Re: [TowerTalk] wires in trees

[Jim Lux <jimlux@earthlink.net>]

At 06:12 PM 9/12/2003 +0100, Tim Makins, EI8IC wrote:

> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Jim Jarvis" <jimjarvis@comcast.net>
> To: "Towertalk" <towertalk@contesting.com>
> Sent: 12 September 2003 13:28
> Subject: [TowerTalk] wires in trees
>
>
> > Tim wrote:
> > >I think that the kindest way (to the tree) to fasten an antenna support
> is
> > >not to wrap rope or wire around it, but instead to use a 4" or 6"
> coachbolt
> > >screwed into the trunk, at 90 degrees to the direction of pull.
>
> >
> > Undoubtedly true, Tim, but very hard to implement at height.
>
> I'm not sure why it is hard to implement. All you do is climb the tree,
> taking with you the bolt, and a couple of spares in case you drop one. Also
> a hammer to bang it into the tree 1/2" to start it off, and a rachet socket
> driver with the correct sized socket on it. If you want to make life easier
> for yourself, a small can of oil helps the bolt screw in.


Even easier with a battery powered or air powered ratchet wrench!  You'll 
have to drag the air hose up with you, though.

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