Thanks for the report and Argo capture of EAR, Garry. The helix house is surrounded by slush about 3 or 4 inches deep and extending outward from it about 20 feet. Whether that has an influence either pro or con, who knows! 73, J.B., VE3EAR LowFER Beacon "EAR" 188.830 kHz. QRSS30 EN93dr