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How to Improve the Center Insulator on a Mosley TA-33

For the amateur radio enthusiast, antennas are the life blood of radio signals. The Mosley TA-33 is a large-frame antenna used in more sophisticated amateur radio applications. Since it sits outside 365 days a year, the middle insulator can easily build up grime, become corroded or accumulate mineral deposits on the antenna. This can seriously affect the antenna's performance over time. Boosting your Mosley amateur radio antenna is often just a matter of thoroughly cleaning the center insulator.

Things You'll Need

Crescent wrench
Fine-grade steel wool
Vinegar
Rubbing alcohol
Mixing bowl
Wooden stick
Wash cloths

Instructions

- 1
  Locate the center insulator mounted to the antenna assembly. Use a crescent wrench to unscrew the coaxial cable from the insulator.
- 2
  Remove corrosion and oxidation build-up from the insulator. Use a fine-grade piece of steel wool to remove the corrosion and mineral deposits on the aluminum sections of the insulator.
- 3
  Pour one part vinegar and one part rubbing alcohol into a small mixing bowl. Mix the solution together with a wooden stick. Soak a clean wash cloth in alcohol solution for about 30 seconds.
- 4
  Wipe down the insulator thoroughly with a dry cloth. Let the insulator dry for about 20 minutes, then reconnect the coaxial cable to the insulator.

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