Interesting, this looks like one of those Hams/bash-hams discussions that is not suppose to take place on this forum!
Yes, I will agree their are those that cause havoc with a tower site owner, or other lessors, but the number is minor compared to those Amateur Radio installs that are done properly and well maintained. Let's hope you never need the services of a Amateur Radio Operator during a disaster, when the so-called Professional Installs have failed for one reason or another. The next step would be, to consult the tower owner and found out what criteria he/she/they required when allowing the Amateur repeater be installed. You may find, that the hardline that was run up the middle of the tower, was already there, and unused, and the tower owner said, sure, you can use it. Some tower owners require a professional bonded tower climber to do the work, and the culprit may lie there. Bashing all Hams because of something that you feel is inadequate really is uncalled for! Have a great day! Louis Upton - K1STX
