OTA: Ontario Parts, Sales, Service, Installers

[stampeder]

Originally Posted by z0z0

I did search the links at the bottom of your post but I did not see anything about Buffalo antenna retailers.

I think you might be missing the pages of links I provided into the entire OTA Forum, which definitely contains a thread devoted to OTA Equipment & Gear, and which definitely contains posts about Buffalo suppliers...

BTW thanks for sharing that great quote from the ebay guy, who clearly knows what we know about the CM4228 winning hands down over the AD DB-8.

[z0z0]

I went to
+++>>> READ THIS BEFORE Posting In The OTA Forum !!! <<<+++
http://www.digitalhomecanada.com/for...ad.php?t=27994
Nothing about Buffalo dealers

OTA Equipment Dealers, Sources & Installers
http://www.digitalhomecanada.com/for...ad.php?t=23984
Post #38 - http://www.richantenna.com/ link is dead
Post #44 - "Rich" is mentioned but no other info about Rich is given

[stampeder]

Try PMing the folks that posted those to find out their information. Here's another starting point I found using Google:

http://buffalo.mypages.com/electroni...ctronicsupply/

Also bear in mind that we have Canadian small OTA business owners that come here and are most helpful and eager to help you get the best reception and keep your dollars in Canada. http://www.cfib.ca/

[z0z0]

Thanks for the Buffalo link. It is great learning from you.

I would prefer to shop in Canada but from what I read here no-one has the AD Lacrosse Amplified model. That is why I would go to buffalo.

I just wish that Canadian small business OTA providers would have better prices - I don't understand why a us$60 antenna - at retail in Buffalo - would cost up to cdn$140 here in Southern Ontario.

[tataynik]

The only dealer that I know in WNY is the same guy that sells the CM4228 on fleebay, rwantenna in Lockport NY I think. I am not sure if he carries AD stuff. He sells the 4228 for US$60 plus NY sales tax plus GST at the border plus gas. I was thinking of driving down to get one but for a few dollars more and a shorter drive I got my antenna with less hassle. (pm yaamon )
I finally decided on a CM4221 and I am quite pleased with the performance. I get most TO & BUF stations with no rotator (still on its temporary install 2nd floor window). Since you are in Mississaga, you may want to try this set-up first. Just my 2 cents.

[stampeder]

From another thread:

Originally Posted by HDTV101

This guy's been around a long time and is well known and a pro installer.

AF Marsh Antenna Service Ltd
905-454-2888
Brampton, ON

INSTALLATION & REPAIRS
ANTENNAS & ROTORS
EMERGENCY WORK ...

[DonnieW]

Nutech Electronics out of Hamilton and St.Catharines has my vote for great customer service as well as availability of parts. In my case, I've been trying to get a 4228 and rotator installed. After trying two GTA installers, both said they couldn't do the install because the rotators were out of stock and back-ordered.

In desperation I decided to give Nutech (after referencing this thread for dealers) a call. Living in north Brampton I'm 45 minutes away from East Hamilton, however, its comparatively the same time away from the much closer North York or Scarborough installers I had called. Nutech had lots of rotators in stock. They also had the little stuff like grounding blocks, wires, connectors, etc... They even threw in some free ground wire just to make sure it is installed safely. I also had the opportunity to see the basement where I noticed lots of stands, tripods and towers (probably gathering dust... can you say 180' escarpment or Hamilton 'mountain'). Anyways, great service and stock and a good GTA alternative.

[HQS]

Hello Folks...

I was at Nutech last week and asked about the 4248. They said they do not carry Channel Master Antenna's, and special order's wouldn't be worth it. They do carry Wade-Delphi, but the prices are what's the killer.

I would suggest utilizing the UPS route for obtaining the 4248 in the US and declaring it upon entry. As mentioned, depending on the value, they will generally let you by with no issue's. I'm in the process of ordering a 4248 and having it shipped to a buddys place in NF/NY. I quick hop,skip & jump over the ditch for some Pizza / Wings / Bucket of splits from Sammy's. Pick everything up in one shot....

Does anyone have any good solid advice on a awesome VHF Antenna from Wade-Delhi?. I would like something in the deep zone..with lot's of gain.

Thanks in advance,

HQS

[dsspredator]

Originally Posted by HQS

Hello Folks...

I was at Nutech last week and asked about the 4248.

Go to Skyway Electronics on Bunting road. I got my 4228 there 3 weeks ago. If they are out of stock, they can order one for you.

[HQS]

Thanks for the reply. I gave them a call and they want 110 bucks for it. I have already order my unit today from the States for 39.99 U.S. Plan to have it shipped to the buds place and then I will drive over and pick it up. Declaration should be about 20 bucks in fees so that would put me under 50.00 bucks. I consider that a great savings!!.

For those of you living near the border, it may be worth it for you to ship to a UPS centre in NF and do the same.

P.S.... What rotor do you guys suggest I use on this Antenna??

Thanks folks!!

HQS

[stampeder]

HQS:

Just to clarify, are you talking about the Channel Master 4228 or the 4248? These are different products. The 4228 is an eight-bay bowtie reflector UHF antenna, while the 4248 is a corner reflector yagi UHF antenna.

[HQS]

Just to clarify it is the 4228 8-Bay UHF.

Any idea's on what type of motor?

HQS

[026163]

could somebody help me get the best deal on an 8-bay bowtie antenna, I live near Smithville, Ontario on the Niagara Escarpment.

I don't mind driving to Hamilton, and i guess if I could save money, I'd drive to Buffalo NY. I thought the CM4228 seemed like the best antenna for me, but if theres a similar antenna I can get for a better deal, thats fine too.

thanks

[gmark2000]

For my CM4228, I paid US$69.95 (taxes in) to Rich in Lockport, NY. I went down and picked it up myself. I didn't pay extra PST or GST at the border but your mileage may vary with Canada Customs.

[dsspredator]

Originally Posted by 026163

could somebody help me get the best deal on an 8-bay bowtie antenna, I live near Smithville, Ontario on the Niagara Escarpment.

I don't mind driving to Hamilton, and i guess if I could save money, I'd drive to Buffalo NY. I thought the CM4228 seemed like the best antenna for me, but if theres a similar antenna I can get for a better deal, thats fine too.

thanks

Call Skyway Electronics in St Catharines.