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Subject: [Towertalk] Nylon guys
From: wc4h@itis.net (Carl - WC4H)
Date: Thu, 11 Apr 2002 16:08:26 -0400
For a 33 ft vertical it's almost a moot point.


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From: "Red" <RedHaines@centurytel.net>
To: "towertalk" <towertalk@contesting.com>
Sent: Thursday, April 11, 2002 2:08 PM
Subject: [Towertalk] Nylon guys


> Nylon deteriorates when exposed to UV.  If you use it for guys or
> anything else outdoors, plan to inspect it often and replace it
> occasionally.  I'm not sure how to determine that its strength is not
> reduced too much.  I suppose if you start with more than sufficient
> strength, you can tolerate more deterioration.
>
> I recommend using materials made for exterior applications.  I haven't
> research which ones are best.
>
> 73 de WOØW
>
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