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[K7LXC@aol.com]

In a message dated 4/14/02 6:33:18 AM Pacific Daylight Time, 
n4zr@contesting.com writes:

> Steve and I have agreed to disagree on the need for additional rivets.  I 
>  have not had anything even approaching an element rivet failure in 5 years 
>  with 3 force12 antennas.

    Well, location is everything. Guys in more wind-prone areas (like Texas) 
DO have this problem and I highly recommend anyone putting in a couple of 
back-up off-setting rivets. Hey - couldn't hurt!

    Our Texas compadres called KLM antennas Konstantly Losing Metal. They 
typically function as a great antenna destruct lab. 
>  
>  In my limited experience, anything that breaks up the smooth surface of 
the 
>  elements, such as bolts or (gasp) tubing clamps, displays an almost 
magical 
>  ability to latch onto the nearest guy wire or tag line during installation.
>  
    AMEN! Hoseclamps on elements - UGHH. Viva la rivets!

Cheers,
Steve     K7LXC
TOWER TECH