[TowerTalk] Modifications to TIC Ring

[Ignacy Misztal]

Keith,
Please send the modifications. My tower is 45g.

Ignacy NO9E

On Tue, Mar 8, 2022, 20:29 Keith Dutson <kdutson at sbcglobal.net> wrote:

> Ignacy,
>
> I have three TIC rings.  I have documented the method I developed to
> install my first ring.  Like you, I found problems getting the ring to not
> bind as it rotated 360 degrees.  The answer was to leave some assembly
> bolts somewhat loose while doing a complete rotation.  The ring eventually
> adjusted itself to be round, and I was able to tighten the bolts with
> success.  I will be glad to send the procedure to you.
>
> 73, Keith NM5G
>
> On Tuesday, March 8, 2022, 04:57:34 PM CST, Ignacy Misztal <no9e at arrl.net>
> wrote:
>
>
> I ordered a TIC Ring. Initially it came uneven and Carl sent a replacement.
> This one is even but slightly oval and not exactly level.  So when the ring
> rotates, it is very tight fit at some angles and very loose at other
> angles. Also the rotator control gear engages at the top for some angles
> and at the bottom at other angles.  I can make the ring rotate 360 degrees
> by tightening the side supports but then there is some grinding.
>
> When I set it up for practice at a low level, the fit was better then
> reassembled on top.
>
> Perhaps I can ask Carl to send another replacement but I am wondering if
> anyone knows tricks to make the current ring working well enough.
>
> If two sides of the ring are at a slight angle, perhaps it is enough to
> reposition the top screws of the ring.
>
> If the ring is slightly oval (1/6 of an inch), can it be forced to be more
> round with a hammer or a large clamp?
>
> Just fishing for ideas.... I cannot afford to spent weeks on the rotor.
>
> Ignacy NO9E
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