CB Antenna Whip Tip Fell Off

drove into a parking structure and my antenna whip tip went flying off. Does anyone have any recommendations to prevent this. I was thinking to weld it or some kind of glue but not sure. Thanks guys

 

I would try some JB Weld or similar epoxy. Bevel the junction to prevent the tip from catching on the next parking structure.

Maybe some silicon caulk would work.

 

The anti-static ball, I believe is the actual name. Just leave it off, it should make about zero difference.

 

I'm gonna try it without the tip and if performance stays the same, I'll leave it off. Thanks for the help guys

 

You should be fine.

 

Check your SWR, tuning has changed since the antenna length has changed.

 

I doubt that the length difference will be noticeable.

The original post reminded me of one of my dad's hunting partners. The plastic tip came off the antenna on his new Dodge, so he went to the dealer to get a new one. He insisted the radio did not work correctly without it.

 

I checked my swr on channels 1 and 40 and I'm below 1.4 on both, which is good enough for me. Thanks for the help

 

You'd be surprised. I've seen 1/4" to 1/2" make all the difference.

 

Put it back on it keeps rain water from getting inside. That will change your SWR. Your antenna Will think it's longer . You will lose performance.

 

Looks like a stainless steel mast to me!

 

Mostly it's for eye protection. It can serve a purpose with a radio that has some power and may help with some static noise issues but it's unlikely you'll notice any difference. The whip is stainless and is a solid rod.

 

Your right. Won't change anything then. I thought he had a fiberglass antenna.