Well, I did go back to those dipole antennae, and they're still active! In fact there are 3, but they aren't from a broadcast station, but a very fancy ham station. Furthermore, the place is for sale as well, so the person has moved on, or passed away. The poles are not very old, and at least 2 times higher than the power lines. Hard to believe that the power authority would allow two of them to cross the power lines! The lead in, instead of being tied to the guard rail, actually continues via coax underground. I couldn't follow it any further than into a ravine. Interesting, but obviously beyond the scope of my exploration! Last day in Rarotonga, so I'll be on my way home tonight. 73 to all! Walt PS: MW conditions for the past 2 nights have not been good. The many distant stations were no where to be heard lately. _______________________________________________ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca
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