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Old Nov 12, 2020 | 11:32 AM
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Antenna question

I am looking for a replacement antenna for my 65. The prior owner removed it for a sleeker look and put a rubber grommet in it which is fine but I am wanting to have the factory antenna look. Was wondering what the difference in these are besides price.

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Old Nov 12, 2020 | 11:46 AM
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They look the same, except for a big difference in price. Think I'd try the cheap one and see if it works for you.
 
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Old Nov 12, 2020 | 01:45 PM
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I would not consider the first one, it appears to be an “el cheapo“ universal one. Those usually fit like crap, not sealing well. The other two are repops that should at least fit, as they were designed for the specific vehicle, though they won’t be as well made as the original ( poor chrome, gasket materials, etc.) It’s likely , as with other repopped parts, that all vendors are sourcing these from the same place.
 
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Old Nov 12, 2020 | 07:11 PM
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Carpenter has NOS for $89
It’s best to call or email and ask for the NOS.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2020 | 11:17 PM
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Next question is do you install from the top. I opened the hood and I don't see anyway to get to bottom side of antenna. Then where do you run the cable to connect to the back of radio through?
 
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Old Nov 13, 2020 | 11:27 PM
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And does the replacement antenna angle backwards. All the pics look like it angles toward the rear of the truck. Did the original angle backwards?
 
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Yes, thru the top. Then thru a hole under the dash in the upper kick panel. Never seen one angle back, always straight up..
 
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There’s a bit of adjustment to be had by loosening, then rotating the antenna, before retightening.
 
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