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First, thanks to all that provided advice on my C3SS golf bag inquiry. Several suggestions were offered including various brands of soft-sided golf bags, use of Sched. 40 PVC pipe to make up a suitable carrying devise and specific recommendations of which SKB hard-sided golf case to get. In the final analysis, here is what I did: I purchased a used SKB Model 760001 hard-shell Standard Travel Case shown as item 2SKB-4812WD on this web page: http://www.casesbyskb.com/golf/golf-cases.htm The bag was purchased from a local golf shop that rents these cases to golfers; had a few scrapes but was otherwise in good shape. The used cost was a significant discount from what I would have paid for a new case and shipping. I found I was able to easily fit the C3SS into the case with plenty of room for coax, rotor cable and other items being sure that I do not exceed the 70 pound weight limit. Since this case is very close to 4 feet in length (the limit to avoid oversized baggage charges by the airlines), I should not have to incur any additional charges when I check in for my flight. Reflector advise was to use a wide, transparent tape over each of the latches to provide extra closure security and to include a note inside the bag alerting airport inspectors that the tubing was a ham radio antenna. Since bags can no longer be locked, some felt that tape or straps around the case to make sure it stays closed was a good idea. Other noted not to forget to put a piece of masting in with the antenna parts and to use foam to secure the loose tubing. Finally, I should note that I received a lot of good advise as well as several requests for skeds once I arrive in Bangladesh (S21)! Thanks to all for your help. Regards & 73.. J. Core KX7YT/S21YV -------------------------------------------- Force12Talk mailing list provided as a service by Force 12 Antennas, Inc. Force12 Web Site: http://www.force12inc.com To Submit Message to the List: Force12Talk@qth.com To unsubscribe and view the Message Archive: see http://qth.com/force12/list For problems with the list: contact force12@qth.com |
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