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Posted by: arsprod Sep 20 2015, 04:17 PM

I just replaced mt radio and antenna. I had a power antenna from another car that fits fine and looks nice. However, I'm a little concerned about the antenna unit sitting in the open wheel well. Anyone have any experience with a power antenna on their 914?

Posted by: GeorgeRud Sep 20 2015, 04:20 PM

The one in my 911 is in an open wheel well since 1984 and seems to work fine.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Sep 20 2015, 04:55 PM

My last two Sixes had power antennas in the wheel well and no issues at all - ever. I just bought one for my '71 and will wire it so it has an on/off switch so when I am streaming music I can leave the antenna down. Otherwise it draws power from the radio and when you turn the radio on the mast goes up.

Posted by: The Cabinetmaker Sep 20 2015, 05:02 PM

3 years on mine. No problems. If your concerned, just cut a piece of plastic to go in front of it to protect it from flying wheel debris.

Posted by: arsprod Sep 20 2015, 05:05 PM

Ok gents I'm convinced and will wire it up! Good idea about the switch Cairo. Thanks

Posted by: Cairo94507 Sep 20 2015, 06:42 PM

You are welcome sir. I like the idea about some sort of a shield to protect the antenna from flying debris.

Scotty? I was thinking something that would secure to the antenna electric motor and protect it. I do not want to drill any holes in the body. Or, I guess Scotty could weld a couple small tabs in the wheel well for a shield to secure to.

Posted by: arsprod Sep 20 2015, 06:48 PM

QUOTE(Cairo94507 @ Sep 20 2015, 08:42 PM)