I just finished installing a 430W in my RV8's panel. I also have a 496. Both antennas are mounted under the cowl. The 496 antenna is mounted on a shelf on the firewall and the 430's antenna is mounted on a shelf attached to the engine mount. I ran the cables together in a bundle that passes thru the baggage compartment tucked into the u-channnel that the baggage door hinge attaches to. The problem I'm seeing is that as soon as the 430W is powered up, the 496 loses all satelite reception. If I separate the antenna cables the 496 begins to see satelites again. It's hard to believe there is crosstalk but it appears there is. Has anyone else seen this?
Thanks,
Chris
Thanks,
Chris