You've given me more ideas, VF. Thanks.
@victoryfirst2878 3 күн бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 Look forward to see you make something super MHTI. Hope that happens soon. . Peace v
@tomsettles6873 4 күн бұрын
Do you think you could turn your attention to building and testing some FM radio antennas? I've messed around with some homebrew designs and found that my steel handtruck is a better FM antenna than some of the commercial omnidirectional antennas from Stellar and Channel Master.
@mrhoptoit7835 3 күн бұрын
I have one episode on a VHF/FM antenna here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYiyqIeHhrWoipI I'll see about doing more FM designs. Thanks
@tomsettles6873 3 күн бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 I watched and that was good. Possibly test a larger or smaller gap in the dipole ( yours was 2" i think) and maybe larger wire filament to see if it grabs more signal. I have a 4' steel hand truck that works better as an antenna than rabbit ears for many FM stations . It's made of 1 1/4" tubular steel. mappcaster.com/collections/steel-hand-trucks/products/dht26-1025-economy-steel-handtruck-with-semi-pnuematic-wheels
@mrhoptoit7835 7 сағат бұрын
Interesting. I might build an antenna that looks like a hand truck now...lol
@michaelgoins8586 9 күн бұрын
So which way better this with sikaflex or the other way with the double sided eternabond.?
@michaelgoins8586 9 күн бұрын
I've decided to forgo the bubble windows and use flat polycarbonate. Bead of sikaflex or the other way you did with etrnabond and caulk with sikaflex 221.
@mrhoptoit7835 9 күн бұрын
They both work well, but the eternabond system is overall easier to do. I also think it gives an even better seal.
@michaelgoins8586 9 күн бұрын
Thanks ..so many decisions
@bobskie321 9 күн бұрын
It's much more evident in analog TV that using a 75 ohms coaxial cable an antenna with a matching transformer has better reception than without. A 300-ohm twin lead flat cable still needs a matching transformer not on the antenna but on the other end when you plug it into the TV.
@mrhoptoit7835 9 күн бұрын
Thanks for the great comment!
@victoryfirst2878 10 күн бұрын
Thank you MHTI for giving me an education in TV antennas. I will be busy making and testing your designs and knowhow. But first their is the vacation time Sir. Peace V
@mrhoptoit7835 9 күн бұрын
Thank you VF, for the support and all the great questions you always ask. I always look forward to reading your comments. Have a great time on vacation!
@LanzeBarnaby 10 күн бұрын
Where can I purchase these springs just can't find anywhere I am in canada
@mrhoptoit7835 9 күн бұрын
You are the second person who's told me you can't find them in Canada. You think by now the Forest River dealers up there could help. I suggest contacting Forest River USA directly and explaining your problem to them. Their Parts Department number is 574-642-8927. They people there are very helpful. Have your Vin Number, Model Number, and Year handy. Last I knew you could order directly from them, but I'm not sure if they will ship to Canada. Please let me know what you find out. Good Luck.
@gregb5494 10 күн бұрын
^^ both links are the same product, and could you include a link to the thermostat?
@mrhoptoit7835 10 күн бұрын
Dang. Ok ill try again. Thanks for letting me know
@mrhoptoit7835 10 күн бұрын
Done!
@gregb5494 9 күн бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 perfect! Thanks!
@dwightpollock 10 күн бұрын
I liked the video, Thank You. I noticed the two product links you have, are pointed to the same product at amazon however.🙂
@mrhoptoit7835 10 күн бұрын
Crap... thanks
@mrhoptoit7835 10 күн бұрын
It should be fixed
@buzzsah 11 күн бұрын
I did the same with the refrig on our boat. I even installed a heat switch to a small 12 DCV computer type fan, in the rear of the compartment it was in. Good vid.
@mrhoptoit7835 10 күн бұрын
Yes, adding a fan really helps keep these refrigerators a lot colder. Thanks for watching.
@victoryfirst2878 12 күн бұрын
What would be the next step for this antenna for extrm distance MHTI ?? Thanks v 😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀
@mrhoptoit7835 11 күн бұрын
No idea. Lol. I'll have to do some more experimenting
@victoryfirst2878 12 күн бұрын
What would be the best way to make a 8 hoop antenna for extra gain MHTI ?? I will be using 10 gauge copper wire. Thanks v
@mrhoptoit7835 11 күн бұрын
Too many elements in many cases, can reduce the antennas performance .
