Electric pop up antenna for FM

[Dale .D]

Hello .Investigating putting in some tunes.The original antenae is only am . want to put in an automatic am fm teliscoping antenae. One that only comes up when the radio is turned on. also into any other suggestions but I don't want a permanant antenae up all the time . takes away from the lines.Does OGTS have any .Any advice would be great . Thanks Dale

[namba209]

Check out your local auto parts store, they probably have a universal electric antenna that will bolt right in place of the original antenna. BTW, the original antenna will also pick up FM stations too.

[wrench459]

how about an antenna on the inside like so While we find your parts, please enter your ZIP Code at PartsAmerica.com
I've got one and it has surprising good reception

[2 Fast 4 U]

Originally Posted by wrench459 how about an antenna on the inside like so While we find your parts, please enter your ZIP Code at PartsAmerica.com I've got one and it has surprising good reception

They are OK, the only problem is they have to be sticked to a window for good reception, and washing the window is a pain.
I have a electrical one that comes out when the radio is on, the normal installation spot is in the right side front fender near the window, but because I don't like that spot [ because of dirt and water on the antenna casing], I mounted it on the left back fender, this way the motor housing and electrical connections can't get dirty and it is very accessible

[Dale .D]

Originally Posted by namba209 Check out your local auto parts store, they probably have a universal electric antenna that will bolt right in place of the original antenna. BTW, the original antenna will also pick up FM stations too.

Thanks Mr 209. I just Assumed that the antenna was only am since the radio was only am.Might just hook that up for now then & get the electric one later.Also I'm installing the am,fm cd deck on the angle down the right side where the tranny is , which would be near the left leg of the passenger.My steareo people said the cd will work fine on the angle. It will be mounted simply with a under dash mounting bracket. Metal frame but covered in the same plastic as the center console is made of. Has anyone done this before??Thanks again guys & girls

[namba209]

Originally Posted by 2 Fast 4 U I have a electrical one that comes out when the radio is on, the normal installation spot is in the right side front fender near the window, but because I don't like that spot [ because of dirt and water on the antenna casing], I mounted it on the left back fender, this way the motor housing and electrical connections can't get dirty and it is very accessible

I put my electrical antenna in the original spot, right front fender, then when I did the restore on Willit?, I moved it to the left rear, also. Had to run an antenna cable extension along with the power/control wires back to the antenna location. fairly easy, but after the car was reassembled, access is only through the rear lite holes.

[Dale .D]

Originally Posted by Dale .D Hello .Investigating putting in some tunes.The original antenae is only am . want to put in an automatic am fm teliscoping antenae. One that only comes up when the radio is turned on. also into any other suggestions but I don't want a permanant antenae up all the time . takes away from the lines.Does OGTS have any .Any advice would be great . Thanks Dale

Also does anyone know the max width & length the electric ant can be . If I buy one I don't want to get one to long or wide . Thanks again eh!!

[BQS4]

If you buy one on-line, the product description should tell you how high the antenna goes up. If you get one from a local store, the box should tell you the same, but, for good FM reception, most audio mags/shops say 32" is ideal

[BQS4]

I should have added in my last post that I too have the same antenna as wrench459 has in the inside of the hatch on my Sportwagon. He didn't mention that this is an amplified antenna, which really pulls in the signal. Some of the "pop up" or power antennas have amps in them. If you live in a remote area, this is an excellent option to lookinto.

[CDN OpelNut]

I've got an auto antenae from a wrecker for about $20. I think it was from a 240. It fit nicely into the rear quarter cavity and has worked flawlessly.

[namba209]

One thing to be aware of, the radio is what determines whether the antenna goes down or stays up when playing other than the radio, ie., a CD or tape. Just something to think about.

[opelwasp]

My GT had the motor antenna installed on the drivers rear panel. Looks much better IMHO, more aerodynamic.

[Dale .D]

Originally Posted by namba209 One thing to be aware of, the radio is what determines whether the antenna goes down or stays up when playing other than the radio, ie., a CD or tape. Just something to think about.

Good point. I'll check with the people putting it in . Might have to put the antenna on a switch.I'll probably stick with the same location . Can't see putting a hole in it. About the length . I was talking about how much room inside the front fender the antenna unit can go in without hitting something.Thanks for the input everyone.

[namba209]

You should have ample room for an electric antenna in the wheel well. I used the same hole for the antenna cable for the electric wires and a piece of plumber's tape to anchor the bottom, and it worked great for years. HTH.

[Dale .D]

Cool . Thanks again from up north eh!!