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Old Feb 25, 2006 | 06:04 PM
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hi im new to this corvette stuff got 1985 need to replace power ant. how do i get to it thanks john
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Old Feb 25, 2006 | 06:53 PM
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Take off the drivers side rear wheel. Remove the inner wheel well. And you will see the antenna bolted in place with a bracket. disconnect that. You will also have to follow the line going into the rear comparment in the car and disconnect that also. Should be under the carpet. Not hard at all.
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Old Feb 25, 2006 | 07:26 PM
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sounds about right. This was one of my first projects on my 91. If I remember correctly I installed an aftermarket antenna for about $50. It also helps if you have skinny arms.
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John: Are you replacing the entire unit or just the ribbon/mast assembly? Either way, you should remove the power unit. The ribbon/mast is not expensive and this solves most problems. I can scan this page from my 89 Helms manual and email to you if you wish.
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Old Feb 26, 2006 | 12:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Sam Lam
John: Are you replacing the entire unit or just the ribbon/mast assembly? Either way, you should remove the power unit. The ribbon/mast is not expensive and this solves most problems. I can scan this page from my 89 Helms manual and email to you if you wish.
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thank guys
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http://members.shaw.ca/agent86/Power%20Antenna.pdf
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Old Feb 26, 2006 | 08:30 PM
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My antenna goes up fine but won't go down all the way.
The last small segment stays up.
Is there a simple cure for this or do I have to
buy/install new mast?

Where do I buy a kit or mast.
I have a '93 vert.
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Craig
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Originally Posted by Craig's Polo '93
My antenna goes up fine but won't go down all the way.
The last small segment stays up.
Is there a simple cure for this or do I have to
buy/install new mast?

Where do I buy a kit or mast.
I have a '93 vert.
Thanks,
Craig
GM has a replacement mast. Nylon ribbon with finial end of antenna
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Try just replacing the mast first. If your motor runs when you turn your radio on and off, you know the motor is still good. If if you have a broken section of the old mast ribbon lodged inside your motor, you'll have to remove the entire unit for servicing.
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