Thanks for the advice. Very much appreciated. It's been up for only 10
years, not too old but I'm sure we'll have a chore taking it all down.
Bob-
----- Original Message -----
From: <K7LXC@aol.com>
To: <towertalk@contesting.com>; <robert.west@just-micro.com>
Sent: Sunday, May 02, 2010 6:17 PM
Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Rohm 45g Takedown Tips Wanted
>
> In a message dated 5/2/2010 7:30:14 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
> towertalk-request@contesting.com writes:
>
>> I've taken down a few 25g towers but this is my first 45g takedown.
> 200 foot with a Torque Arm Stabilizer. Never had to deal with that one.
>
>> Any do's or don't's?
>
>> Yes, using a Gin Pole, Jack, Snatch Block, etc. Safety is number one
> with this crew. I have the basics covered, just looking for any weird
> issues to be prepared for. New territory for me.
>
>
> Sure. Strip everything off of the top section before lowering it -
> e.g. rotator, guys, mast, etc. It'll be heavy enough without all that
> extraneous stuff on it. If it has the Guy Assembly, you might consider
> taking that
> off too. And definitely take the TAS (star bracket) off. The lighter it
> is
> - the easier it'll be.
>
> Have a TowerJack handy - you'll probably have trouble getting some of
> the sections apart. I think that's what you meant by Jack above. A car
> bottle jack or scissor jack will also work but aren't as handy.
>
> Have a bucket for all the parts you take off. And plan a good lunch
> for the crew!
>
> Cheers & GL,
> Steve K7LXC
> TOWER TECH -
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