Replacement Antenna

[GEAUX]

Guys,

I am looking to replace my factory antenna. It bangs every parking garage and is annoying. I want a shorter one, but I also want a BLACK one, not a silver, aluminum one.

Any suggestions? Can you paint one, can you cut the original off? Or any ideas on an aftermarket one?

Thanks,

 

[LazKat]

The antenna just unscrews, no need to cut it. ?You should have received an orange antenna wrench in your glovebox. ?It's handy for tightening and loosening the original. ?

I got a flexible shorty antenna from eBay for $15. ?It looks and works great and reception is as good as ever. ?Search under "Avalanche" and "Antenna"

eBay Avalanche Antenna

Be sure to take it off if you go through a car wash. Check the photo link in my sig to see how it looks.

 

[GEAUX]

That is perfect, Thanks for the quick reply.

Yeah, Taking it off is no problem, someone told me that they just used a hack saw and cut a few inches off of the top of their antenna to solve the problem, but that seemed a bit extreme.

Thanks again, I am gonig to check that out.

 

[ronc]

I also have the short flexible antenna , purchased on ebay for $15,
I looked locally in the auto parts stores but could not find just the antenna all they seemed to have are antenna replacement kits w/wiring etc.
I have not noticed any change in reception,works great,orderded a 2nd
one for my wifes trailblazer,same antenna but $3.00 cheaper. check the ebay ads for different vehicles, same antenna just listed at different prices
ron

 

[GEAUX]

Just placed the order.

Thanks again guys!

 

[BIGRED_Z-71]

You know I make custom antennas... I could have hooked you up with anything you want. If you are still interested I can show you demos.



~BIGRED

 

[Sgt8665]

I have a Chevy BowTie shortie antenna in black. It looks great, and I get alot of comments. Here is the link to the manufacturer. Frogworks International, INC. Hope this helps. By the way, my reception is still great! I think the BowTie actually magnifies the receptiion.

 

[smigdiggler]

Ron,

your idea is quite excellent, I actually got a trailblazer antenna for 9.99 no one else bid on it....

one other question though....

I used to drive a 94 GMC C1500. I have noticed that the reception in the Avalanche is Total Crap compared to the 94 GMC. Has anyone else noticed better reception with older GM model vehicles??

I have 2003 with Bose...I do realize that this euro antenna will not improve reception but remember it is better to look good then to feel good.

Da' Diggla

 

[Blulanche]

Big Red, is there anything you don't do? Rollin' trucks, new mods everyother day, now your a custom antenna maker? I feel very unproductive!!
Ant pic's of your wares??

 

[BIGRED_Z-71]

Big Red, is there anything you don't do? Rollin' trucks, new mods everyother day, now your a custom antenna maker? I feel very unproductive!!
Ant pic's of your wares??

Well... no. ?I make alot of billet things now... antennas, door sills, and billet ac/headlight knobs... yadda yadda. Photos maybe tomorrow. I'm getting a new rear end gear and diffs put in this week... like you said... anything.


~BIGRED

 

[Blulanche]

looking forward to the pictures

 

[BIGRED_Z-71]

Just clear coated and installed, enjoy!

I can make them any size.... and in any color(s)

~BIGRED

 

[Blulanche]

Cool antenna BigRed!

 

[BIGRED_Z-71]

Cool antenna BigRed!

Thanks... it's alot of hard work but it really pays off.


~BIGRED

 

[sparky]

Thanks... it's alot of hard work but it really pays off.


~BIGRED

Red, that looks great. I know you will never be 'done'. But I can't wait to see pictures of your truck when it rolls out the back of the shop.

 

[BIGRED_Z-71]

Red, that looks great. I know you will never be 'done'. But I can't wait to see pictures of your truck when it rolls out the back of the shop.

I want it to win 1st place in a chevy truck show... when it does... I'll take a week off.



~BIGRED

 

[GEAUX]

That does look awesome. What length is that one? Could you make it in solid black?

 

[BIGRED_Z-71]

That does look awesome. What length is that one? Could you make it in solid black?

That one is 14 inches with a 1 inch base so 15 inches overall. That is the minimal length before you notice a loss in radio pickup. but from 14 inches to stock there is no change in quality. Yeah I can paint it that same color as the black offered on the '02 and '03 models.



~BIGRED