Michael J wrote:
Hi
I been looking for the tv push masts that I used to use for supporting
my dipoles when I was younger. I used to get the fifty foot one stick
a ten foot top section and guy for a decent 80 meter suport system.I
can find anything that is above thirty feet with the loss of tv
antennas to direct and cable . Any sources or other good ideas for
this. I really do not want to buy a tower for this espically as I had
used several for different antennas. Maybe someone has done some
groundwork on using steel or aluminium tubing? Thanks
--
Michael J

Hi Mike, Since an 80 meter dipole needs 130' of space, can you find a
high tree for one support? The push-up masts that are currently
available are in the 30' range, and will not get you up 60'.
Are you sure you need a full size dipole up 60'? Consider an
inverted vee up 60' at apex, needs one support. Ends drooping down
30-20'. I have used this configuration many times, works well.
QST published an article on a tower based on 2 X 4 lumber, and I seem
to remember articles on irragation piping used for supports. Good
Luck.
Gary N4AST