ray318

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So unfortunately the stem of the Antenna broke off while I was trying to remove it. I believe the threads on the truck started to rust which when removing the antenna caused it to snap. I planning on taking it to my local dealer. I feel like they should take care of it under warranty but I am pretty sure they wont as its usually a fight to get warranty services. I would look into drilling it myself but I am afraid I might cause more damage. Anyone have a similar issue or any suggestions. Also worried if I take it to the dealership they might try to charge me a ton to fix it

Side Note: For those curious there is no wind noise.

Iamraiderpower

ToughFX4

Just drill a hole and back that out with a bolt extractor. My kit cost $20-30 bucks. Strealership will charge you 1/2 hr or more labor.

UNBROKEN

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Drill it out and be done with it.

bubbabud

Just use a little penetrating oil and a reverse rotation drill bit. This will generally back it right out.

Truckin

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As mentioned, drill it, extract it...if by chance the threads are shot, access the antenna thru the wheel well liner...

ray318

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Thanks all going to give it a shot this weekend and hope it drills out.

Duckkarl

Make sure you are centered when you drill. Use a center punch before drilling. If you are off center you may have a very hard time with the extractor. I good sharp left handed drill bit will often spin the bolt out as it drills. In my experience I would say that 75% of bolts I have drilled with left hand bits have spun out without having to use an extractor.

Fordfun

Don't punch it, you'll bend the beer can????? haha

Jack-Daniel

A very light touch with the center punch or you will be very upset. That's aluminum it's mounted to. If you have a helper to hold from inside the wheel well it might help. Soak that thread good an hour before.

good luck