I'd install a Trylon self supporting tower instead,
unless you absolutely can not climb. The Trylon
sections can be hand carried and installed piece by
piece with no crane required (even though it's a lot
easier with a crane). Crankups require a lot more
maintenance and introduce their own inherent safety
risks which, IMHO, in the long run, are more than a nice
self supporter. Just my opinion. I don't overly enjoy
climbing myself but I really get the heebie jeebies
climbing on a crankup. Tilt over is a nice concept but
there's more mechanical stuff to maintain. Phil KB9CRY
> Hello,
>
> I am considering purchasing a US Tower 50 ft crank-up. I have never put
> up a tower before and could use some advice. Does anyone have an
> opinion on US Tower quality, customer service, etc?
>
> Also, my backyard is not accessible to any vehicles. Can the tower be
> carried by a group of my friends (beer and pizza provided afterwards!)?
>
> Are the crank-up towers easy to crank-up and tilt over (with the
> optional equipment)?
>
> Again, any help would be greatly appreciated (including photos of
> installation).
>
> Thanks,
>
> Dan
> NX9C
>
>
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