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Old August 24th 08, 12:52 AM posted to rec.radio.amateur.antenna
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Default How do you get a ground rod to 6 feet ?

On Sat, 23 Aug 2008 10:58:19 -0500, Dave Lemper wrote:

The soil in central Texas is called Caliche with a lot of clay,
CaCO3 & shale. Attempting to drive in a ground rod
yielded only a mushroom on top & blisters on me.
Local tool rental place has concrete bits, but maximum
length of 18 inches. Possibly longer bits are available in
a larger city.

Renting a back hoe is out.
Any suggestions appreciated.
Dave WB3DWE


I would find out how local electricians do it. They have to meet code.
John Ferrell W8CCW