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A Stubby Antenna That Works

Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by duece292, Jun 4, 2017.

  1. May 8, 2019 at 7:59 PM
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    Inquiringone

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    The one I bought from Amazon works great, it's advertised allot on the adds that pop up below. Type in stubby Antenna. Several come up for purchase. Again mine works great, Car wash approved. Good Luck.
     
  2. May 8, 2019 at 8:53 PM
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    I just bought one a couple weeks ago lol! Went thru a car wash and it held up actually. I guess I’ll contact you if it fails.
     
  3. May 9, 2019 at 12:09 PM
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    I would recommend the 17" All-Terrain antenna which is the same antenna as the 13" you mention, just longer. This antenna will work better in rural and fringe areas.

    Zach
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  4. May 9, 2019 at 12:11 PM
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    Tom,

    Seen your order float through today, you will get the new verison.

    Zach
     
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  5. May 9, 2019 at 12:20 PM
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    I got one at the end of February and love it. FM and HD FM come in great on all stations and has yet to have any issues with car washes (but I only use touchless washes). If it breaks, I will not hesitate to reach out. Cheers!
     
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  6. May 9, 2019 at 1:08 PM
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    I was on the fence. Was! I’ll be picking one up now for sure.
     
  7. May 9, 2019 at 5:47 PM
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    Great thanks a lot.
     
  8. May 15, 2019 at 6:55 PM
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    Mine came today! How can you tell if it’s the newest version? Is it supposed to have little holes on the mast?
     
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  9. May 15, 2019 at 7:39 PM
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    Got mine yesterday. Not sure if it is normal, but the threaded stud is crooked, and the threads bottom out on the truck before fully tight. What up @TheAntennaSource?
     
  10. May 15, 2019 at 11:09 PM
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    It’s on! You can see a small bit of material on the mast where the holes are.

    EFE20A52-8095-410C-B95E-A015C70968A3.jpg
     
  11. May 16, 2019 at 6:26 AM
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    The holes are part of the molding process and both versions have them. The latest version has a faint logo of an antenna molded into the bottom of the antenna.
     
  12. May 16, 2019 at 6:28 AM
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    If you look at the picture flyinryank just posted, the antenna should thread down flush. Email me pictures of your issue and we will figure it out.
     
  13. May 16, 2019 at 6:38 AM
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    I installed mine this past weekend. I love it! I think it just gives it a cleaner look. Thanks, Zach. I sent you an email to confirm that I received the second generation antenna.
     
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  14. May 16, 2019 at 7:09 PM
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    @TheAntennaSource[/USER], Received mine Monday and it works great. It was exactly what I had in mind and was looking for. upload_2019-5-16_22-9-43.jpg
     
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  15. May 18, 2019 at 9:55 AM
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    I bought this on Amazon and returned it the next day. The radio stations came in but cm radio cut out constantly
     
  16. May 20, 2019 at 5:48 PM
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    I've had the 6-3/4" for about a year now. It's held up great. However, I live out in the burbs and some stations don't come in as hd anymore. Thinking about upgrading to the larger size to hopefully get back some reception
     
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  17. May 20, 2019 at 5:57 PM
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    Just got one! from Amazon though... it’s the same antenna from the same company. Just happened to work out cause I saw the product in this thread after I ordered this one. It works great and goes through car washes no problem. Great purchase!

    image.jpg
     
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  18. May 20, 2019 at 6:13 PM
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    I'm going to keep an eye on this. I can order one up at the end of next month.

    Do you guys have anything for a 2005 GTI?
    Edit: ooooh yeah I see it! :yes:

    My last stubby was pretty weak on reception, the base cracked after a few years but I didn't need to take it off. A carwash took it off for me and proceeded to beat my truck with it! It was humiliating for my truck.
    :rofl:
     
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  19. May 22, 2019 at 3:41 PM
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    Just pulled the trigger on this. Thanks all for the honest reviews. I’m convinced now!
     
  20. May 22, 2019 at 5:56 PM
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    To much to list:)
    Are these plug and play? or do you have to run new wire with new base?? Thanks
     
  21. May 22, 2019 at 6:00 PM
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    Plug and play. Unscrew the old one and screw in The new one. I put some blue loctite on the threads of mine
     
  22. May 22, 2019 at 6:03 PM
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    To much to list:)
    If I may ask which one did you order? I see he has a couple/short options. I am looking for something easy to install, worth the money, and works.:) Thank you
     
  23. May 22, 2019 at 6:05 PM
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    C66854C1-2DE4-4E98-8AAC-D14EE67A2878.jpg
     
  24. May 22, 2019 at 6:06 PM
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    They screw into the Toyota antenna base. I just installed a 17 inch "stubby" antenna. It took about 5 minutes.
     
  25. May 23, 2019 at 4:28 AM
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    For the more fringe/rural areas we would recommend our 17" All-Terrain antenna. This would be the next progression in size to get a little additional range.

    Zach
     
  26. May 23, 2019 at 4:29 AM
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    Thank you I might try that out
     
  27. May 23, 2019 at 10:46 AM
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    This stubby works great. I just upgraded to it. I just hate those little holes in the side. It's like they're staring at me.
     
  28. Jun 5, 2019 at 7:37 AM
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    upgraded to the 17" all-terrain and seem to notice to get better reception out in the burbs
     
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  29. Jun 5, 2019 at 5:19 PM
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    Installed my stubby last week. So far reception is great. I am not too rural so it will work fine for me.
     
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  30. Jun 5, 2019 at 6:41 PM
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    Bilstein 6112 @ 1.9" Bilstein 5100's in rear Afe drop in filter Afe intake tube Afe throttle body spacer Afe catback with vibrant resonator added Stubby antenna TRD front grill Paint matched door handles Paint match mirror caps RCI skid plate All LED bulbs Undercover flex cover 20% tint all around Husky floor liners ESP under seat storage 2018 headlight mod Baja designs fog light kit 275/60/r20 falken wildpeak at3w 20x9 fuel ripper
    Put a little bit of blue lock tight on and you shouldn't have that problem unless someone has pliers with them
     
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