Will this antenna stand up to Harris hawks sitting on the elements?
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I believe large birds should be OK on this antenna. Don't know how you would keep them off if they wanted to be there anyway!
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I don't know the answer to that question, as I have not noticed birds of any type perched on my antenna. I did not install the antenna myself.
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None of the metal parts are galvanized or stainless, but the metal is polished, so it'll look good for a while. The bolts, wingnuts & C-clamp are standard size; replacing them , if necessary, shouldn't be a problem. I've only had this antenna for about 4 months - no clue how it'll hold up over time.
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As best I remember the cord/ cable was weather resistant like cable tv coaxial cable. the 2 antennas that came with the item were space age plastic so weather resistant but I also tried a Wilson brand antenna. all items sort of worked but if trees or buildings are in the way the signal is greatly reduced so even though I got a few bars when I had none i still sent the items back my area is in a valley with trees and hard to get a good signal.
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In general, yes. But the big question will be reception. If you have a roof antenna and are near a big city, you should be fine. If you're trying to use a set top antenna it's iffy.
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If the radio has NOAA capability, it will do fine. The NOAA channels put out enough power to overcome the poor antenna match. I installed several of the original NOAA systems in Idaho, and you could receive them with minimal antenna.
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This antenna is very sturdy. I believe that it should be able to hold an 18 lb antenna. Not sure what the windspeed would cause it to fail.
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I have a large outdoor type antenna in my attic. It works wonderfully well.
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Sure. For use as an inverted V, erect the Windom antenna at 40 feet above ground, with each leg tapering to approximately 8 to 10 feet above ground. Support the ends out of reach of human or animals,with the ends having a fall from the apex of 60 degrees. Works great for me.
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Yes it will as long as the pole it is on will hold up. It's a big antenna so it does catch the wind. It is built very well and strong. We get hit with the Santa Ana winds here they had no effect on the antenna.
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Hello,I installed mine over a year ago and it works amazing up here in the mountains even with a steel building. I have 5 bars on my phone through out my 7,000 sq ft structure. As I remember I had to call Wilson and ask which antenna would be best for my system. I purchased whatever they told me to get...and it works awesome. If you are wondering...definitely call Wilson for your particular installation and location.
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Both of my sons have successfully installed their antennas in the attic. We have a newer roof with a radiant barrier, and that is a no-go. We tried to put ours in out attic, but the radiant barrier material interferes with the signal. The Orca is small enough not to be a distraction in the landscape, and we get a very good signal, through heavy woods, many miles from the origin of the signal.
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Hi James we get a lot of wind here to in west virgina we live on top of ridge. Its a big antenna and catches a lot of wind but so far its done great. One thing I suggest is using two inch mast pipe thu. I used inch and quarter and the wind bent it some but stayed up. I'm changing mine to two inch in spring. I live 50 100 miles to stations and I regularly get 30 to 37 channels. FREE You SHOULD INJOY IT
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Hi Dave, This antenna maybe weatherproof but not waterproof. It's designed for indoor use, it just won't last as long outside. Hope this helps.Phil
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Probably not. My house sits kind of low with trees on side that it points toward. I got better reception in the winter when leaves were off trees and when I first got this antennae. I also have a hill with trees that is higher in elevation that causes issues. Picture will freeze and sound goes out a lot when trees are moving in the wind. Reception was definitely better the first 6 months I had this antennae. Hope this helps.
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I'm not sure how well it picks up weather band. But any CB antenna will work for any CB unless it's a piece of crap, but Firestiks are great.
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in my experience with this antenna, the signals must be very strong to copy them. i have not used it that much on those bands, maybe only a few times to see. its not a dipole up at 30 ft and will not perform like one. but, its better than the stock antenna, esp if you run it outside. the main thing is its portability. you could get a 100 ft long wife and it will do better. but, its not as convenient as this, esp for air travel. N5XTC
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It depends on the windload of the antenna you are putting on it. You could use guy wires for more strength.