I would like to hear about metal-vs-wood poles, too.
I live in SW New Mexico, with a seasonal dry climate. It's wet from July through
September, dry the rest of the year. I have one wood pole that is stressed by
power lines in 3 directions. Once the pole dries out, it screams. The power
company comes out, tightens hardware, and it's quiet for a few weeks, or until
the wet season comes. Just wondering if it's worth trying to twist their arm
into changing to a metal pole.
73,
Steve, N2IC
On 12/04/2019 05:52 PM, Charles Plunk wrote:
My latest power line rfi I have tracked to 2 poles within 10' of each other. One
or both is scheduled to be replaced. White arrow on the street, white strip on
the pole, was orange tape, and sewer line nearby marked with green yard tag.
Confirmed with utility that it is indeed scheduled to be replaced but they would
not give me a timetable so far. LOTS of hardware on these 2 poles. So waiting
before I track further if needed. They are old wood poles probably from the 60s.
Does it make any difference as to risk of future rfi whether the pole is metal
or wood (does hardware loosen more often on wood poles)? Just curious as the new
poles they install most or all seem to be metal.
How long do you think I should be patient before I check back with them? 30 days
since first email will be 12/18.
Thanks
Chuck
AF4O
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