How do you get a ground rod to 6 feet ?

August 23rd 08, 04:58 PM posted to rec.radio.amateur.antenna

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How do you get a ground rod to 6 feet ?

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

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