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Old 03-12-2018, 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by chega46 View Post
I installed a WA 2608 antenna - just like the ones I see on many houses here in Silver Lake. I had it up 18 feet up and reception was very intermittent - could not get Channel 9 during the day. Was going to try the 8008 antenna but instead raised my 2608 another 6 feet...What a difference. Picture cable quality and Channel 9 perfect... The pole I use is chain link fence top rail -10 foot sections. Chuck at 641 Rainbow Blvd.
If i was you i may use PVC schedule 80.
You just made a nice lightning rod, Yikkies
Your TV's will get the hit through the Coaxial Cable.
BOOM goes the TV