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The published specs for the Antennacraft U8000 and Winegard HD-8800 are very similar. Both claim forward gain of roughly 12 dB and both claim a F/B ratio of roughly 17 dB. (I'll take reliable numbers over anecdotal reports and reviews.)
Either of these panel antennas would be easy to chimney mount. Facing 135° they would offer reception of WLXI and higher. The modest F/B ratio would let WXII & WUNL in through the back of the antenna.
My only concern is the dense trees, the attenuation caused by the foliage can be significant. I would try with no amplifier to begin with. I would avoid the attic.
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If the well is dry and you don't see rain on the horizon, you'll need to dig the hole deeper. (If the antenna can't get the job done, an amp won't fix it.)
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Last edited by GroundUrMast; 5-Aug-2011 at 4:49 PM.
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