[TowerTalk] Tilting over a DX-70: how far over will it go?

[al.n6ta at gmail.com]

I am contemplating purchase of a new DX-70 or the HDX572.  The DX-70 tilts
horizontally being level at about 9' above ground.  Has anyone tilted it
further than horizontal to get the antenna (on a tilt plate) closer to the
ground for convenience?  My site will be suboptimal for use of a ladder or
lift to get up that 9' for maintenance.

I realize the 572 tilts at the base, not 9' up.  

Also, did you tilt up from ground on initial erection with a mast and rotor
installed or put those in once it was vertical and then tilted over?

 

Thanks for any tips!

Al

N6TA