@davegonzalez8962 12 күн бұрын
My Montana 2020 is struggling inv this heat in AZ. Could this help?
@mrhoptoit7835 12 күн бұрын
Very likely. Watch the full video for more ideas kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZycZJqBjrxmhbc. Thanks
@dega-j6p 12 күн бұрын
Hi, Have looked at many antenna videos over the years and built some of them. Your videos are the best. One question... why must the loop wire have insulation left on it? Looking forward to more videos!
@mrhoptoit7835 12 күн бұрын
On this antenna, the leads get very close to each other in the PVC tube, and the insulation keeps them from shorting . Thanks for the kind words!
@davidnjuguna8960 13 күн бұрын
Is whoop wire element continuous or two halves. How do you comeup with dimensions of whoop or how do you calculate diameter given centre frequency
@mrhoptoit7835 13 күн бұрын
The wire is a continuous element. To calculate dimensions I us online calculators, charts, or follow what others are using successfully. Thanks for watching.
@victoryfirst2878 14 күн бұрын
WOULD folding the dipole into four folds to deal with the length problem affect the reception in any way MHTI ??? Thanks
@mrhoptoit7835 13 күн бұрын
VF, I'm not sure how you would fold it into fours? With VHF, changing the length is much more critical than on UHF antennas and can reduce reception.
@victoryfirst2878 11 күн бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 I am saying the length is the same just more folds to get four lines from top to bottom. The bottom has connection for the lead wires. This is really hard for me to explain MHTI but think double dipole with radius in between the two lines. Hope that helps Si.r.
@mrhoptoit7835 9 күн бұрын
On VHF, The distance from tip to tip of the element is critical. It aligns to the size of the wavelength you are trying to pick up, and is usually cut to match it in even increments (like full wave, half wave or quarter wave). By reducing the tip to tip distance even more, you would probably de-tune the antenna to a point where it won't get the frequency your are trying to receive. As always, a great question. Thanks
@victoryfirst2878 7 күн бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 Always expert answer from you MHTI. Thanks v
@victoryfirst2878 14 күн бұрын
I am wondering if 2 antennas connected together overload the TV receiver ??? How about the 2 placement of DHA, would side by side work best or one on top of the other ??? One more thing, since the field of view is roughly 135 degrees , would moving the front of the antenna a number of degrees to increase the field of view lose some of the reception of the antennas ??? Thanks Mr. Hop To It. for your educational videos and shearing of the knowledge. Peace v
@mrhoptoit7835 13 күн бұрын
You could connect two of these antennas together. Side by side or one above the other would depend on your exact reception issue. I'd try each way. You can offset one element vs the other, but that would only work for very specific aiming issues. Normally its best to leave them in the same plane. Thanks, VF!
@victoryfirst2878 11 күн бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 Thank you MHTI. I will have to try it out. v
@sbarrette1335 15 күн бұрын
So, the fan runs continuously? GOOD IDEA! Is this for the 5th wheel Sophie recently acquired?
@mrhoptoit7835 15 күн бұрын
As long as the fridge is powered up, the light is on and the fans run. Yes, its the new 5th wheel.
@CraZher 19 күн бұрын
Thanks for making me avoid spending 2 dollars
@mrhoptoit7835 18 күн бұрын
..and thank you for watching!
@victoryfirst2878 23 күн бұрын
HELLO MHTI, would increasing the number of hoops to 6 instead of 3 increase which is used here strengthen the signal gain for TV reception ?? Thank you for your great channel which helps the average person become a antenna engineer in no time at all.
@mrhoptoit7835 23 күн бұрын
Ahh, VF, all I can say is keep watching my channel😉
@victoryfirst2878 22 күн бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 I love your channel Sir.
@victoryfirst2878 24 күн бұрын
The best amplifies is made by Televise which adjusts the signal so that the signal is not over amplified. The price is also top notch. Peace V
@mrhoptoit7835 23 күн бұрын
Yes, and that's a big difference between a quality Amp and the cheapest Amp. Thanks VF.
