Dave -
My experience doesn't indicate that. My rotors, Yaesu G-1000DXA and Yaesu
G-2800DXA, with no weight on them, have lasted for decades. Maybe other
rotators are different.
73, Bob - W3YY
-----Original Message-----
From: TowerTalk [mailto:towertalk-bounces@contesting.com] On Behalf Of David
Gilbert
Sent: Thursday, December 26, 2019 11:39 PM
To: towertalk@contesting.com
Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Lift Mast to Replace Rotator
Another guy just said the same thing you did, and I'm not sure that is
universally a good idea. I expect Steve to eventually weigh in here
with more authority on the subject, but from what I understand some
rotators WANT to have some vertical weight on them to keep the bearings
properly aligned. Free floating bearings aren't always a good idea.
Dave AB7E
On 12/26/2019 5:46 PM, W3YY wrote:
> John -
>
> Next time install two bearings that provide both lateral and thrust support.
> And then install the mast so there is no weight on the rotor. Then you can
> easily remove and replace the rotor.
>
> 73, Bob - W3YY
>
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