[TowerTalk] Rotor change out question

[Dave Johnson]

You didn't say what rotor you are using but if it is a Hy-Gain, loosen the U 
clamps on the rotor, put a muffler clamp on the rotor mast above the thrust 
bearing, use a large screw driver or small pry bar under the bottom of the 
rotor mast and lift it up about 1/2".  While holding it up, tighten the nuts 
on the muffler clamp.  That will hold the mast without taking the antenna 
loose.  Remove the mast holding plate from the rotor and it will tilt out.

Good Luck,

Dave - K4SSU


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "k2vi" <k2vi at cox.net>
To: <towertalk at contesting.com>
Sent: Saturday, May 23, 2009 11:19 AM
Subject: [TowerTalk] Rotor change out question


> Hey fellas,
>
> Can someone please give me some advice. I was thinking of changing out my 
> rotor and really do not want to remove the ta-33 from the tower. Can I 
> simply loosen the mast clamp and lower the antenna to rest on the thrust 
> bearing then loosen the rotor clamp to slide the mast up to remove the 
> rotor. What would be the easiest process to switch out a rotor without 
> removing the antenna. Thanks in advance guys. Have a great memorial 
> weekend guys.
>
> tony K2VI
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