@victoryfirst2878 23 күн бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 😀😀😀😀😀
@victoryfirst2878 26 күн бұрын
I am wondering if an antenna that has hoops in front of the hoops actually increase the signal gain of this antenna ?? I like your mindset on antenna improvements Sir. Look forward to your next project for us all to enjoy and use in our own homes.
@mrhoptoit7835 26 күн бұрын
I've seen antennas that use hoops as directors, but not for TV reception. Interesting idea as always, VF
@victoryfirst2878 25 күн бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 I Look forward to seeing what you have up your sleeve Sir. Good day too. v
@AL_9000 25 күн бұрын
Telesine Antenna Corp. of Shreveport, LA. UHF 2-element loop = 6dB gain, 4-element loop (upper + lower pairs) = 9 dB, 8-element loop (upper + lower + upper right + lower right pairs) = 15 dB gain. VHF High + Low antennas models 4-8/8-8, 5-8/8-8, and 6-8/8-8 with a "stated" power gain of 40 (dB ??) into a single 300 ohm line when set up as an 8-element system like the UHF series. The VHF 8-element system is MASSIVE. Ham radio operators sometimes use cubical quad beams which are square loops: If just using a single driven loop the gain is 2 dB over a dipole, if you add a reflector loop behind it then it has 5 dB gain, if you add a director to that then it's 7 dB, every additional director adds only about 1 dB. Telesine Antenna Corp. went out of business long ago. The Telesine antenna patent was filed on March 13, 1950, patent number: SW 149353.
@AL_9000 25 күн бұрын
Correction: Patent filed on March 13, 1950 but approved on October 27, 1953 with patent #2,657,313 "Directional Antenna System" William E. Antony, Inventor. Document US-2657313-A. 7 pages.
@mrhoptoit7835 24 күн бұрын
@@AL_9000 interesting
@CrackerFL 26 күн бұрын
Nice tip, as always!!!❤❤ Being in Florida, i needed this tip! Sadly we have bevome a disposable society. 😢 I try and reuse what I have. Soon as you throw something away, you are going to need it.
@mrhoptoit7835 26 күн бұрын
So true. Thanks for watching.
@slimtimm1 27 күн бұрын
What's a KAYAP?
@mrhoptoit7835 26 күн бұрын
Nice....
@anthonyhitchings1051 28 күн бұрын
I did consider adding that big slideout storage box (a copy thereof) to our 2003 Aliner. But 3+years later, I am glad that I did not. We have two side cargo bays (which I added doors for), and the center bay, accessed from the inside, is for the Lithium battery in its battery box.
@mrhoptoit7835 27 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching my channel!
@anthonyhitchings1051 28 күн бұрын
Our 2003 Aliner has two 24x24 skylights over the bed area. We swapped one out for a clear skylight so that we can watch part of the night sky (and meteors) from bed. The old skylight is now its protective cover when not being used for viewing.
@mrhoptoit7835 27 күн бұрын
My old Aliner had a solid roof over the bed, and I liked that vs any skylight. Thanks for the comment.
@anthonyhitchings1051 28 күн бұрын
Our 2003 Aliner has a better floor than that OSB junk.
@mrhoptoit7835 27 күн бұрын
Yes, I'd have preferred that they used plywood.
@sbarrette1335 28 күн бұрын
Interesting for sure. Thanks
@mrhoptoit7835 27 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching
@victoryfirst2878 29 күн бұрын
MR. HTI, would you be able to tell me how you learned so much about antennas ?? Thank you for your help. Peace V
@mrhoptoit7835 27 күн бұрын
I watch KZbin 👍
@luigitesla724 29 күн бұрын
Mrs Hop es un gusto saber ,que ayuda a construir antenas,me gustan sus videos ,tengo 3 tubos de aluminio de 8 milímetros cree usted que sera la misma funcion,si los hago ,espero su respuesta un saludo desde Mexico🤚🇲🇽
@mrhoptoit7835 27 күн бұрын
El aluminio funcionará bien para una antena, siempre y cuando las longitudes sean correctas para el ancho de banda que intenta recibir. ¡Gracias por ver mi canal!
