Topband: Orientation of a 160 meter receive loop?

[James Rodenkirch]

I have a 160 meter rcv loop - kc2tx product - I want to employ this season.

I don't have a lot of band noise here in s/w Utah and don't want to bother with a rotor so....can I mount the loop in a horizontal configuration and expect some improvement in rcv signal strength? I seem to recall Tom, W8JI, cautioning me to ensure I have the loop perfectly level. I do have a kd9sv preamp to employ and the Zo at the antenna is 50 ohms (verified on my Autek ant analyzer) so I can use 50 coax for the feedline.

Thanks, in advance for any 'advice' or reaffirmation I am on solid` ground here.

72 de Jim Rodenkirch K9JWV