[Towertalk] Crank up tower advice needed

[kb9cry@attbi.com]

I'd install a Trylon self supporting tower instead, 
unless you absolutely can not climb.  The Trylon 
sections can be hand carried and installed piece by 
piece with no crane required (even though it's a lot 
easier with a crane).  Crankups require a lot more 
maintenance and introduce their own inherent safety 
risks which, IMHO, in the long run, are more than a nice 
self supporter.  Just my opinion.  I don't overly enjoy 
climbing myself but I really get the heebie jeebies 
climbing on a crankup.  Tilt over is a nice concept but 
there's more mechanical stuff to maintain.  Phil  KB9CRY
> Hello,
> 
> I am considering purchasing a US Tower 50 ft crank-up.  I have never put 
> up a tower before and could use some advice.  Does anyone have an 
> opinion on US Tower quality, customer service, etc?
> 
> Also, my backyard is not accessible to any vehicles.  Can the tower be 
> carried by a group of my friends (beer and pizza provided afterwards!)?
> 
> Are the crank-up towers easy to crank-up and tilt over (with the 
> optional equipment)?
> 
> Again, any help would be greatly appreciated (including photos of 
> installation).
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Dan
> NX9C
> 
> 
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