You need to dig two holes. One for the tower and one for a place to put the
dirt displaced by the concrete.
On Nov 24, 2012, at 8:15, Rip R <cw.op.montana@gmail.com> wrote:
> Thanks to Wilson (W4BOH) and all those who sent an email off line. The vast
> majority suggested a tower, either Rohn 25G or 45G, and some suggested a
> tilt base, but I am guessing that the tilt base would only be reasonable if
> I was using the 25G. I am leaning toward the R-24SS030 (Rohn 30 foot tower
> kit from Hill Radio); barring the unforseen, I should be able to climb 30
> feet of 25G for a few more years. Hi Hi I still need to verify with Hill
> Radio that the kit has what I need for a rotator mounted antenna platform
> plus mast and bearing; I suspect it will need a few more "accessories". The
> concrete companies sell and deliver concrete year round up here, but
> digging the hole might be the immediate issue. I also need to verify a good
> match between the antenna and 25G for wind conditions. I sure wish I had
> this antenna up this weekend for the CQ CW WW test!! Oh well, there is
> always next year.... TU & 73s Rip W7RIP
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