vhf antenna connector

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Most VHF problems can be traced to the antenna connector. A lot of people talk down about the crimp on connectors, but a well done crimp on will out perform a poorly soldered connector everytime.

Can't really help you with the spacer / washer problem as there are a couple cable sizes that come into play, as well as different brands of connectors.

I'd grab a shakespeare crimp on Pl-259 connector and go from there. They are very easy to install, almost fool proof.

Good luck,