I need to replace one antenna wire. It's the one that goes from the antenna unit, to the wire that goes to the radio. When I replaced the one that goes from the radio, I had a hard time separating the connector that holds the 2 wires together. So it ended up ripping off. I tried to put it on but it's not working too well.
I was wondering if anyone has done this before, and if so, how much of a PITA is it. Is it worth it or should I try to rig something.
not sure exactly what you mean but....
I just found a new power antenna mast at the junkyard this week that has a coax connection (screw in like cable tv) on the mast just below where the trunk would be. It also had the wire that went from that up to the radio with that longer style antenna jack on it. Maybe that would work for you also? I'll see if it has a part number on it if it sounds like it may be usefull to you.
Hmm, that might be something that works. If you could get the PN, that would be nice, thanks. I think this weekend I'm gonna pull some plastic panels to see how much is in the way.
I replaced the antenna cable in my 90 LE. Wasn't too hard. It runs down the passenger side under the trim along the door.
the only part number I found on here is: 10063073 8135. That number is on the motor so it may jsut be for that. I'll take a pic of it if you want when I find my Digi cam.
Ok, that helps, thanks. Bout how much time am I looking at?
Not really sure.. this guy had it rigged somehow... don't know why exactly, I think maybe it didn't used to have a power antena and he just wired the relay and stuff in. The mast is held up by like 2 bolts then there are 2 wiring clips. Running the wire up to your stereo is just removing trim pannels and such. I'd say about an hour total, if you never have removed any of the pannels.
Alright, just wanted to leave enough time to do it right. I'm going to like more than 3 radio stations.
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Finally replaced the wire today. Didn't take long, maybe just over an hour. I removed the plastic panels, and the rear seat. Pulled the old wire out, then slid the new one through from the trunk.