[TowerTalk] New To ME US Towers HDX-555- advice needed

[Sam Barrett]

I bought a used HDX-555 that is now beginning to reappear as the snow melts. I’m hoping to get it upright this summer. I’d like advice on what to do prior to standing it up.

I am not sure how long the tower was down, prior to its transportation to me. I believe that it is about 15 years old, and it came from a SK. 

Specifically, I am wondering about the cables. Should the cable on the raising fixture be replaced? Should I replace or service the lift cables in any way? Any advice about PM for the raising motor assembly? Should switches (limit, raising, etc) be changed?

Above all, I want to be safe here. So, I’d take any tips on steps to take prior to actually bolting on an antenna and standing the thing up.

Regards and 73,

Sam Barrett - W5KF