Guys -
Here's my experience: Am located in Boise Idaho where the winds don't often
get above 40mph... Am using a T2X to turn a 3 ele KLM and KT34XA at 130'.
These boom lengths are approximately 32' if I remember right. The
first rotor lasted 10 years. On the second one now. YMMV, Rod W7ZRC
At 02:57 PM 9/1/1999 -0500, Iowaguy wrote:
>While the proposed load may not exceed the effective moment ratings, it
>seems like I remember a specific disclaimer that the T2X is not supposed to
>handle anything larger than a 24' boom. As I recall, it's hidden somewhere
>deep in the bowels of the manual. . . it's not widely published making it
>one of those joyful things that you don't discover, despite your best
>research efforts ahead of time, until you have the product on your doorstep.
>. . and then find out that it's not suited to your needs.
>
>There are many important aspects with regard to long term rotor performance.
>. .effective moment is but one. Look carefully before you leap. If you're
>serious about a rotor, I'd look at one of the Big Boys.
>
>73. . . Dave
>W0FLS
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