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Message: [QUOTE="SWHouston, post: 85203, member: 4580"]Tanith,I do apologize for "re" stating things like direction.  Often times we say things, and until someone actually comes out with a specific number, there is a little doubt.  Glad you didn't take that wrong.Antenna age...To a point.  Depends on how much corrosion occurs.  Many times, one can go up to the Antenna, swing the Rods in and out (refresh the contacts) just look at it closely and make sure things aren't loose.But, you did say it had been up a while.Any component can age, and there's a thing called a "Balun" up there, which converts the Antenna where it can be used with Coaxial Cable that may be getting a little weak.  IF you were to change it out, one would be wise to replace the Coaxial Cable at that time as well.  That can make a considerable difference in reception.[/QUOTE]