Spektrum SR3000 antenna length

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Thanks for the info so far guys. I think I may have reached a verdict.

The factory length is 8.5, and I guess the measurement must be "wavelength divisible" or something to that effect, and half of that is 4.25.

4.25 minus 3.6 gives you .65", which is about the length of wire that is inside the case, I am guessing. So I think they are taking the measurement from outside.

Crossin' my fingers and going for it......

Anyone tried just cutting it off?
Think of the clean install :)