This method is what I use and it works FB. Keep in mind that once the
rod is halfway out, it gets a lot easier and eventually you can pull
it by hand. Only use copper clad rods. The galvanized ones don't
last.
Rob
K5UJ
>Pete:
>
> I'd recommend you use the car jack once again, but this time wrap a
>couple of turns of heavy chain around the rod underneath the vice grips and
>loop the chain over the jack's hook. Put wood planking underneath the jack
>base to keep it from sinking into the earth and crank the jack. You may
>have to move the vice grip and chain lower after lifting the jack every few
>inches. This approach worked for me when I had to remove my 18AVT vertical
>and ground rod to make way for my tower.
>
> Good luck.
>
>
>73 de
>Gene Smar AD3F
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