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Originally Posted by tommybitt
I will run a #8 ground wire from antenna mast to the ground wire that runs from service panel > through the wall> into the ground. And connect coax to same pre-existing ground wire with grounding block. Is this acceptable or must I dig up ground rod and connect directly to rod? and...can i run coax alongside of #8 ground wire from antenna to ground rod wire? I'm guessing there won't/shouldn't be any reception issues as the coax is shielded.
Thanks for your help.
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You don't need to dig the ground rod up. A split bolt connector can be placed over the existing ground wire (so there is no need to cut, splice or disturb the existing ground system).
Yes you can run the coax next to the ground wire. As you say, the coax shield will do it's job.