[Martin Malley]

I was afraid someone would say something like that. I tried to weather-proof the connection with tape (lame, I know). The biggest problem is there is no way to reach the connection without removing the antenna. That's going to be a bit tricky.

Just to be clear: the matching transformer is the tube with the leads coming out that connect to the antenna on one end, with the coax connection on the other. How do I find a new one will that match my existing antenna if I'm not sure of the exact make and model?

Is there anything I should do to weather proof the leads attaching to the antenna?

Can I run wires from the antenna to the top of the tower and have the transformer there so I can replace it, if need be, in a couple of years without having to take the antenna off the post?

Should I get a new grounding block where the cable enters the house? I know one side of the block was oxidized. How can I weather proof that or is there one built for outdoors?

Thanks again for the help and advice.