In a message dated 99-07-21 20:35:43 EDT, rhiker@uswest.net writes:
> Also, I plan on digging a 3'x3'x6' hole for the base. I have ordered 4000psi
> cement. I plan on filling the 1st foot of the hole with sand or gravel. Any
> feedback on this. Is this an overkill?
NO - in fact it's way UNDERKILL. Where's your Rohn book? The factory
spec calls for 5'9" x 5'9" x 4' for 4.9 cubic yards of concrete. Your hole
will have 2 yards. This is a big violation of the LXC Prime Directive to "DO
what the manufacturer says".
You don't need any sand or gravel for drainage at the bottom. There's
nothing to drain.
Cheers, Steve K7LXC
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