Roderick M. Fitz-Randolph wrote:
> I suppose it inevitably comes down to the decision of each individual that
> installs a tower but after seeing the rusted through and nearly rusted
> through bolts supplied by Rohn for installation of those towers I've
> "de-installed", I'll put my trust and belief in those stainless bolts and
> nylon-inserted lock nuts!!!
>
> 73, Rod W5HVV
I have done the same with Heights aluminum towers for years. I put the
first one up using the plated hardware. Ever since, stainless only!
When one of these towers fails because of stainless steel hardware, I
will rethink my decision, but not before....29 years and counting.
73, Ken K4XL
grimm@alison.sbc.edu
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