A couple _HUGE_ soldering tips to make things easier! 1st and _most_ important is to use some liquid electronics flux like Kester brand liquid flux on both the connector holes and a little on the soldering iron tip too so you'll have a much faster heat conduction through the liquid and you don't end up MELTING the plastic dielectric insulation inside the coax! The flux also cleans any oxides off the connections so the solder bond is stronger too! 2nd, use LEADED electronics solder like 63-37 (which sets faster) or 60/40 lead tin solder, not that "junk" silver solder because it doesn't _BOND_ well at all for electrical connections!

Awesome explanation

Interesting; any updates or longer lengths in 2023?

did not show the soldering process ???????????????

0:45 I love how he tells you to check the cable where it comes out the antenna and you see the antenna rotating as he moves that cable. You need to tighten up that antenna to the mount and use some sort of thread lock. Ideally, it should have facets on the mounting to keep it from rotating like the Phase III antennas, but make sure the antenna is mounted properly if you are going to show a video on how to check for a "proper" installation. The way I wire to prevent damage to the wire in that location is to make a loop and use a zip tie to tie it to the antenna body. Add stress relief to the mounting area and test it out to make sure it doesn't pull on the wires when you raise and lower the antenna. That loop is good in case someone pulls on the wire and instead of pulling inside the antenna where you can't replace, it pulls on the zip tie. I've seen many cases where people pull on that wire and it breaks the coax inside the grommet over time.

The Solderless connector is garbage. Use the standard solder type connector. Love Shakespeare antennas. But that one connector isn't good. Learn to solder its not hard. Long time Shakespeare consumer.

very helpful

soo, the 5225-XP is a "no-loss" antenna?!?!?!?! I think there are some more conciderations to take.

Hi, can I use 3019 Ant to receive FM without a band separator?

Can you make a VHF for 144 to 148 MHZ?

I have purchased this antenna and have major issuses with it. I have called and emailed Shakespear and they have goasted me, will not reture either. This is a #1 FAILURE.

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As cheap as SS is now, compared to chrome plated brass, really just use the SS on them all.

I don't know why these guys keep mentioning a "N" connector. The spec say the connector is a SO-239 connector. The "N" connector is a completely different connector. The SO-239 is a standard "UHF" connector that is very common.

Just got a 5101 from a buddy at work for $20, never used. I feel like I got away with something.

Concerning the 5257-S splitter. My VHF unit has AIS receive built in. So if I don't use the AIS tap on the 5257-S will the splitter still send the AIS signals to my VHF? I am looking to add FM antenna to a SonicHub2 but dont want to pay $50 for a mount plus $50 for mounting plate THEN cash on a cheap fm antenna

The stick on glass antenna. I dont want to stick it on my plexiglass windshield because i plan to get it remade. Can you stick it on the aluminum t-top upright leg and it not hurt the reception? OR is the stick on glass antenna easily removable so i can still use it after I replace my windshield if I stick on the plexiglass?

I'm glad Cheech was there to introduce Chris!!!

You are using a very cheap phenolic connector. In the soldering section, I don't believe you can get a decent solder connector to the shell of the PL-259 with that little soldering iron. Suggest you use silver teflon connectors and crimp them. Then install heat shrink tubing over the entire connection (to the radio and the antenna) to really make it waterproof. Could also use a 'flooded' cable is you are willing to spend the extra money. Of the two options shown, what looks like a brass push on connector may be more reliable. What data (failure rate) do you have on this option?

PLEASE THE 1/2 BIG STICK THE 5/8 WAVE SUPER BIG STICK AND THE MORE POWERFUL ABS-1600 AND NBS -2010

All that, but no mention that AIS transmissions are on a different frequency from your VHF marine radio and the antenna is a different length, so having a dedicated AIS antenna is important for best performance of your AIS system. A standard VHF antenna used on your AIS will cause elevated SWR readings and RF energy reflected back into your AIS transceiver. But, hey, no need to pass out any real information other than a sales pitch.

Well these videos are basically worthless. I guess companies don't even install or use their own products so how would they know. But, these companies also feel the need to put videos on their websites so it at least looks good.

So, I've got a 5241r that has rusted in less than 5 years. The warranty is only for 2 years. Do you stand behind your products, or should this be expected on a "stainless steel" antenna???? I would not think so.....

bring back the big stick for 27 and 28mhz land use,,,am sure it would sell very well

This demostration explains building the connection to the back of the VHF receiver. What I need help with is building the connection to the 5240-R antenna. What holds the antenna in place on the bottom of the antenna? I have a rail mount that the cablew passes through to the antenna. Please help! Thanks

only 2 this end

Good video. As the last guy said you probably should have show the soldering part. Also I think the real name of the strain relief part is a doodad. I think I saw that printed/molded on one one time.

Thanks for the video, since the soldering is the technical step it would be nice to see it demonstrated.

you forgot the o-rings. they matter.

I managed to run an 8' Shakespeare Galaxy on my 1984 17' Larson Bow Rider with out any problems. Low pros just don't have the range of an 8' antenna. Communication is line of sight.

please start making the shakespeare bigstick again,total classic and sadly missed.

That was very nice of Shakespeare Marine to show you how to test the cable without a meter. :) Some other greedy companies would say the only way to test would be to buy their meter.

Extremely helpful! Thanks so much!

What about actual low profile? Like say 2-3" round and 1-2" tall? Do you have anything like that? Or maybe a aluminum tape sort of thing that can be stuck to a windo frame or something?

That's what I'm talking about. Now your talking.

Donald Sutherland look alike.

great video guys, thanks :)

The video was very clear and helpful for installing a new VHF connector! Thank you.

Tech Support is your best bet to get the product working as it should. Check the Shakespeare Marine website Contact page for the email address.

Hi. I have a 2030 marine omni directional antenna. Unfortunately it doesn't perform too well even with the booster power attached. Is there any way to increase gain? I am located in Australia and even have trouble receiving reception in the marina near suburban areas. Any ideas?