The instructions I have are at least 4 years old and do not mention
splitting the legs (EXCEPT to finish the winding) , so I've not done that.
However I would think it would make them much easier to install.
When installing the "Big Grips", I put the guy line under tension using a
ComeAlong with a self locking grip. I try to pretension at least at the
working tension, or a bit above. This makes them easier to install and aids
in giving them a real bite.
I would add that installing any other than the smallest "Big Grips" takes
work, a lot of leverage, and maybe even some practice. I used a large
screwdriver ( 14 or 16 inch as I recall) with a rectangular shank "at the
ends" This allowed me to take the curved ends around the guyline
*relatively* easy. The last few inches can be a real bear. Particularly on
the 6000# test guy line.
The instructions caution against using tools except for splitting the
strands. I did find the screw driver necessary to get those curved ends
around the Phillystran
Remember too, they are not reusable also the tension is "recommended" to be
10% of the rated strength of the guy line.
Roger Halstead (K8RI, EN73 & ARRL Life Member)
N833R, World's Oldest Debonair (S# CD-2)
www.rogerhalstead.com
I have a question for the ones in the know here :
I purchased some PLP Big-Grips recently and was given a copy of the
instruction sheets. I was surprised to see that they say to split the
strands on each leg. I don't recall ever reading this in any of the postings
or recommendations as far as using these, but maybe I was just not paying
close enough attention??
Does anyone split the legs { separate the 4 bonded strands into 2 pairs
of strands} and install them as per these instructions?
Thank you, Byron WA5THJ.
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