which is better to tune an antenna.... radio's SWR meter or separate?

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  1. Freightliner cas.

    Freightliner cas. Bobtail Member

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    I have a 29 classic the swr meter on the radio reads 2.5 on 1 2.9 on 19 and 3.2 on 40 the swr meter that hooked up was 1 on 1 1.3 on 19 and 1.4 on 40 .witch one should I go by.
     
  2. rabbiporkchop

    rabbiporkchop Road Train Member

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    I wouldn't go by either one I would have someone hook an antenna analyzer up to it.
    Unless you're using an electrical half wavelength of cable you will get an inaccurate reading with any SWR meter