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Old 04-23-2015, 10:51 AM
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Hi,
I am looking for an original radio with 8-track or cassette player.
Not a C/B for our '78 Pace Car.
Also need a power antenna and a quartz clock.
Thanks for your help.
Dave
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I have a couple of new replacement Delco antennas from back in the day if interested
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I have two of these(this is an old photo I had, I'll get you an actual photo if interested). Correct style for 78s. Both NOS. Both have been checked over and a new nylon cable installed in place of the 30+ year old original.
Both have my fabricated upper bracket as shown on the CB antenna on the right. Usually a NOS antenna comes without that bracket.
$250 each.
I assume your original harnesses are in place
But seeing as you have a low mile original Pace Car, why not repair your existing antenna(if still in place). Usually just the nylon cord that pushes it up and down. PM me for info.

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Hello,
You're right about replacing the nylon cable but I have not
seen a source for 1978 antennas.
I have seen replacements for 79 - 82.
Would this work?
Is the '78 a one year wonder?
Thanks,
Dave
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The 79-82 nylon cables will work.
Remove the hook and toss the seals. For best results I like to straighten the hook, cut off the steep bend, and pull the nylon cable out. Gives a little extra length.
Remove the piece shown in the pic.
I've found lately(quality control?)the crimp between the nylon cable and the mast section needs a little fine tuning with a small hammer if it binds when inserted into the other mast section.

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