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Challenge pump

Posted: Fri Jan 28, 2022 8:35 am
by Wayne
Is there any Challenge pumps out there? Getting ready to install a Dandy at Pioneer Village in Corsicana. Would like to put a Challenge pump under it if I can find one.

Re: Challenge pump

Posted: Fri Jan 28, 2022 8:49 am
by windybob
I installed a DANDY in a town square display some years ago. Will post pictures. I don't think I have a Challenge pump, not sure.

Re: Challenge pump

Posted: Sat Jan 29, 2022 8:30 am
by Wayne
Thanks! I'm trying to work out the install. There is a fence between where it will be unloaded and where it will set. Have you ever picked tower and head up as one unit?

Re: Challenge pump

Posted: Sat Jan 29, 2022 9:32 am
by Windcatcher530 Dan
Wayne i have raised windmills with tower and lowered them also with out a problem. Just be smart and over cautious.

Re: Challenge pump

Posted: Sat Jan 29, 2022 9:38 am
by windybob
All the time Wayne.

Re: Challenge pump

Posted: Sat Jan 29, 2022 9:47 am
by Windcatcher530 Dan
Also make sure the mast clamp is secure

Re: Challenge pump

Posted: Sat Jan 29, 2022 5:52 pm
by mtblah
Mine was installed all together last spring .
Company had overkill on crane .

Re: Challenge pump

Posted: Sun Jan 30, 2022 8:00 am
by Wayne
Since the Dandy head just sets on the tower how do you rig up so you pick up the tower and head together. Here is a picture of my strap going under the top casting. Would it and the eight 3/8 bolts be strong enough to pick it all up? The tower is 20ft. The wheel and vane will be on it.

Re: Challenge pump

Posted: Sun Jan 30, 2022 8:28 am
by windybob
That looks like a good idea. It should work.

Re: Challenge pump

Posted: Sun Jan 30, 2022 8:32 am
by mtblah
straps are always good .
should be a good lift .