Stubby Radio Antenna

[anti_rice_guy]

I can't stand the massive stock antenna after 11 years of staring at it, especially since after all those miles it's now bent back from the wind.

I know most retailers I saw on Amazon say they're all universal, but what do you guys recommend that still gets decent radio reception?

 

[rileybig]

I can't stand the massive stock antenna after 11 years of staring at it, especially since after all those miles it's now bent back from the wind.

I know most retailers I saw on Amazon say they're all universal, but what do you guys recommend that still gets decent radio reception?

I just cut mine 12 inches. Reason I did that is it touches my garage door when I pull in and it cut my rubber seals on the garage door. No loss on reception.

 

[Explorer_PL]

I need a new antenna for a different reason. After I installed my aftermarket head unit with NAV, the AM reception is horrible.
Not sure how to fix it.

 

[swshawaii]

Great free and easy mod. Hardest part is deciding what length. IMO, much better than "ricey" aftermarket stubby antennas.

How to Shorten Your Vehicle's Radio Antenna

 

[gdgiordano]

MADE IN USA - 2001-2010 Ford Explorer SportTrac - 4" SHORT Custom Black Aluminum Antenna https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MY0CD9Z/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_zF-QAbNE90DTW
I have that one and love it.

 

[rmcalis]

I used the method in the youtube video above, worked well. I shortened mine to 16" and it had no noticeable affect in reception.