In a message dated 5/2/2010 7:30:14 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
towertalk-request@contesting.com writes:
> I've taken down a few 25g towers but this is my first 45g takedown.
200 foot with a Torque Arm Stabilizer. Never had to deal with that one.
> Any do's or don't's?
> Yes, using a Gin Pole, Jack, Snatch Block, etc. Safety is number one
with this crew. I have the basics covered, just looking for any weird
issues to be prepared for. New territory for me.
Sure. Strip everything off of the top section before lowering it -
e.g. rotator, guys, mast, etc. It'll be heavy enough without all that
extraneous stuff on it. If it has the Guy Assembly, you might consider taking
that
off too. And definitely take the TAS (star bracket) off. The lighter it is
- the easier it'll be.
Have a TowerJack handy - you'll probably have trouble getting some of
the sections apart. I think that's what you meant by Jack above. A car
bottle jack or scissor jack will also work but aren't as handy.
Have a bucket for all the parts you take off. And plan a good lunch
for the crew!
Cheers & GL,
Steve K7LXC
TOWER TECH -
Professional tower services for hams
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