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Old 10-05-09, 08:04 PM
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Default antenna not going up

I am sure there is a thread already out there about this question, but I can not find all the answers:

I have a 1999 SC 300. The antenna motor comes on, but the antenna does not come up. I still get radio reception. I can hear the motor running when the radio is turned on and turned off.

Is there a simple fix? Do I need to replace the whole unit? If so, where can I find a unit that is somewhat inexpensive?
Old 10-05-09, 10:08 PM
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perhaps its jammed somewhere? lol I actually unplugged mine so it doesnt go up, I dont like the RC car look
Old 10-05-09, 10:12 PM
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you could always delete it and go for one that is more stylish or one that is hidden cause the factory antenna is extremely long anyways
Old 10-05-09, 10:56 PM
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I'm looking into getting a hidden one but they say they don't get AM and i like to listen to talk radio and traffic some times.
Old 10-06-09, 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by sharp01
the antenna does not come up... Is there a simple fix?
Toss a viagra in the gas tank
Old 10-06-09, 11:14 AM
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Originally Posted by PecosBill
perhaps its jammed somewhere? lol I actually unplugged mine so it doesnt go up, I dont like the RC car look
+1.... unplugged mine too.
Old 10-06-09, 01:41 PM
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Replacements on eBay go for around $20. Got mine 2 years ago and it's served me well. I don't like the RC car look myself, but I'm a fan of AM radio... that and having everything on my SC functioning properly.
Old 10-06-09, 02:19 PM
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just buy a hidden one its like $20 buxs off scosche,im gonna do that cause mine doesnt go up at all!.
Old 10-08-09, 12:25 AM
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i completely removed mine and patched the hole with mighty putty. i still get perfect radio reception and the mighty putty holds up better then bondo.
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i didnt know that was a problem, i unplugged my motor its toooo long
Old 10-08-09, 12:38 AM
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get a shark fin antennae like this: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sc-...enna-help.html from locustoms http://www.locustom.com/shark2_kit.htm
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Originally Posted by raSCal
Toss a viagra in the gas tank
I did that...now it doesn't go down anymore...
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