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Monday, January 19, 2026
Build a Powerful FM Radio Bug Transmitter
Monday, December 29, 2025
9:1 UN-UN Long Wire Transformer for HF Antennas
Without a 9:1 Unun, your long wire is just a piece of metal making your tuner work too hard.
Check out this guide by VU3DXR to see: ✅ How a 3:1 turns ratio = 9:1 impedance jump. ✅ Why wire length actually matters. ✅ How to build one for under $20.
Perfect for your next field day or emergency kit! 🎒
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Friday, December 26, 2025
FM Bazooka Antenna for Superior FM Radio Reception (88–108 MHz)
Slim-Jim Antenna for FM Broadcast Band reception (88–108 MHz)
Maximize your FM radio signal with the power of a Slim Jim Antenna! 📡🎶
If you are looking for a high-performance, budget-friendly DIY project to improve your 88–108 MHz reception or broadcast range, the Slim Jim is a game-changer. Unlike standard dipoles, this end-fed folded dipole offers a lower angle of radiation, directing more energy toward the horizon where you actually need it.
Why choose the Slim Jim?
High Gain: Significant improvement over a standard ground plane antenna.
Low Noise: Integrated matching section helps reduce man-made interference for a cleaner signal.
Weatherproof & Portable: Easily house your build in a PVC pipe to protect it from the elements.
Custom Tunable: Precision measurements for 88, 92, 96, 100, 104, and 108 MHz.
Whether you are a DXer trying to catch distant stations or a local broadcaster optimizing your setup, this guide provides the exact dimensions and wiring steps to get the job done. 🛠️📻
Check out the full technical breakdown, wiring diagrams, and frequency charts here:
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