Topband: Ends for older Phillystran

[Grant Saviers]

Hoping for some help to be able to use some older Philly.  The factory 
tells me their grips won't work on "parallel strand" construction which 
is what I have, epoxy potted sockets are required.  However, they only 
pot at the factory (liability etc etc) which means tossing 6 x 300' of 
5/8" 45klb ultimate strength.  Newer Philly (post 1991) is constructed 
of 7 twisted strands, something like 7x19 wire rope (not exactly the 
same, but similar) and the PVC sheath transfers the load effectively 
with the Philly guy grips.

Any reports of success with field potting, materials, how to do it, and 
where ends can be obtained (or a drawing, I will machine them) would be 
appreciated.  I would have a load test done on each guy post potting.

Grant KZ1W