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- 96 XLT 4 X 4
Hey guys,
I'm considering installing a power antenna in my 96 Explorer XLT. Let me begin by saying that I've never installed a power antenna before. Now, when I had my Blaupunkt Munchen installed the installer spliced into the existing harness instead of using an adapter. I'm assuming that the power antenna harness exists in my truck even though I don't have a power antenna now. Since the installer spliced into my harness I'm also assuming that the power antenna lead isn't attached to anything.
So I guess I have a couple of options here. Install an after market antenna or buy a Ford OEM antenna.
After market advantage - cheaper
After market disadvantage - will probably have to drill holes to mount a bracket and run the wiring.
OEM advantage - will plug right into the existing harness and will mount to existing mounting holes. I'm assuming the harness exists in my truck.
OEM disadvantage - EXPENSIVE $$$
Has anyone installed a power antenna that can help me out here? Am I correct in assuming that I already have the power antenna harness in my truck? I'm leaning toward the OEM because it should be plug and play. Let me know if I'm missing any important steps in the install.
Thanks,
Carter
I'm considering installing a power antenna in my 96 Explorer XLT. Let me begin by saying that I've never installed a power antenna before. Now, when I had my Blaupunkt Munchen installed the installer spliced into the existing harness instead of using an adapter. I'm assuming that the power antenna harness exists in my truck even though I don't have a power antenna now. Since the installer spliced into my harness I'm also assuming that the power antenna lead isn't attached to anything.
So I guess I have a couple of options here. Install an after market antenna or buy a Ford OEM antenna.
After market advantage - cheaper
After market disadvantage - will probably have to drill holes to mount a bracket and run the wiring.
OEM advantage - will plug right into the existing harness and will mount to existing mounting holes. I'm assuming the harness exists in my truck.
OEM disadvantage - EXPENSIVE $$$
Has anyone installed a power antenna that can help me out here? Am I correct in assuming that I already have the power antenna harness in my truck? I'm leaning toward the OEM because it should be plug and play. Let me know if I'm missing any important steps in the install.
Thanks,
Carter