Hoping for some help to be able to use some older Philly. The factory
tells me their grips won't work on "parallel strand" construction which
is what I have, epoxy potted sockets are required. However, they only
pot at the factory (liability etc etc) which means tossing 6 x 300' of
5/8" 45klb ultimate strength. Newer Philly (post 1991) is constructed
of 7 twisted strands, something like 7x19 wire rope (not exactly the
same, but similar) and the PVC sheath transfers the load effectively
with the Philly guy grips.
Any reports of success with field potting, materials, how to do it, and
where ends can be obtained (or a drawing, I will machine them) would be
appreciated. I would have a load test done on each guy post potting.
Grant KZ1W
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