How do you replace the antenna mast?
Fixed-mast antennas are much easier to replace. Buy a universal kit (about $15) from any auto parts store. Just unscrew the bent mast with an adjustable wrench and install the new mast. You may have to install an adapter (included in the kit) to match the thread size.
What is an antenna mast on a car?
The antenna mast is the most visible part of the antenna on a car or truck. Many cars come with masts that can be replaced with vehicle specific or universal parts. An adapter, harness or specialized cables may be necessary to connect any aftermarket or universal antenna components to factory parts.
What happens if I take the antenna off my car?
As car antenna protrudes and stands on the surface of a car’s exterior, it tends to break or suffer damage often and easily. Without the antenna, your radio may as well be turned off. With a damaged radio antenna, you’ll have trouble with your reception of FM radio.
What do you need to know about antenna masts?
Our selection of Antenna Masts is more like, “What don’t you have??”. So if you don’t see it, ASK!! If you have an AM/FM Power Antenna that still runs but the Mast no longer goes up and down, is bent, or simply missing a replacement of the mast is generally all you need to repair your Power Unit.
What to do if your service mast is leaning?
Sometimes you’ll see a through-the-roof service mast that appears to be leaning from tension in the overhead service drop conductors. This can be repaired by adding a brace, tie back or guy-wire supports.
How is a service mast attached to a house?
The service mast must be plumb (not leaning) and properly attached to the frame of the home by installing securely fastened metal conduit straps every 3-feet. Malleable pipe straps and 4-inch lag screws in studs may sometimes be substituted.
Where can I get an antenna mast replaced in a corvette?
Removal of the antenna assembly from your Corvette is required, so refer to your service manual to obtain the procedure for removing the antenna assembly from your C4 Corvette. We contacted Zip Corvette Parts, 8067 Fast Lane, Mechanicsville, VA 23111, 1-800-962-9632, and bought their C4 Corvette Antenna mast replacement kit.