86 radio reception
05-05-2003, 07:19 PM
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86 radio reception
I have a Bose. My later model cars and trucks have much better FM reception. Do these older radios have bad reception? If I replace, will the reception improve or is it a Vett thing? :auto:
05-05-2003, 08:41 PM
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Re: 86 radio reception (VetteNoob)
My '88 coupe with the bose has poor reception also. Modern radios have MUCH better capabilities than the ones ~15 years ago :cheers:
Hey noobster :seeya
Hey noobster :seeya
05-05-2003, 11:23 PM
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Re: 86 radio reception (hngacurv)
Actually I think the issue is the antenna. It is a really poor design. I replaced my electric antenna with a black whip that looks just like the C5 antennas. Reception on my stock 85 radio is just fine now. Got the antenna off another Chevy at the junk yard for $5. :thumbs:
05-05-2003, 11:33 PM
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Re: 86 radio reception (bikerski)
my 87 has the Bose system. FM is OK but AM is really bad!!!! Actually the whole system leaves a lot to be desired. I don't think Mr. Bose can be very proud of the much touted Delco/Bose car audio system! And it was an expensive option!
Sting Ry :cheers: :chevy
Sting Ry :cheers: :chevy
05-05-2003, 11:42 PM
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Re: 86 radio reception (sting ry)
Has anyone tried that antenea upgrade they always show in Ecklers? My reception always sucked but I assumed it was because my antenea hasn't gone up since I got married---oops--I mean since I've owned the car. :D