FWIW, I have been using 80 lb cement umbrella
stands for my 30 ft antenna supports. They
are self supporting (in zero wind) long enough
to get guy ropes tied. I move them with a wheelbarrow,
instead of trying to carry them with handles.
They only cost ~$12. Why make your own?
Rick N6RK
Chuck N7BV wrote:
> GD,
>
> I am trying to find a short article in QST (I think)
> for making an antenna support out of a 5-gallon paint
> bucket, by cementing a post in it. The article also
> gives a suggestion for using hardware to cement in a
> handle to help move the finished bucket.
>
> I think the article was within the last 2-3 years.
> Have tried searching the ARRL site, but no luck.
>
> Thanks, Chuck N7BV
>
>
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