And... I should have read the rest of the thread before replying!
Dang Digest Mode! Apologies to all! Louis - K1STX --- In [email protected], "Louis" <k1...@...> wrote: > > 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 >
