If it's a short length, *stuff* the tube tight with lengths of *greased*
wire so it holds shape while the bend is applied. Or use a suitably-sized
piece of greased crane cable. Bend slowly.
73, Dave, N3HE
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Lux" <jimlux@earthlink.net>
To: "Tuva Traveler" <tuvaorbust@hotmail.com>; <towertalk@contesting.com>
Sent: Sunday, March 14, 2004 9:36 AM
Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Bending, Not Breaking Aluminum Tubing
> > Someone drive their car over the KT 34XA a while back and bent some of
the
> > thicker elements. (Near center of driven element, abt SNIP
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