[Mike38261]

Thanks for the input, I do have a 9521a that I have not installed yet (waiting on permanent mast) and I was worried about the immense size of the 3020 causing rotor failure. I will definitely be purchasing the thrust bearing.

So the 91xXG and Y10713 would give me better antenna gain? I have always read that separate vhf/uhf antennas would give better results. I am going with your advice and getting my height and placement first, then I will go from there.

I always knew preamps helped with signal loss in coax and distribution, but I always thought they helped amplify some of those distant, weaker signals out of the negative nm range....am I mistaken?

Also surprised to hear of some of the most suggested equipment being available from RadioShack. I know they have a bad rep w/ some folks.

Tonight I am pulling in all Memphis channels (100 miles) without dropouts, hopefully going up higher with the mast and freeing obstructions will help w/ daytime reception.