Pat Chiles wrote:
> I would appreciate some feedback on the following questions. I am
> trying to
> make a decision on the type of tower that I will put up for my
> retirement.
> I have most things figured out, but lack experience with the
> following.
>
> I want to put up atleast a 70 foot crank-up or Rohn 45G with a TH7DX
> and
> 402CD. For those who hate crank-ups, my xyl hates guys wires even
> more.
>
> 1. Is there an alternative guy point solution other than the 4x4x4
> holes and
> cement slab called for by the Rohn manual? i.e screw ins????
>
Consider using the 10" or larger screw in anchors the utility company
uses for their power poles.a commercial electrical construction firm
could quote you on the job.
I considered using the screw in anchors and received a quotation of $65
per anchor installed.
Depending on soil condition (its hard to scre into solid granite......)
this could be a cost effective solution for you. Critical point is to be
able to have reasonable access by the big truck that srews in the
anchors. Availability was 2 weeks so the installer could coordinate with
DIGSAFE......
> 2. How does one unload an 1800 lbs of crank-up from the truck? Is
> the truck
> a flatbed or enclosed? Would like to hear from those who have
> done it.
>
all bets are off.... no telling what kind of truck will deliver, nor
will you have a choice....
Nevertheless you are responsible for removing it.
A fork truck and loading dock would be ideal.
second choice would be to have a backhoe lift it off at the towers
center of gravity and put it where you want it.
I guess the worse choice would be to have all (15+) ham buddies come
over and manually remove it and place it where needed..
My 0.2$
Stan, WA1ECF Cape Cod, MA FN41sr
> Thanks,
>
> Pat, K8PC
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