In a message dated 98-03-22 13:42:31 EST, Robert.Turner@ibx.com writes:
> I have purchased 24' of chrome moly 4130 mast that I probably will be
> cutting at the 19' mark. The mast needs to be protected from the
> elements. I'm planning on using RUST-OLEUM at the moment. First a coat
> of RUST-OLEUM primer, then the paint. Any suggestions for primer or
> paint?
IMO Rustoleum is a typical hardware store 'homeowner's' product. A good
quality industrial, marine or cold galvanizing coating will probably do a
better job. I would suggest checking with industrial coating suppliers found
in your yellow pages or a marine products store. You can find both on the WWW.
Then follow their instructions. TOWER TECH has Klein cold galvanizing spray
paint.
As expensive as that mast is, are you sure you want to hack off five feet
of it?
> What color should I paint the mast to make it disappear from
> view?
I dunno - how do you hide the tower? If you're serious, some sort of sky
blue is probably the best.
>How do I paint inside? Should I cap the top end of mast?
>
I suppose you could pour paint through it. Or just leave it. If you cap
it, moisture will condense inside the mast and run down so you'll have water
running out of it whether it's capped or not. As long as the water can run out
the bottom, I wouldn't worry about it.
73, Steve K7LXC
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