Review on TRAM 1607 HC 46 Inch Marine Antenna by Mohmed Burt

Installation wasn't easy but not bad, just be ready to fight. The instructions were enough to aid in assembly. the plastic gear (to maintain the raised/lowered position) will NOT run indefinitely; but should be enough for a few seasons on the water. The rubber cap at the end of the antenna was my yardstick for reducing the rating rating. After a day on the water the antenna looked fine, but then I noticed that the protective rubber cap (which prevents water from getting onto the metal core of the antenna) was gone. Now I assume it will fail very prematurely. and since it's a physical antenna itself, I have to run the cable through the boat again, otherwise I can fix it and add "Check New Antenna Repair" to my maintenance cycle. not the end of the world, but I don't have to keep an eye on a new antenna.