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Old 22-Sep-2012, 3:27 AM   #15
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Originally Posted by trek_fool View Post
I tested the ANT751 antenna in the attic and was able to pick up all the stations listed in the above post, but decided to mount it on the eave directly above the cable box. Ran out of daylight, so I'll run the coax to the box in the morning.

Is it necessary to caulk around the lag bolts?
Calking seems like inexpensive insurance against needless water damage. I've calked every hole in my siding. Even if the hole does not pass through, it's good to keep water out of the wood... just to keep paint from peeling or blistering.

Good looking brick home.

Enjoy

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