@Oliver-j1k Ай бұрын
Hello sir i just want to ask what kind of antenna is close to this? does it work like a parabolic reflector or it works like the loop antenna
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
The aluminum in the pie pan is configured as a standard element, so it's a type of hoop antenna. Thanks for the question, VF.
@victoryfirst2878 Ай бұрын
WOULD adding two more antenna hoops to this Quad Hoop Antenna on top of the original desgine make this a ultra deep fringe unit MHTI ? Thanks for your time and help Sir. Peace V
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
Hi VF. Interesting idea...
@Mr.JohanusWilliams Ай бұрын
Also… I doubt that your DIY antennas are impedance matched to the amplifier!
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
Good point, but I doubt hardly anyone buying this cheap booster is going to impedance match, either Thanks for the comment!
@buzzsah Ай бұрын
Nice somewhat, to many variables
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
Exactly
@wesmckean1443 Ай бұрын
the problem with these cheap amplifiers is that they also amplify the noise, thus causing signal loss.
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment!
@victoryfirst2878 Ай бұрын
I am wondering if this antenna is the most powerful unit you have built so far ?? DO you think using a reflector would increase the number of stations this antenna would be able to receive ?? Thank you for your help and time Sir. Peace V
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
Hi VF. It is definitely one of my highest gain antennas. Adding reflectors could help you get weaker signals from a more focused direction.
@victoryfirst2878 Ай бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 Does this have a 135 degree field of view SIR ?
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
Without a reflector, it will receive signals from both front and rear directions. If you install a reflector, I'd think youd be close to 135 degrees
@victoryfirst2878 Ай бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 Could you tell roughly how many actual degrees of reception ?? Thanks MHTI
@victoryfirst2878 Ай бұрын
I cannot blame you for buying another tow camper fifth wheel type. They are the the gold standard stated by everyone I ever talked too MHTI. What I am wondering was the cost of the adapter plate for the truck bed Sir. How much did that cost may I ask ?? I look forward to your video and hope to see more fella. Have a great day too. Peace V
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
Vf. Are you talking about the 5th wheel hitch, or the turnover ball system in the bed of the truck? The hitch I got had the mount to use the turnover already built in it.
@victoryfirst2878 Ай бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 Yes Sir, the 5th wheel hitch cost ??
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
My hitch retails for around $1600 on eTrailer.com. B&W Companion Slider Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs Item # BWRVK3400
@victoryfirst2878 Ай бұрын
@@mrhoptoit7835 Thank you MHTI for the information. Peace V
@victoryfirst2878 Ай бұрын
Over the years I remember that using a amp most of the time was a hindrance instead of an increase in performance MHTI. Nice to see you working and doing your thing Sir. Really enjoy your videos and hope you keep on making them Sir. Good day and peace too. V
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
Thanks VF. Always great to hear from you!
@snikpmotak Ай бұрын
Thanks for the info! We’re going next week. It should be just fine for us.
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
Have fun!
@CC_Marauder Ай бұрын
You picked the wrong TT, formr A frame owner. #PersonalResponsibility Signed, Very happy Forest River Flagstaff T12RBST owners (former 4x TT owners that chose this A frame as the perfect amalgamation)
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching. Did you check out the OTHER video I did on it? kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZaTeodojLh5rNE
@adrianking6041 Ай бұрын
I really liked the way you joined the bare wires using staples to temporarily hold them in place. I don't have a "third arm" or the other clip thingamabob to hold connections together until soldered. That is a great tip and I'm a gonna use it :). Subscribed just for that hehe.
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
Yup. I came up with that one out of necessity. Thanks for subscribing!
@stephanmedlin7323 Ай бұрын
I’m confused. Dont you own an Aliner?
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
I currently have a Flagstaff Hardside AFrame Camper, a 25 ft Coachmen Freedoom Express, and we recently bought a 27 foot KZ Durango 5th wheel. I have videos on all three of my campers posted on my channel. Thanks for watching!
@sbarrette1335 Ай бұрын
I don't know much on the 5th wheel campers but I will say the layout of this one Mr. HOP TO IT picked is appealing for sure. I do suggest selling one of other campers that Sophie is not attached to. Great video as usual sir.
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
Sophie seems to like this new one a lot! Thanks.
@mrhoptoit7835 Ай бұрын
Lol. Thanks