[OKDXA] Note from Bernie and shipping AD

[Jerry Kincade]

Looking at the manual, if shipping length must be kept under 42" including
packaging, there are three problem pieces. Bottom section is 1-1/4" x 48".
Second section is 1-1/8" x 44". Top section is 7/16" x 56". If I can locate
in my antenna tubing pile the correct sizes, making up connecting sleeves
(using stainless hose clamps and split-end sleeves) would allow each of
these sections to be cut into two pieces each. I'll see what configurations
are possible, but it would be good if someone can verify the absolute
maximum overall package length we'll be allowed to work with on this. BTW,
this antenna when assembled is just under 20' tall, with an 80 mph wind
survival rating. That wind rating would be somewhat reduced if I have to
start sectioning parts of it for shipping, although it would still be pretty
stout. It does have a mast u-bolt clamping setup at the bottom, to fit a
1-5/8" maximum OD mast.
Thanks, Jerry W5KP

----- Original Message -----
From: "Bill Clark" <w5vw@yahoo.com>
To: "DX Assn Oklahoma" <okdxa@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Friday, October 04, 2002 7:05 AM
Subject: [OKDXA] Note from Bernie and shipping AD


> Hi Bill
>
> Do not go with just DHL's quote, you should get a few
> others just to compare.
>
> In July 2002 it was $400 to get 20kg from CA to JHB
> with DHL.
>
> Send to:
>
> Bernie van der Walt
> 17 Coligny Road
> Parkwest
> Bloemfontein
> 9300
> Republic of South Africa
>
> Tel No: +27 51 444 3434
> Fax No: +27 51 444 2255
>
> I will courier it to William from here.
>
> GL
>
> Bernie, ZS4TX
>
>
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