(Winches = tower talk) rated in "pulling" capacity
My turn - Speaking of "pulling"......
(WHAT is that "pulling" supposed to relate to anyway. As far as I can see,
it means absolutely NOTHING. More totally meaningless marketing propaganda.
PULLING WHAT???
Pulling a pallet load of cement bags (3000 lbs) over a rough concrete floor?
Pulling a car (3000 lbs) downhill in neutral without the brakes on?
HOW is one to relate "pulling" to something useful?
What coefficient of friction are they using?
Always wondered about it.
73, Jim
----- Original Message -----
From: "Greg" <ab7r@cablespeed.com>
To: "Dino Darling" <dino@k6rix.com>; "KT2Q" <dxdx@optonline.net>
Cc: <towertalk@contesting.com>
Sent: Saturday, March 17, 2007 1:48 PM
Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Tower winch failure
> Also keep in mind MOST other winches are designed/rated for pulling, not
> lifting. Please don't think because a winch is rated for 1500 lbs pulling
> it will lift that weight safely, it will not. The Fulton/Bulldog winches
> are rated for pulling and lifting, that's why tower manufacturers supply
> them with their towers. If you are careful not to get lube on the discs
and
> maintain it properly. I plan to replace the discs and pawl assembly every
> few years.....probably whenever I replace the cable. May be a bit
overkill,
> but cheap insurance and peace of mind.
>
> GL
> Greg
> AB7R
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: towertalk-bounces@contesting.com
> [mailto:towertalk-bounces@contesting.com]On Behalf Of Dino Darling
> Sent: Saturday, March 17, 2007 11:32 AM
> To: KT2Q
> Cc: towertalk@contesting.com
> Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Tower winch failure
>
>
> You'll be looking long and hard to find a better winch. I have used
> these winches on towers and in the traffic control industry (by the
> thousands) for over 20 years. A winch failure is not impossible, but
> it is usually due to poor maintenance in harsh environments.
>
> The engineers picked the 1550 for a reason. The 2550 has more
> capacity at a reduced (1/3) speed. BTW, how long did the 1550 last?
>
> If you are comfortable with picking a winch that may have not been
> used for your application, then that is your prerogative. I'd
> suggest going with the original 1550 and maybe upgrade to the 2550 if
> you don't mind spending the extra $$$. Also, there is a KX version
> of the 1550 which "offer plated gear covers for improved gear train
> protection, and a dual ratchet system for added load control security."
>
> Here is a post from 2003...
> http://lists.contesting.com/_towertalk/2003-08/msg00556.html
>
> Search for winches...
> http://www.nextag.com/Fulton/fulton-winches/brand-html
>
> Good luck!
>
>
> At 09:26 AM 3/17/2007, KT2Q wrote:
> > I was hoping the 2550 had a heavy duty mechanism compared to the
> > 1550. I guess I'll have to look elsewhere for a better winch.
> >
> >Tony KT2Q
>
> Dino - K6RIX
> dino@k6rix.com
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