> Guy anchors for utility poles are not the same as guying a 100ft
> tower. Utility poles are made of wood, and normally not as tall as
> most towers. I think you will find that the guy is used to stabilize
> the pole and maintain strain on the cable attached to the pole. Dont
> think these poles need guys to remain erect.
>
> Ray, wq7r
You bet. The stress on a normal utility pole would buckle most
towers.
Even so, I would not downsize the anchors. I'd still use what they
use, making sure of course you don't get some light duty anchor
for service drop backguying.
73, Tom W8JI
W8JI@contesting.com
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