[TowerTalk] temp guys

[K7LXC@aol.com]

In a message dated 99-02-03 18:53:53 EST, brunet@us.ibm.com writes:

> What is the standard practice for using temporary guys as a tower is going
>  up or being taken down? 

      Hmm, good question. First of all I'll assume that you really do need
temporary guys. For instances like putting up the first 3-4 sections on a pier
pin or providing extra security when you're taking down a questionable tower,
temporary guys are very valuable and necessary.

      You've got two choices for material - either rope or steel cable. Rope
is easy to handle and secure. Use a trucker's hitch or comealong with rope
grip to put adequate tension on it. Unfortunately it's stretchy and bouncy so
might not be as confidence inspiring as you'd like. 

       Steel is good but you can't just clove hitch it to secure to a tower
leg or anchor. The best way to tighten them up is to have 3 comealongs and
cable grips. The only problem then is that you'll need 3 MORE comealongs and
grips to install the permanent guys. 

      I've never seen anything published on this topic. If this post isn't
adequate, I can always expand the info. 

Cheers,   Steve   K7LXC

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