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FIXED! Antenna Degradation

Having some odd intermittent issues with the antenna. Troubleshooting shows that it might be the balun on the Off Center Fed dipole. Working toward fixing this but it may be an issue that is pushed off toward the nicer weather of the spring.   

Had a beautiful sunny day to drop the antenna today. I found both the balun and coax connector were faulty. I believe that all is back to normal again. Thanks for your patience! :)

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