[TowerTalk] Driving Ground Rods

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Thu, 15 Oct 1998 03:38:26 EDT


In a message dated 10/14/98 11:34:49 AM EST, MBecker@aol.com writes:

<< What is the best way to drive in my 8 ft. ground rods?  A big hammer? >>


Mike:

Head to the local farm store and buy a T-Post driver.  These are made of heavy
pipe with handle on the side and sell for about $25.

They will drive the rod in to about 24" left to go, which you can then whack
with a sledge.

73

Ron
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