Scott R Detloff wrote:
>
> Due to the storm last week I'm now looking for all the posible ways of
> rebuilding my
> 170' of R55G with three 15's and three 20's. Is using a crane a time/ cost
> effective
> way of doing it? I've talked with the local crane companies and a 175' is
> $150/hr
> and 125' is $90/hr. Anybody out there have any experience doing it?
>
> 73...Scott K8DX
>
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Scott ...
Without the right kind of help you can get the job done safer and
quicker with the crane. However get a copy of the contract BEFORE you
sign anything. Most crane charges start when they leave the yard and
when they return. Tou pay on a 8 hour day with any time over that at
... you guessed it time and a-half. Also check out their "you are
responsible if clause ...". Check with several crane companies and see
what the smallest crane and manpower for your job. A 65 ton crane with
swing attachment will probably do the job. I had my work completed with
with a
65 ton crane and we were working at 170'.
For a more indepth look in to what can happen and some of the hidden
cost look at my home page under the amateur radio section and my tower
work. I know the expense is greater but the safety aspect and time
saved is well worth the expense.
Good luck ... let me know if I can answer any questions!!!
Steve
KD4Wiw
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