[TowerTalk] tower removal question

[Jim]

Cut it off at the base (cut one leg through, cut the other two almost 
all the way through) and tilt it down slowly.


Thanks
73
Jim W7RY

On 5/5/2019 4:36 PM, Tom WA9WSJ via TowerTalk wrote:
> Hello Oh Wise Gents!
> I have the opportunity to obtain a 40, (38), foot Rohn 25G for free. But I will have to take it down. I have no idea how long it's been in the air but I would guess many years.
> The bottom section has TWO splits, one per leg, where it must have frozen and ruptured, so no climbing it. I'm considering a rented man lift to take each section off.
> So my question is "generally speaking", how difficult is it to separate the sections? Considering that I'll use a gin pole and a tower jack installation/removal tool.
> The antenna that is up there is what looks to be a VHF commercial ground plane, so no real weight was up there.
> I know this is a leading question, but I'd like a little insight as to what I'm up against.
> What tricks does the experienced guys here have to suggest?
> Thanks much!!!
> Tom
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