Monthly Archives: November 2010

Fumble in SC…

I just knew we were gonna have trouble trying to tram up W7WZ’s C-31, & that proved to be the case. With only 80 feet from the tower base to the tram anchor point, we were not able to get … Continue reading

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Relaxing in the Carolinas…

Ahhhh, some much-needed peace ‘n quiet. Well, not really. Spent the morning out in Gaston County unloading & stacking/sorting the salvaged Heliax from N4HB tower takedown. Then loaded up all the 25G/45G tower sections which needed re-galvanizing & hauled it … Continue reading

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Spam, Spam, Spam, and Spam…

Despite the title, this is not an ode to Monty Python & its swell skits. It’s a sad commentary, or something like a lament, for what’s become somewhat overwhelming. This page has received or recorded nearly 5000 hits which WordPress … Continue reading

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Catching up…as usual…

Well, W2GD & I made our first trek out to Illinois last week, specifically to begin work at K9CT’s new installation. First flight with US Airways/United in many a year, & they managed to lose my bags. Luckily, they finally … Continue reading

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Rain day…

Home late last night…here’s a summary of work this roadtrip. Began with another visit to W4CYS. This time, we planned to do the “wiring” for the tower–running Heliax & control lines, then burying them back to the house, & so … Continue reading

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