[TowerTalk] Old Rohn Crank Up Tower

[Larry WA9VRH]

Hi Gary,

I have the information you need and will send it directly to you.

73 Larry WA9VRH

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From: <gallen35 at cox.net>
To: <towertalk at contesting.com>
Sent: Saturday, May 08, 2010 9:02 PM
Subject: [TowerTalk] Old Rohn Crank Up Tower


>I have obtained a 54' Rohn crank up tower that I would like to set up.   I 
>am in need of a copy of the owner's manual and/or eng spec for the tower so 
>I can install it properly and make sure my antennas won't over load it.
>
> Since I have limited space and am no longer able to climb my only real 
> option is to use a crank up tower with tilt over base.  I know Rohn 
> discontinued these towers due to safety issues.   I remember seeing an 
> article on how to put a safety catch on old crank ups to prevent them from 
> coming down unexpectedly.   I am looking for this document as well.
>
>
>
> Gary
> AB0TW
> ab0tw at cox.net
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