Can my power antenna be repaired?
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Can my power antenna be repaired?
Suddenly, my power antenna stopped working. When "closed" it sticks out about 8 inches. When open, it pushes out and hands by the internal cables, scratching at my car. Can it be fixed or must I remove it and replace it? I have searched the net and this forum and have concluded that a proper replacement will be difficult to find.
Suggestions? Are there any suitable non-retracting replacements that look nice on these first generation cars?
Pete
Suggestions? Are there any suitable non-retracting replacements that look nice on these first generation cars?
Pete
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I just replaced mine with the Metra replacement. PW22 I think the model was. It wasn't that tough and it has been working now for two weeks without a problem. Just as noisy as the old one though. Do a search for PW22, you'll find the other posts.
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I'd like to replace mine with a non power rubber type, about 12"-14". Even when I manually pull the antenna up I get bad reception. Is that because there is not an actual antenna in the end of the mast? The rubber one seems to work well on my suburban. Any ideas?
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Stick with a power one. I would recommend:
https://www.rx7club.com/1st-generation-specific-1979-1985-18/another-power-antenna-alternative-pictures-790301/
https://www.rx7club.com/1st-generation-specific-1979-1985-18/another-power-antenna-alternative-pictures-790301/
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