Doug, I don't believe that these antennas are any better at getting a signal.
 The cheap non-fully retractable ones I sell ($12) get a great signal.  Maybe
your wire has been pinched somewhere and the shielded part is touching the
center conductor.

Thanks,
Ken Wilford
John 3:16
www.vanagain.com
Phone: (856)-765-1583
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