Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
With the mast (tower… yes, I know 😄) down at the moment, this is a relaxed walk-through of what's changing and why.
I go through the move from lorry rope to Dyneema guys, proper swivels and shackles, upgraded mast couplers, improved bearings, and preparations for fitting the GS-2800 without abusing the rotator. You’ll also see the falling-derrick geometry, winch setup, guy tensioning, and why accuracy in anchor placement matters more than brute force.
Nothing rushed, nothing dramatic - just explaining the thinking behind a very economical 60-ft (approx) guyed structure that can safely go up and down, ready for CQ WPX in March.
As always, there are many ways to skin this cat - this is simply how I’m doing it.
Enjoy your radio, stay warm, and thanks for watching.
Callum.
With the mast (tower… yes, I know 😄) down at the moment, this is a relaxed walk-through of what's changing and why.
I go through the move from lorry rope to Dyneema guys, proper swivels and shackles, upgraded mast couplers, improved bearings, and preparations for fitting the GS-2800 without abusing the rotator. You’ll also see the falling-derrick geometry, winch setup, guy tensioning, and why accuracy in anchor placement matters more than brute force.
Nothing rushed, nothing dramatic - just explaining the thinking behind a very economical 60-ft (approx) guyed structure that can safely go up and down, ready for CQ WPX in March.
As always, there are many ways to skin this cat - this is simply how I’m doing it.
Enjoy your radio, stay warm, and thanks for watching.
Callum.
