Forgot to mention that I moved this topic to a more appropriate forum (this one) as per HNI rules AND because it should generate more views and responses (hopefully answers) for the OP.
CalHunter
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On a side note, I would think Nebraska terrain should be similar to Nomercy448's Kansas terrain and should see similar results. I know that a heavy tree canopy (like in S/W Oregon) really knocks the signal reach down.