[Towertalk] re Ham IV rotator housing bolts

[n2mg@eham.net (Mike Gilmer, N2MG)]

Peter, VK3QI wrote:

> Interestingly in the next-sized-up T2X rotator, through bolts with locking
> nuts are used instead.

Indeed.  It seems this bolt weakness with the HamIV was so infamous that
Hygain "improved" it with SIGNIFICANTLY stronger bolts in the T2X.  The T2X
has 1/4"-20 bolts, the Ham-IV something like #8 or so self-tapping.

If you need parts or service, the rotator guy in 'W8' is "The Rotor Doc" or
C.A.T.S  at  http://www.rotordoc.com/
My dealings with him have shown him to be very willing to help via email and
fast to ship parts.

Mike N2MG