[Antennas] RE:Concrete To Use For Your Tower

Sun, 08 Sep 2002 12:00:05 -0400

...and use a higher strength mix - insist on it if you get it ready-mixed
(though some contractors won't understand why u want it just for a "lousy
base/block of cement") .  As was noted, the $$ isn't that much for a far
stronger base; think long term.  And keep it wet too (there are spray-on coats
that accomplish the same thing); concrete that dries rather than cures will be
weak and weather poorly - take a look at some sidewalks done by shyster/clueless
people.  Sakrete has a nice website for descriptions + the advice of
professional masons that show up here.

Good luck.

Tom - WA2BPE

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> Agreed!! With a crank up/foldover tower, do NOT SKIMP on the
> base!!! NO MATTER WHAT ANYONE ELSE SAYS!!! FOLLOW THE Manf instructions
> to the LETTER..or go with more than they specify...NEVER undercut your
> tower base....years later you will thank yourself for it..
> and your house roof and neighbors will too! :)
>
> Chris
> WB5ITT
> Houston
>
> Karl Kanalz wrote:
> >
> > Follow, absolutely follow, the manufacturer's specifications for that
> > concrete base, Jacqui!
> >
> > You didn't say just what kind (or brand) of tower you plan to erect, so if
> > you can provide more info, then maybe more folks on this reflector could
> > positively help.
> >
> > At the least, Jacqui, contact the manufacturer of your tower and ask them
> > their advice on what kind of tensile strength you should use.
> >
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