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[TowerTalk] Re: Topband: Using 1/2" PVC Conduit Vs. the

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Subject: [TowerTalk] Re: Topband: Using 1/2" PVC Conduit Vs. the
From: "Ward Silver" <hwardsil@centurytel.net>
Reply-to: Ward Silver <hwardsil@centurytel.net>
Date: Mon, 10 Nov 2003 21:08:36 -0800
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>>It's a constant problem.  In the case of my 160 Comtrek box, some critter
>>ate A LOT of RG8X in three separate spots and caused a short in the cable
>>which blew the fuse and a few components in the control box.  This was
less
>>than 50' from my house.
>>
>
>Have you tried any of the various animal repellents available at the local
>farm supply store?  I think they are blood-based, and they are supposed to
>be effective for most mammals.  They aren't very expensive, but I do
>suspect they would have to be reapplied at intervals, particularly with
>precipitation.
>
>73, Pete N4ZR

I just got out and whomp 'em to death with a plastic owl.

You might also consult Hunter Thompson's essays for a number of innovative,
yet amusing, solutions.

73, Ward N0AX


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