Go for it! But rather than try to compete with the big guys, on mass
produced, inexpensive antennas, like Radio Shack sells, build a more unique,
quality product!

For example, the Grove Scanner Beam, is an excellent design, moderately
priced, but not very sturdy, in severe weather extremes.
http://www.grove-ent.com/BEAMII.html

On the other hand, the Create Log Periodic's, are also an excellent design,
very study, even in the worst of storms, but way over priced!
http://www.grove-ent.com/ANT16.html
http://www.grove-ent.com/ANT17.html

Build something similar, but in-between the two, quality, and price wise,
and you will have yourself a winner! I would also offer the option of
stainless steel construction, as well as aluminum, for those who desire it.

As Nick suggested, offer custom designs, especially ones tuned to a specific
band, or requirement, such as Military Air, GMRS, MURS, Marine, WiFi,FM
Stereo, HD TV, etc.

Use Google, search the web for "antenna design", and you will find a wealth
of information, as well as some free software, to help you!

Good luck!

Bill Crocker





wrote in message
ups.com...
I like tinkering in my garage. I have a plan for a small "ground
radial" scanner antenna plan from an old Radio Shack book. I have
thought about changin the plan using aluminum elements.

Any thought of if I could make some "pocket money" selling them on ebay
or something? I am not looking to get rich just get some pocket money
enjoying what I do. We have just had our second child and money is hard
to come by!