David Jones wrote:
>
> Anyone have any safe and fairly effective ideas on launching dipoles
> into trees? I have numerous trees that go up a good 60 or 65 feet, but
> no way to really get anything up there. A cherry picker or fire truck
> is sort of out of the question, I can't afford that stuff.
>
> 73
>
> David Jones, KK7GW
> kk7gw@hotmail.com
Dave
you will most probably get this one several times but here goes
Equipment =
Sling shot - Good one like a wrist rocket or simalar
several 1 oz tear drop style fishing weights
A couple of hard hats
Spin casting reel from your fishing supplies -
loaded with 4 - 10 lb test monofiliment line, mounted on a fishing rod
or if you don't fish you might try convincing your buddy who does
to drop by..with a rod and reel ( I prefer open bail reels my self)
# 1 Check your insurance policy
# 2 Look where you are planing to launch the projectile over the tree
and ensure it has a clear landing spot
# 3 Tie the end of the line to a 1 oz weight
# 4 have a friend hold the rod and release the line ( open the bail )
# 5 place the weight into the pocket of the sling shot
# 6 fire the fishing weight over the tree in question
# 7 if all goes well it will sale over the tree and land on the
other side..oter wise more attempts are required.
# 8 Tie the dacron cord or what ever type of cord you plan on using to
suport the dipole to the end of the fishing line and reel in your
prize....
# 9 repeat for each tree support required.....
REMEMBER 1oz FROM 60 FEET UP HURTS LIKE @##$^%$#@%^@ SO WATCH
WHERE YOU AME AND PLAN YOUR SHOTS.
A bow also works well just put a rubber ball on the tip
and tie the line "behind" the flyte feathers
.......
I take no responsibility for the inappropriate use of the
above sugestions ---Use common sense and be safe....
hope this helps
73
de
ve6nap@oanet.com
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