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Old Aug 9, 2014 | 03:07 AM
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Hey guys, any readily available fixed mast to power antenna conversion kits out there?

Or, is there an easy way to make the change? What is required?

I'm sure someone has done this before.

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Old Aug 9, 2014 | 05:32 PM
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I've done it to my '72 and '73. It was quite a while ago, but I think all of the major parts suppliers have the kits (I think I got mine from Ecklers).

Here's one: http://www.corvettemods.com/68-82-C3...me_p_9525.html

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I bought a generic one off EBay and made up a bracket. Works great better reception than the old fixed mast.
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I got a generic power antenna from Amazon. Nothing stock about my car so no big deal. Made a brackets to mount the bottom. Has worked every time and reception is good.
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Old Aug 10, 2014 | 09:28 AM
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Originally Posted by Domobomb
...What is required?...
Essentially a mounting bracket and a relay. The AIMs for the years the power antenna was available show installation diagrams and will give you an idea of the bracket.
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FWIW, I have a NOS aftermarket kit somewhere among my "collection" that I'll sell for 50% of MSRP plus shipping (PayPal accepted). PM with a zip code if interested, and I'll find it and make sure it's all there.

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Thanks for the info guys.

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