Have also experienced occasional 70+ mph winds here in VA, but always crank the tower down to 25 ft since I have that option. Also helps to re-paint the fiberglass element tubes with quality Marine (
Check with Irrigation companies in your area. I got 3 in 30 ft lengths from one in my area for a 40M 4 Sq at a very reasonable price. 73, Alan K9MBQ --Original Message-- _____________________________
Not enough info to answer . . . What failed - Fiberglass poles and/or motors and copper tape elements? Whatever the answer, suggest call STEPPIR (Fluid Motion) and get a quote for parts, which will b
I have several electric fence chargers and only hear them if something causes an arc to a post or branch that is grounded. Usually happens after snow/rain. Suggest "walk" the fence and listen for arc
I have a 4 square on 40M w/ 36 32ft radials under each on the ground with staples. They overlap and it works great! Now my 160M Coax Inv-L has 7 100 Ft elevated radial and it is an excellent performe
Also, suggest check the Thrust Bearing between the gear box and the tower . . . has it been lubed? - Alan K9MBQ --Original Message-- _______________________________________________ __________________
Do what Ed says, but also suggest that you include in any offer letter that the sale is contingent upon No Tower/Antenna restrictions which will require the RE Agent and settlement attorney(s) to hel
Don't bury them is your solution! Just lay them on the grd and staple - they will work all OK. If you have grass, the radials will be covered in 1-2 yrs. I have a 4Sq on 40 w/ 36 - 32 ft radials unde
Call KC1XX and pay him to do it! - Alan K9MBQ --Original Message-- _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ TowerTalk mailing list TowerTalk@con
I have used LMR-400 for 10 yrs with no problems. I attach the coax, rotator cable to the Feedline standoff arms on my TX-472 MDPL w/ heavy rubber (garden hose) wrapped around to ensure the coax is no
Have a TX-472 MDPL since new in 2006, and moved to a secon location; still using w/ a 4 El Steppir. Have recabled twice - both discretionary. Lube the cables 2x yr and chg the gear box oil annually.
I had similar concerns w/ my G-2800 & UST TX-472. However, it worked all OK once the correct orientation of the rotator motor was chosen. Tell your buddy to rotate the motor to find the correct align
Sounds like something is jammed and preventing the tower from extending . . . so block the sections and suggest climb up an look. Verify that the rotor cable and/or rotor body is not protruding such
To be more specific . . . my former Ham IV motors (too weak for my 4 EL Stepir) and my current Yaesu G-2800 both fit the TX-472 rotor mounting area w/o interference in crank-up/down. However, for exa
On my STEPPIR I have used for many yrs Interlux BRIGHTSIDE polyurethane Sea Green #4247. Alan K9MBQ --Original Message-- _______________________________________________ ______________________________
Per my DX Eng Guide used to construct my 40M 4 Sq and in daily use, radiation is on the diagonals . .. not broadside. - Alan K9MBQ --Original Message-- _______________________________________________
Marv - Had a similar problem ~3 yrs ago w/ a NEW Ham IV bought from HY Gain. It was mounted internally in my TX-472 and turning a 4 El SteppIR. A few mos after install, I went up the tower to see why
Fritz - Recall that the TX-472MDP is a constant tension system. I have the same tower and have replaced the cables and some pulleys twice since I bought it new in 2010. The first time I had a US Tow
Subject: 4 Square Issues In response to the apparent intermittent issues mentioned, I recently went through a full Full System analysis/check of my 40M 4 square w/ the help of the DX Eng tech team. M
You may want to consider the K9AY Loop system - ~25ft radius and switchable in 4 directions. Have had one for yrs in and among trees and find it very helpful on the low bands in Diversity receive. I