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87 740 Antenna

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#1 ·
The antenna on my 87 740 just broke down. The interior plastic cord snapped. The motor still works,but I was able to get an entire unit at a local boneyard. Before I installed it I tested it. The motor runs,but the mast
doesnt go all the way up (the last third). If pull it by hand will go up. Once
I turn the radio off the antenna goes all the way down.
The question is:
Is the mast still in good condition under the circunstances ?
If positive how can I overcome that situation? (make the last 3rd of the mast extend).
Tks for input.
 
#2 ·
Re: 87 740 Antenna (BEMFICA1)

Years ago I gave up on spending $ on this auto. mechanism. I bought an antenna "stub" that screws over the top of my mast. Took the top ball off by unscrewing it and put this flexible (rubber) mast on about 6" long. Reception is fine and no more worries about up and down action. Disconnected the power so there isn't any hum or probls. with this. Hey it doesn't look bad either. Kind of FBI look? hah! Good luck
 
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