Quote Originally Posted by odacova View Post
Now that I have resolved the 'how to question' I am on the hunt for a whip aerial / antenna to replace it. I'll let you know how I get on.
Why change it when it is not broken? The stand aerial works OK. It is brand new and you have just paid for it. Your not going to get any significant improvement in reception with a whip.

Cheers
KarlB