Power Antenna Replacement
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Racer
Joined: Jun 2007
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From: Holbrook NY
Power Antenna Replacement
Guys, I tried doing a search for this but how can I replace my non functional power antenna with a fixed mass unit?
I originally thought that the FRC's came with a fixed antenna... Not mine.
Please point me in the right direction. Stuff like this drives me crazy.
Thanks
I originally thought that the FRC's came with a fixed antenna... Not mine.
Please point me in the right direction. Stuff like this drives me crazy.
Thanks
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2014
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From: Kelowna BC
The replacement mast is available from several sources, one being Mid America. The base that it mounts to is another issue altogether. I suspect it is NLA from GM but I might be wrong. Could try a salvage yard or Marc at Vettenuts. They have a website:
https://www.vettenuts.net/
I think the Z06 was exactly the same in that it came with the fixed mast from the factory...
https://www.vettenuts.net/
I think the Z06 was exactly the same in that it came with the fixed mast from the factory...
Melting Slicks
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From: Conyers Georgia
Melting Slicks
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From: Havre de Grace Maryland
After you replace/fix the antenna, you may want to consider doing this:
Wireless switch for power antenna - CorvetteForum - Chevrolet Corvette Forum Discussion
After install, I found the radio works just fine in the down position when in non rural areas and it stops the antenna from going up when playing CD's.
Wireless switch for power antenna - CorvetteForum - Chevrolet Corvette Forum Discussion
After install, I found the radio works just fine in the down position when in non rural areas and it stops the antenna from going up when playing CD's.
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From: North DFW
My antenna started to stick, and I found out you can drill the fastener points on the antenna case, and get to the mechanism. It's really simple, and I found mine was nasty chunky dirty inside. Cleaned it, new lithium grease, reassembled with screws to replace the drilled plastic fastener points, and it works like a champ. Enough dirt in the mechanism will jam the mast, even ff the motor runs.... You access it through the rear taillight holes. Best of luck...
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Drifting
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I can’t say I care listen to anything I need an antenna for. No more talk or commercials.
I have Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth so I get better music and Nav and the OE antenna is unplugged. Kind of like ashtrays. It’s there but not needed anymore
I have Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth so I get better music and Nav and the OE antenna is unplugged. Kind of like ashtrays. It’s there but not needed anymore
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