[HCARC] Drilling Holes For Guy Wire Anchors

[Gary and Arlene Johnson]

 OK Guys - I have a BIG DeWalt Drill that I guarantee unless you have SOLID 
FLINT will drill a hole with either of my bits (3/4"x 36", and 24"x 1 5/8") 
through solid Hill Country Limestone in a matter of minutes, regardless of 
water or whatever you want to put in the hole.  In less than 2 minutes per 
hole at Harvey V's house we drilled limestone holes 3/4" in diameter 36 
inches deep.  The larger bit I have for the drill is 1 5/8"  and can go down 
approx 24 inches.  All I need from you is a source of electricity - 
generator will do.  With this drill you put your hole where you want it vs 
where the rock allows you to put it.  I normally drill holes for people as 
if the bit hangs up and you don't let go of the drill, it WILL BREAK YOUR 
WRISTS or arm and I choose not to be responsible for others being hurt.

 Gary J
 N5BAA
 HCARC Secretary (2013)

> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Lee Besing" <lee at besing.com>
> To: <HCarc at mailman.qth.net>
> Sent: Saturday, November 24, 2012 2:44 PM
> Subject: Re: [HCARC] Vertical Antenna Guy Lines
>
>
>> Recommend considering some pre-event preparation, if the soil is hard 
>> where you want the anchors.  I.e. trickle water the areas to soften the 
>> top portion of the soil for a few days prior to drilling.
>>
>> Of course,  I presume that the location of any potential underground 
>> utilities is known to the owner as well. I had local utility company come 
>> out and mark my backyard, and that's what told me I didn't have room for 
>> my GAP Titan antenna.
>>
>> I know some hams that use the technique with a water hose into the hole, 
>> while using a Hammer Jack impact drill on a grounding rod to force it in. 
>> The combination of the water & the pounding / twisting action eventually 
>> got it all way down into the ground.
>>
>>
>> Lee Besing, N5NTG
>> 210-771-7075 ( voice/text)
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Gary and Arlene Johnson <qltfnish at omniglobal.net>
>> To: HCarc at mailman.qth.net
>> Sent: Sat, 24 Nov 2012 11:07 AM
>> Subject: [HCARC] Vertical Antenna Guy Lines
>>
>> Gale Heise showed me some really neat Kevlar guy lines he uses on his 
>> antennas.  Seems like a great idea - no rust, sun proof.  I didn't ask 
>> him what he uses for the anchor/stake on the earth side of the guy line. 
>> Is there a particular type of stake, concrete block buried, screw stake 
>> like for tying up dogs, or what???
>>
>> With my BIG DRILL that is 24 inches long and drills holes 1 5/8" in 
>> diameter, putting in sections of T-posts at the proper angle with minimal 
>> effort might be the best idea.  In fact, next week when the installation 
>> of the Gap Voyager antenna happens, I can bring both my drill with the 
>> big bit and with the 36 inch 3/4" bit to the party.  I can also bring my 
>> metal but off circular saw to cut metal posts/tubing as desired.
>>
>> Gary J
>> N5BAA
>> HCARC Secretary (2013)
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