As you may be aware the aerials at GB3UB are coming to the end of their life. They were hand made to a very high standard but are now over 25 years old.
A recent visit found one to be full of water which meant using the one and only spare. We had a look at replacing them and came up with folded dipoles from Jaybeam. This seems the best option as soon it will be virtually impossible to gain access to the roof we need a 'fit and forget' solution.
As you now I recently asked for donations and there have been several generous donations.
During this time a contact was made with the Bristol RSGB Group even though Gb3UB is outside their normal area.
However, I am delighted to tell you that thanks to the help of various individuals, who I would rather not name at the risk of causing embarrassment, have provided the full cost of replacing the aerials.
As you can appreciate this is fantastic news for the repeater and should ensure it's long term future.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those involved in providing this very generous donation.
The aerials have been ordered and expected delivery is around 11th May. Hopefully with good weather and ability to obtain a work permit we hope to fit them by the end of May.
In the mean time the repeater is in daily use and there are plans to reactivate the Internet Link.
