Taco28

The antenna on my 95 sc400 wont go down unless I tap it on the top. You can hear the motor working but it needs a little help to get started when retracting. It goes up fine and doesn't look bent. I tried lubing it up with WD40 but that didn't help.

Any suggestions? It is annoying to have to jump out of the car after I turn it off to get the antenna started. The motor makes a lot of noise when it is trying to retract but is stuck.

all ideas appreciated

bangski

u gotta change the antenna mast~ if u buy the mast from e-bay it's about 14.99 plus shipping.. it's not bad~~ but!! before order that take out the antenna mast and check the mast.. if it worned out bad.. there is a posibility that motor gear tip worn out too... but most likely the mast is the problem... just get it.. put the new one in.. it takes about 1~2 minutes to take it.. good luck!!

Taco28

Thanks man! I thought it was just sticking or something.

neurocity

iTrader: (17)

Make sure the length is right (mine wasn't, had to open the housing twice)
when you remove the old antenna and cable, match the length or you get a lovely grinding noise when the antenna is fully extended.