K7LXC@aol.com writes:
>
> Although I see a lot of ring rotors being used, IMO most people use them
> somewhat reluctantly due to less than commercial materials and reliability.
> Your mileage may vary.
>
I'll agree with the above. I've had my ringrotor up for about 2 years.
Major problems were intial installation due to poor quality control
(holes drilled about 1/4 off center in bracket where motor mounts). Minor
problems with direction indicating pot wiper arm recently (relatively
common from what I hear).
I'm glad the ring is on the lower TH7 so its breakdown would not be
incapacitating. T2X rotating TH7 and 402CD at top - not a problem in 5+
years.
IMO, Ringrotor is only option for full rotation of antenna not at the top
of a tower; but would definitely NOT use one at the top of the tower (and
glad I only have one!)
73 Barry
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Barry N. Kutner, W2UP Internet: barry@w2up.wells.com
Newtown, PA Packet Radio: W2UP @ WB3JOE.#EPA.PA.USA.NA
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