[TowerTalk] fiberglass mast question

[Marvin Shelton]

Since the mast is made of fiberglass, my suggestion would be to use fiberglass marine paint.  That’s. what has been used by a lot of early SteppIR owners, apparently with great results.  The pain is designed for fiberglass and the harsh UV conditions on open water. When my SteppIR needs a paint job, that’s what I plan to use.

Best 73's
de Marv WA2BFW/7
(from my iPad)

> On Mar 28, 2018, at 8:36 AM, bill K7WXW <K7WXW at qrpdx.org> wrote:
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> I am making plans for a 16' mast that will hold dual band and GMRS antennas (Comet GP-3 and Tram). I have a stack of Army surplus fiberglass mast sections that I'd like to use for the project.  Here's my question: Given their tendency to flake and susceptibility to UV damage, what's the best way to prep them to improve their longevity?
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> I don't need the mast to last forever but ten years should would be nice. ;)
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> thanks and 73 de bill K7WXW
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