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Old Apr 17, 2010 | 10:59 AM
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I have replaced my antenna in my '78 with a new power one. The problem is it will go up but not down when the radio is turned off. Any help mould be appreciated.Thak you
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Old Apr 17, 2010 | 11:11 AM
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Make sure the relay is working. It sounds like antenna or relay. If you have a repair manual make sure the gray, green and white wires are seeing power and ground at the appropriate time. If they are then you will need a new power antenna.

Wilcox has the factory replacement
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Old Apr 17, 2010 | 02:24 PM
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See, and I just went the other way on my 80....pulled out the Delco unit, and got a fixed antenna....so I don't have to mess with any more relays than I absolutely have to! Haven't decided if I should just ****-can the old unit or sell it.

Deja
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