[TowerTalk] Quiet antenna rotators?

[Dean Craft]

Punderson, IV, James wrote:
> I have a neighbor "commenting" (for now) about the noise of the Ham-IV
> rotator I am using. I have nothing to compare it to. 
> 
> So my question is are Ham-IV rotators considered "noisy" and if so are
> there quieter units on the market?
> 
> Jamie Punderson, W2QO>
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Mine makes a noticable 'klunk' when the brake is disengaged for rotation 
and when rotation is completed.  It can be heard within 50 to 60 feet of 
the tower.  The rotor itself makes a 'quiet' whir sound.  Neither can be 
heard inside the house.

Dean  --  W4IHK