[TowerTalk] Using extra anchors

[K7LXC@aol.com]

In a message dated 5/5/01 1:07:29 AM Pacific Daylight Time, 
eric_schurman@hotmail.com writes:

> >I would also consider using one anchor per guy wire, or at least a
>  >separate one for the top set. That way you'd spread the forces over a 
>  >couple
>  >of anchors. If you can put the anchors out farther - say 100 or 120% or 
>  >more
>  >- that'll reduce somewhat the forces on the anchors.
>  
>  Really? That's good to know. Are there any disadvantages (other than the 
>  greater guy material required) to the longer guys?

    Not that I'm aware of. It just takes more real estate which is not 
possible in many installations. 

Cheers,    Steve    K7LXC
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