[TowerTalk] FWD: Tensioning Rohn 45G guys

[Jim Idelson]

It's unanimous. Tension all guys to 660# - 10% of breaking strength - and don't 
worry about the additional compression force on the 45G.

Thanks again!

Jim Idelson K1IR
email    k1ir at designet.com
web    http://www.designet.com/k1ir

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FROM: Jim Idelson <k1ir at designet.com>
TO:   TowerTalk Post <towertalk at contesting.com>
DATE: Wed, 9 Jul 2003 07:07:07 -0400

RE:   Tensioning Rohn 45G guys

The 85 foot 45G tower is up. We used 1/4" guys at three levels. Rohn calls for 
660# tension on upper 1/4" guys, and 400# tension on 3/16" lower guys - 10% of 
breaking strength. I know many of you have used 1/4" guys for all levels. 
What's the best choice of tension for the lower guys, noting that there may be 
additional compression forces on the tower?

73,

Jim Idelson K1IR
email    k1ir at designet.com
web    http://www.designet.com/k1ir