A common mistake; this is NOT a democracy. It never was, nor was it intended to be. This country is a CONSTITUTIONAL REPUBLIC. Athens was a democracy. Minorities, including hams, have RIGHTS in this
My township wants $750 for any tower over 30'. I am planning to put up a 48' tower, so I've asked the neighbors if they want 5 30 foot towers (legal) or 1 48' tower (didn't tell them that's illegal).
Just bought a house, and township has 30' height restriction. Township manager and zoning officer were unaware of any restrictions, and didn't know about PRB-1. Reviewing literature on this and discu
I've got a 75' tower that's been up for 15 years with a Pro 67B (100 lbs on a 40' boom). It's survived 80mph winds..and I KNOW it's not plumb. Not sure how out of plumb it is, but one of the guy anch
Have a system. Do it consistently, but check it always. If you hook and unhook a lanyard, do it from the right or left side always. Check each lanyard connection every time. I've hooked my hook aroun
I put a new antenna mount on my honda crv today. the mount is about 3' angle aluminium stock, with a hamstick mounted at the top. the aluminium is held against the spare tire by 2 long bolts, and the
Not only that, but if you've sent your Klein belt back to Klein for free checking and updating, they PERMANENTLY lock one latch to the D ring so it CAN'T be opened...very logical precaution. -- FAQ o
To: <towertalk@contesting.com> I've had a 67b for abt 6 yrs...and as a member of Frankford Radio Club have participated in many contests with a variety of antennas. The 67b aint a monobander but it's
Many of you met Irv, K3KNH at Dayton thru the years. He typically had a bunch of tables in the commercial tent where he sold rope, carabiners, etc. Irv, a loyal member of FRC, and dedicated contester
THis is off topic...BUT since the subject is up... It was George Bush Sr. who started the push for NAFTA, not Clinton. The deal was pretty much done when Clinton came on the scene, and to renege woul
I second Steve's observations. I had a $7000 lightening strike. My homeowner's paid w/o a peep. They just wanted a signed statement that the equipment was destroyed. I'm not sure what ARRL would add.
Phillystran is fiberglass if I'm not mistaken....Any chance of it 'crazing' or cracking over the years? 200 I hand on doing Weather Stations", and lot's more. Call Toll Free, 1-800-333-9041 with any
Although I don't climb professionally, many of the pro's seem to require "Comtrain" certification. See http://www.comtrainusa.com/ Bob/WF3H Weather Stations", and lot's more. Call Toll Free, 1-800-33
This is slightly off topic for tower talk, but since I've been giving regular updates over the last year on discussions I've been having with my township about their 30' tower height restriction, I t
Ham radio is, contrary to some opinions, still necessary for emergency communications. I have sitting on my mantel a certificate from the American Red Cross thanking me (with many other hams) for our
Hi Jim, Good points all. And, to some extent, the official system IS deficient in some ways. That has been pointed up by studies. The problem is, we often don't know about the deficiencies until a pr