Power Antenna

TonyZ · Post by **TonyZ** » Thu Sep 14, 2006 1:34 pm

Hi, all

So, can I replace the broken mast on my power antenna, ('98 Ford Taurus,) should I get a whole new power system (ca. $40,) or should I just convert to a traditional mast. Where do you find new antennae? I've tried many local parts stores, and they have generic replacement kits, but not specifically replacement masts. Any ideas???

Chadtuba · Post by **Chadtuba** » Thu Sep 14, 2006 1:53 pm

I've got one on my Toyota Avalon and keep hoping that it won't break. As much as we don't want to hear it the dealership will probably be your best bet.

Good Luck

Rick F · Post by **Rick F** » Thu Sep 14, 2006 3:02 pm

I replaced my power antenna on my 94 Camry years ago. It was fairly simple.

I did a quick 'google' search for 'Taurus Power Antenna Replacement' and found one article that may help:

http://v8sho.com/SHO/PowerAntennaReplacement.htm

If this isn't just right, search for some other links. "Google can be your friend"

chipster55 · Post by **chipster55** » Fri Sep 15, 2006 10:43 am

try here..

http://www.car-part.com/

tubatooter1940 · Post by **tubatooter1940** » Tue Sep 19, 2006 12:05 am

I hate power antennas. By the time a car is old enough for me to buy it, the power antenna is rusty and starts jamming. I usually cut the wires to the electric motor and leave it in the up position.

TubaRay · Post by **TubaRay** » Tue Sep 19, 2006 8:58 am

the elephant wrote:
tubatooter1940 wrote:I usually cut the wires to the electric motor and leave it in the up position.
Funny, I usually do the same but with it down. (I hate music, don'cha know . . . )

Well, I love music, however there isn't very much being played on the radio these days.

TonyZ · Post by **TonyZ** » Tue Sep 19, 2006 9:05 am

TubaRay wrote: Well, I love music, however there isn't very much being played on the radio these days.

Too true, but to be honest, I'm too lazy to change the 6 CD's in the changer and I need to hear something different. In my defense, I play long tones when I could be changing the CD's!