At 10:47 07/01/98 EST, you wrote:
>In a message dated 98-01-06 19:29:10 EST, n6ig@netcom.com writes:
>
>> A pier pin/base plate somehow seems easier to deal with than
>> worrying about making a base section plumb. The only drawback is the
>> requirement of having to put temporary guys on the first tower section
>> when the tower is being erected or dismantled.
>
> This is a BIG drawback. You need to have excellent rigging skills and the
>right tools in order to install safe temporary guys. These are rare
>commodities in amateur circles. I discourage anyone from following this route
>unless you have both.
If a ham can't be trusted to install adequate temporary guys, how is he
going to install acceptable permanent guys on the rest of his tower??
I prefer the pier pin arrangements, as do most tower manufacturers.
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73
Bill - VE5FN
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