I expect the code there is just presuming that the arrival of 150 knot
breezes is only a matter of time... :)
On Fri, Oct 7, 2011 at 1:28 PM, <normn3ykf@stny.rr.com> wrote:
>
> ---- Jim Cassidy <jc_ki7y@q.com> wrote:
> > Satellite sled mounts are used mainly on flat roofs only. I have done
> one that was a saddle over a peak roof. Mainly used for fairly small dish
> size although I have seen a couple in the 6-8ft range.
>
> Jim KI7Y
>
> Thanks all for the contributions. The saddle sled is the type I'd need. My
> problem is getting it by code. I would have to have the windload and
> structural calcs done by an engineer to ensure that it's right. Code is
> crazy here. Any ideas?
>
> The issue is that the property needs a new roof. Installation of a crank
> up/tilt over tower is a large expense. The plan of the property does not
> lend itself well to do it. If it's easier and cheaper now to do the roof
> structure upgrade, get my array up at a decent altitude, so be it.
>
> Just kicking a can down the road, so to speak.
> 73 de Norm n3ykf
>
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