[TowerTalk] thimble gap too narrow

[Donnie Murray (KE4RNA)]

> To:            towertalk@contesting.com
> Subject:       [TowerTalk] thimble gap too narrow
> Date:          Fri, 06 Jun 1997 12:03:40 -0400
> From:          Pete Soper <psoper@donedeal.encore.com>

> Hi Folks,
> 
> The thimbles I got from Texas Towers and Hill Radio come down to a narrow gap,
> too small for the thimble to slip over a turnbuckle or shackle. I need a 
> practical idea for increasing the gap from around 3/16" to 7/16". The 3/8" 
> thimbles are made of thick metal and are extremely stiff. 
> 
> Regards,
> Pete
> KS4XG
> 

Using two pair of channel locks or vice grips twist them sideways 
enough to get them on.
73/DX,
DONNIE, KE4RNA

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