[mythtv-users] Reconnecting an old antenna

[Josh White]

Sweet.  Sounds like you're all set then.  Good luck!

On Dec 21, 2007 9:18 AM, Marc Sherman <msherman at projectile.ca> wrote:

> Josh White wrote:
> > I'm not sure that's a better idea. If you knock the tower over because
> of
> > the side load you're introducing, you're no better off than if you had
> > climbed it in the first place.  A tall tower will be much stronger in a
> > vertical loading condition than a side loading condition.  If you do use
> the
> > ladder, you should still check the guy wires (assuming they exist) to be
> > sure they are sound.  They are what will be supporting you if you do use
> a
> > ladder.  If you do use a ladder, keep it as vertical as you can to
> minimize
> > the side load at the top.  If you're unsure, tear it down and put
> something
> > up you can work on confidently.
>
> The ladder will be leaning on the house, not the tower. The only weight
> I plan to apply to the tower is the screwdriver.
>
> - Marc
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