[Charles]

It has been a few days since I created the post above, let me add another thought and then see if someone jumps in. I am a novice when it comes to antenna reception, but I am aware that small changes can affect reception. One of my concerns is that adding any kind of repair material might negatively affect reception. I am approximately 35 to 45 miles from the stations that I need to pull in, is it possible that any alterations that I make to the antenna might cause a problem with reception.

I'm at an age now where I am no longer allowed to climb up on the roof, any antenna work will involve a service call. I would much prefer to limit it to one service call, either to repair it, or to replace it.