[TowerTalk] Which Tower

[Dr. James C. Garland]

Ron,
If you're worried about swaying, you might consider a Tashjian Sky Needle
telescoping tubular tower, model TM-358.
(http://www.tashtowers.com/pdf/TM358-01.pdf ) It's pricier than the MA-550,
but _much_ heavier duty and won't sway at all.

Jim W8ZR

-----Original Message-----
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[mailto:towertalk-bounces at contesting.com] On Behalf Of W4LDE-Ron
Sent: Sunday, November 18, 2007 10:12 AM
To: TowerTalk
Subject: [TowerTalk] Which Tower

Would like your input, have a new SteppIR 3-elem on the way, going to
install a new tower, selection looks like either a U.S. Tower MA-550
telescoping 55ft (Rated for 9sq' at 70mph) with the tilt-over kit or a
Heights Tower 48' telescoping (rated 12sq' at 80mph) with also the
tilt-over kit. Home in a 70mph rated area.

I am concerned about the swaying on the MA-550 as compared to the
typical triangle style Heights tower.  Any comments will be appreciated.

Will be placing an order 12-1-07, can't get the antenna up until
sometime in March. (long story - HI)

73 de - Ron
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