On Sat, 26 May 2001 10:40:10 EDT K7LXC@aol.com writes:
> In a message dated 5/26/01 rjbro@bellsouth.net writes:
>
> > Is there a coating recommended to cover a base section of Rohn
> before> > pouring the concrete.?
>
> I thnik W3LPL uses roofing tar. I seem to remember that some
> knowledgeable TowerTalkian said not to use it but I don't remember
> why. Your search in the archives will probably turn it up.
>
A building contractor in Chicago reported that expansion / contraction
of the metal would allow water to seep in behind tarred metal causing
rust UNDER the tar.
Perhaps applying another coat of cold galvanizing paint might be a
better solution.
de Tom N4KG
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