n8de@thepoint.net wrote:
> FYI:
>
> I discovered a new source for insulator material that I will be using
> on my 80m tower verticals.
>
> At the local 'feed store', I found 1+1/4" fiberglass ROD with a few
> small pre-drilled holes ... it's designed to be used as an electric
> fence post. The rod is VERY STRONG and should hold up quite well.
>
> The cost for a 6' rod is about $6 .... quite inexpensive. Cutting it
> into 6+" lengths is quite easy.
>
> CAUTION:
>
NEVER Cut, drill, or sand fiberglass without wearing a *respirator*
73
Roger (K8RI)
> When handling this item, WEAR GLOVES as the fiberglass is RAW and will
> leave microfibers in your SKIN.
>
> When CUTTING it or DRILLING it ... wear EYE PROTECTION. You won't
> like the effect should any 'flakes' get in your eyes.
>
> Tower/antennas going up next week .. .FINALLY.
>
> Don
> N8DE
>
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