1980 Power Antenna
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From: Augusta GA
1980 Power Antenna
I've given up on the factory antenna. Tried it all-NOS replacement, aftermarket replacement,replaced ribbon several times.
Anyone used a Metra replacement? If so how about model number and results?
Anyone used a Metra replacement? If so how about model number and results?
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From: Jeffersonville Indiana 812-288-7103
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The so called reproduction antenna's in my humble opinion.... suck...
We use p/n
CK-PW22 for a replacement.
Willcox
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I used to own a Cadillac for quite a few years which used the same antenna as the 80's Corvettes. I replaced several masts over the years, had it apart a number of times. The nylon stem on the mast typically would break at the "J-hook". But they lasted several years each time I replaced the mast, which I didn't think was too bad considering it was a DD, I was doing sales on the road, and the mast was going up/down, maybe a dozen times a day.
Can I ask what specific issues you (OP) have been having with the 'rebuilt' units failing? Is yours the CB version?
Can I ask what specific issues you (OP) have been having with the 'rebuilt' units failing? Is yours the CB version?
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From: Kentucky
I replaced my antenna on my 1980 cant remember where I bought it but most likely Ecklers or Willcox. Found relay to be bad and once it was replace and I found out how to make the connection behind the rear speaker all I had to do was connect it to the blue wire on my radio plug. Thus far it is working fine.
