[Antennas] TOWER MAINTENANCE

[Jack Painter]

> I have a 30 year old Rohn tower.  I got it for free if I took it down
> myself, which I did.  The top sections were pretty weathered with some
rust
> visible.  Before I put it up again, I wire-brushed the whole thing (it's
> only 40 feet), and painted it with Rustoleum.  Now it's time to knock off
> the rust again, but I'm looking for "the right way" to do this.  Should I
> get out the wire brush again?  This time I'll have to knock of the paint
and
> the rust.  Or should I use paint stripper first?  How about sandblasting?
> Or using Naval Jelly, or Rust Neutralizer (polymerizes the rust).  Any
> suggestions for the top coat?  Rustoleum?  Epoxy paint?  I welcome all
> suggestions, and I suspect I'm not the only one interested in your
> experiences.
>
> Tnx es 73,
> ed - k9ew

Sorry Ed, it sounds like the dump for that. It doesn't owe you any money!

Jack