Replace stock antenna...

Ghost_Jeep_Girl

New member

• Jan 25, 2016

• #1

Looking to replace the stock radio antenna that screws on the outside of the Jeep with a smaller, black, whip type antenna. Any links or sites that sell them? Not really sure if painting it would hold up. Also, any info on losing channels if I change original? Thanks!!!

 

WJCO

Meme King

• Jan 25, 2016

• #2

Ghost_Jeep_Girl said:

Looking to replace the stock radio antenna that screws on the outside of the Jeep with a smaller, black, whip type antenna. Any links or sites that sell them? Not really sure if painting it would hold up. Also, any info on losing channels if I change original? Thanks!!!

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I just went with an AntennaX. The reception didn't change. It's flexible. And it was only 15 bucks. So if it breaks off road, I'll get another. Very easy, plug and play, and I like the way it looks.

http://www.antennax.com/

 

Ghost_Jeep_Girl

New member

• Jan 25, 2016

• #3

Thanks!! I'll definitely look into that. Just got my jeep and I'm still learning about the little "extras". At first I thought about painting the antenna, but wasn't sure how that would hold up with the heat. Thanks again!!

 

WJCO

Meme King

• Jan 25, 2016

• #4

Ghost_Jeep_Girl said:

Thanks!! I'll definitely look into that. Just got my jeep and I'm still learning about the little "extras". At first I thought about painting the antenna, but wasn't sure how that would hold up with the heat. Thanks again!!

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Painting works temporarily- but typically doesn't hold up as well. Especially when bugs and rocks hit it over time. The antennaX one I got is rubber coated.

 

Ghost_Jeep_Girl

New member

• Jan 25, 2016

• #5

Did you need any adaptors for it? (That's probably a silly question... newbie here ) I'm not liking this silver antenna at all!!

 

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USMC Wrangler

New member

• Jan 25, 2016

• #6

I have the same one WJCO recommended. It went right on without a fuss, no special adapters needed.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00651CLCS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

Clifford33

Caught the Bug

• Jan 25, 2016

• #7

I'm also running an Antenna X I think it's a 6 inch but not sure I picked mine up at 4wheel parts. They have all kinds of sizes. And no you don't need an adapter. Some may require it. My antenna came with a few different adapters but I didn't need to use them. You will love this antenna its flexible out of the way and will never flop in the wind will driving down the high way plus it looks good.

 

Ghost_Jeep_Girl

New member

• Jan 25, 2016

• #8

Thanks so much!! Going to order one.

 

Clifford33

Caught the Bug

• Jan 25, 2016

• #9

Clifford33 said:

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I'm also running an Antenna X I think it's a 6 inch but not sure I picked mine up at 4wheel parts. They have all kinds of sizes. And no you don't need an adapter. Some may require it. My antenna came with a few different adapters but I didn't need to use them. You will love this antenna its flexible out of the way and will never flop in the wind will driving down the high way plus it looks good.

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Not a 6 inch it's about a 13 inch aha man I was way off.

 

Ghost_Jeep_Girl

New member

• Jan 25, 2016

• #10

Lol!! Love the lights btw!! That will probably be my next project.

 

cozdude

Guy with a Red 2-Door

• Jan 25, 2016

• #11

As mentioned I have the 13" antennax as well. My reception did drop a little bit but not much. On longer drive outside of philly I can't pick up my favorite radio station like I did with stock but it's all good.

 

Speedy_RCW

Hooked

• Jan 25, 2016

• #12

Another vote for AntennaX. 13in as well, no noticeable reception difference that I can speak of.

 

mudmobeeler

Caught the Bug

• Jan 25, 2016

• #13

I had the one that everybody is showing. I lost radio reception horribly. Ended up throwing it away and getting the CB style one. Its taller but still sets below the windshield. Got my reception back also.

 

shadowpaige64507

Member

• Jan 25, 2016

• #14

I also have the 13". I did lose some reception but don't really care being I don't use the AM/FM. At least I haven't used it since I got XM a few years ago.

 

ItsTTime

New member

• Jan 25, 2016

• #15

I also have the Antenna X - slight drop in picking up stations if you ever 'seek' new stations but if you know the radio station you want, it works perfectly for me. Easy to install too - would absolutely do it again.

 

sgt381fl

New member

• Jan 31, 2016

• #16

Satellite reception is GREAT, local station reception BAD

 

olram30

Not That Kind of Engineer

• Jan 31, 2016

• #17

I went cheap and cut mine. I did try a aftermarket one once, but it wasn't flexible and I could see it being a problem.

 

IBeHeWhoIsJoshua

New member

• Jan 31, 2016

• #18

I've been thinking about this lil antenna for awhile. I have satellite but, hated the sound. I didn't like their too late customer service nor the idea of a monthly subscription either. I mostly use Bluetooth from the phone or hidden iPod. I will probably still get one of these antenna for at least the aesthetics.

 

Trail dog

New member

• Jan 31, 2016

• #19

I have the 6 inch solid stainless steel powder coated black needed adapter and red locktite to keep it on. 4wheelpart parts $15 , really didn't notice signal loss but I do plug my phone in allot.

 

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Ghost_Jeep_Girl

New member

• Feb 4, 2016

• #20

I just changed it to the 13 inch off-road from antennax. Looks great and no change in reception. Thanks for the help!!

 

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