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Old 01-26-09, 10:58 PM
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Power Antenna & Aftermarket Stereo....
I'm currently installing an aftermarket stereo and I know I need to use a relay for the power antenna..I've never done that before when installing a stereo. Can anyone tell me how to do this and what I need to buy to do it??? lol.. Thanks guys.
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Old 01-26-09, 11:12 PM
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Check out the FAQ for FC sticky thread found at the top of this section and the top of the new member technical section. In that thread it will have a diagram on how to wire a relay for using an aftermarket radio with the stock power antenna.
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So can I just buy a relay at an autoparts store that will work?
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i bought one at radioshack. They have automotive relays.
Hooked it up to my aftermarket headunit and works perfectly.
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So can I just buy a relay at an autoparts store that will work?
yep, radio shack, most autoparts stores, most auto stereo shops...
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Its a 1x1x1 cube with 4 prongs on it. It will cure the problem. It did mine great. The antenna raises when you turn your stereo on. do it! Mag
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