[TowerTalk] Gin pole

[Tek Supp]

I bought my pullies (bottom and top) and the clamps from this guy and although they are home made, they work fine so far - I've used them about 5 times and I'm pleased, but I reserve to the right to complain in the future   ;-).  But for the tubing I went to a local shop called "Affiliated Metals" (801) 363-1711.  A 20' 6061 T6 (2" OD x .125W 1.750 ID x 240") with tax was 48.08 this summer.  It's in SLC, UT and I have no idea about shipping.  But perhaps you can call them and find out.  I then cut it down to 14' so I could have enough spacing/supported area for the tower clamps to the gin pole, but I didn't feel I needed the full 20'.  I can't say that this helped you, but it's at least another avenue to pursue.

 

Also suggested by w9iix, I also decide to buy a 20' of 1/4 wall for heavier pulls.  I haven't used it yet, but it was a lot more (and I can't find my invoice right now for the pricing).  The .125 (1/8") wall can flex, so be aware of that if you are lifting anything heavy.  I was dismantling a 25G top section with rotor and mast and it flexed/bent toward the load a good foot.  But I can state that the 20' 1/4" wall is quite a bit heavier and you don't want to be playing around with it up on the tower much.

 

Thanks

John

K7ALA

 

 


 
> From: k2owr at comcast.net
> To: towertalk at contesting.com
> Date: Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:34:03 -0500
> Subject: [TowerTalk] Gin pole
> 
> :::: Anyone know where I can get a suitable 2" OD .125 wall 6061 piece of aluminum tubing, 12' long to use for a gin pole?
> It needs to be within 100 miles of Knoxville TN so I can pick it up. 
> I'm aware that w9iix.com sells one in two pieces so it can be shipped, but then he asks a ridiculous $200 for it, plus shipping.
> I already know this can be had at various tubing supply places for about $65, but they want $125 to ship it anywhere.
> 
> Any suggestions appreciated.
> 
> BILL K2OWR
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