2-meter tape measure beam: Parts list: All PVC pipe and connectors are 1/2-inch Schedule 40 (3/4-inch will also work) 2 Cross pieces 1 T shape 1 8-inch length 1 12-1/2 inch length 1-inch tape measure cut into these lengths: 1 41-3/8 inch 2 35-1/2 inch 1 35-1/8 inch 6 1-1/2 inch stainless steel hose clamps About 2-foot length of coax with connector to fit your radio. 5-inch length of wire for hairpin match. 14 gauge house wire works well, as does a length of 22 gauge hookup wire. It does not seem to matter if it is stranded or solid. For fox-hunting info, see http://www.wparc.org/library/foxhunt.shtml.