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I think the C2-V is simply not enough antenna for your location, especially for the hi-vhf stations.
Were it me, I would consider a 2 antenna solution.
An AntennsDirect DB4e for UHF & an Antennacraft Y5-713 for hi-VHF, combined with a UVSJ
Both aimed at about 300-305 magnetic to start.
The y5-713 is only 5' long
That would give you an additional ~5db gain on uhf & ~4db on hi-vhf (don't forget, 3db == 2x the strength) which may just be enough to overcome the losses.
A single antenna solution would be a Winegard HD7697p, but it won't give you quite as much gain & is that 10' antenna you don't want.
I'm sure others will chime in with their recommendations too.
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