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Old 06-15-2013, 01:39 PM
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why does f150 have antenna? is it durable enought to run thru car wash etc. Truck is new and I worry about damaging it. It also hits top of garage door everytime i pull in
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why does f150 have antenna? is it durable enought to run thru car wash etc. Truck is new and I worry about damaging it. It also hits top of garage door everytime i pull in
It has an antenna for radio reception. It is durable enough for anything you want to put it through.
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Yeah it should be ok, I run mine thru a car wash all the time and no problems at all. You can unscrew it at the base if it worries you, keep an open end or adjustable wrench in the glove box.
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Radio antenna can be put into the glass very easy. There is no need for any car to have physical antenna anymore.
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Originally Posted by Rooskibar03
Radio antenna can be put into the glass very easy. There is no need for any car to have physical antenna anymore.
Agreed...
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Originally Posted by Rooskibar03
Radio antenna can be put into the glass very easy. There is no need for any car to have physical antenna anymore.
Expense, cost more to put it in the windshield. Also problems with reception in certain weather conditions such as when wipers are crossing it.
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I can get a brand new windshield for my K5 with antenna for $130. It's not a cost thing. No problems with reception.
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I can get a brand new windshield for my K5 with antenna for $130. It's not a cost thing. No problems with reception.
It is a cost thing. Its over complicating something as simple as an antenna. Theres no need to put it inside glass when it can easily be placed on the roof with a short antenna.
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Still, a windshield antenna is a compromise, and still is problematic with the newer HD stations. But, HD stations are a whole different problem.
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I wanted a stubby antenna but didnt wanna pay for one and mine always hit my garadge to. So I just cut it in half. Killed 2 birds with one stone
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