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Old Oct 9, 2003 | 04:55 PM
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Unhappy Retractable Antenna Problem

Thge only thing that does not work on my 91 RX is the antenna. I know I shouldn't complain if that is all thats wrong but, I would like to fix it. Any info on repalcement antennas and how hard they are to install would be appreciated.

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Old Oct 9, 2003 | 04:58 PM
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its pretty straight foward, just get a new motor, and pull off some carpet off the side of the trunk area and start takin the old off and the new on, its simple, i need to do mine also
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Old Oct 9, 2003 | 05:03 PM
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Thanks
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Old Oct 9, 2003 | 06:04 PM
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does the motor run but the mast does not move? is the antenna wired into the radio correctly? check these things before you buy a new motor... may not be necessary AND may not be the fix.
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Old Oct 9, 2003 | 06:27 PM
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I have the same issue, but I know that my motor runs. I've taken apart the entire unit and it's the cable from the mast that has broken. Is it actually possible to get a new mast without paying some insane price for it?
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Old Oct 9, 2003 | 07:19 PM
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I've got a motor and mast for sale (together), I took mine out awhile back because I didn't like it. Unit works fine. PM me and make me an offer.
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Old Oct 9, 2003 | 07:34 PM
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the mast is replaceable, without replacing the motor
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Old Oct 10, 2003 | 11:47 AM
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Thanks again for the info. I think I know what to do now. Or do I? Yep I do.
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Old Oct 12, 2003 | 04:56 AM
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Stock or aftermarket stereo? If it's aftermarket it may just be wired wrong.
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Old Oct 12, 2003 | 07:34 AM
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If you are sure that it is only the plastic belt that is broken it can be replaced without getting either a new mast or whole antena unit. Mazda does have the cable and the FSM has instructions how to replace.

Thats the cheapest way to go.
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Old Oct 12, 2003 | 11:45 AM
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If you are sure that it is only the plastic belt that is broken it can be replaced without getting either a new mast or whole antena unit. Mazda does have the cable and the FSM has instructions how to replace.

Thats the cheapest way to go.
The Teflon/plastic belt in the mast is part of the mast.

Just replace the whole mast. They typically are only around $20.
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Old Oct 12, 2003 | 11:46 AM
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I have the same issue, but I know that my motor runs. I've taken apart the entire unit and it's the cable from the mast that has broken. Is it actually possible to get a new mast without paying some insane price for it?
The mast is normally around $20 USD at most stereo shops or on Ebay. You need a mast for a Harada Antenna.
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