[TowerTalk] Insulator options for 160m vertical

[Andre VanWyk]

I am planning a 160m vertical with elevated radials, using Rohn 25G tower sections.  I plan to have the tower insulated at 30' above ground.

Rohn is very proud of their 25TG insulated section and I have heartburn paying over $2K for the section, so I am looking for alternatives to insulate this tower. There will be 130' of tower above the insulated part.

Someone recommended using fiberglass rod machined down to fit inside the 3 legs and I am currently investigating this option.

Any other ideas / comments / recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

73's
NJ0F