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dvl57
04-02-2013, 03:57 PM
Does anyone have one on their truck?

Does it work good?

Where do you buy one?

Thanks


http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g421/dvlsl57/stubbyantenna_zps0aba8d54.jpg

STL Zombie Hunter
04-03-2013, 01:12 PM
I'm curious also. I'd like to replace mine as well.
Unfortunately most of this forum's members only check in about every 2-3 months it seems with the exception of about 5-10 die-hards such as us.

LoJac963
04-03-2013, 08:39 PM
^I do like the one posted. It looks like one of those flexible ones that end up bending over time so a shorter...fatter.....rigid one would be great....the antennae people....

21sH2
04-03-2013, 11:44 PM
I simply shortened my stock antenna. Only did it so that the antenna was shorter than my roof. I haven't noticed a difference in reception with radio and it was really easy to do. Took 5 minutes.

Just take your antenna off the truck and place in a vise. Use the pry side of a hammer or similar to pop the antenna "ball/tip" off. Careful tho as mine went flying. Then took a cutting wheel grinder and shortened to desired length. Used a jb weld type epoxy to put antenna "ball/tip" back on. Finally sprayed antenna with some black rattlecan i had laying around to touch up any scratches. and your done.

mbdougl
04-04-2013, 05:14 AM
I got one and it works fine. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00651CKUQ/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1







:jump: Cool
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaiO61lQUMs

smileynialley
04-04-2013, 12:01 PM
just oredered mine. does it just replace the old one or do you need that adaptor thing they are also selling?

Camou2
04-04-2013, 12:52 PM
Should be fine without the adaptor but if you find you need one then you probably can get one at a local parts store. I have this antenna and it was o.k. without adapter.

Z06RB
04-04-2013, 03:10 PM
Thanks for the info, just ordered mine.

LoJac963
04-05-2013, 12:13 AM
Nice find, I wish it wasn't flexible but I'm going to order one also! :dancingbanana:

mbdougl
04-05-2013, 02:54 AM
I have a new one in the box, $5 plus shipping.

dvl57
04-05-2013, 02:36 PM
I have a new one in the box, $5 plus shipping.

ugh* I ordered one from amazon yesterday afternoon.

LoJac963
04-05-2013, 11:21 PM
I have a new one in the box, $5 plus shipping.

Same one as linked above or a different one? If you're sure it fits an H2 I'll take it.

$10 shipped?

mbdougl
04-06-2013, 02:42 AM
Sorry, Somebody beat you by a few hours :crying:

dvl57
04-09-2013, 02:43 PM
Thanks for the tip...got it yesterday...and it works and looks great!


http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g421/dvlsl57/pics%20for%20sale/photo32-1_zps40463db5.jpg



I got one and it works fine. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00651CKUQ/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1







:jump: Cool
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaiO61lQUMs

LoJac963
04-09-2013, 08:06 PM
I'm assuming that's the Amazon one from the link?

Also did you need the adapter?

It looks good, need to put my order in!

dvl57
04-09-2013, 08:46 PM
I'm assuming that's the Amazon one from the link?

Also did you need the adapter?

It looks good, need to put my order in!


Yes it was purchased from the amazon link

It comes w/a threaded adapter that you thread the antenna ...and then to truck.

Looks good...wish there was a rubber boot to make it look factory...like the pic on that blue H2....

but it works!

Z06RB
04-09-2013, 11:32 PM
Mine arrived today. I haven't installed it, but it looks good.

LoJac963
04-10-2013, 05:00 AM
that looks like the factory boot, are you sure the factory one doesn't come off the metal antenna?

I wouldn't want to run with it off since I'm sure it would collect water in there.

STL Zombie Hunter
04-10-2013, 01:58 PM
I ordered mine as well. It says they're almost out of stock, thanks partially to this thread I'm sure :p

mbdougl
04-10-2013, 02:25 PM
I just trimmed the top of the factory boot and made it fit :) I didn't need the threaded adapter for mine, this antenna even fits the little tiny one on the roof.

HummerJim
04-10-2013, 08:20 PM
Looks good! I ordered one today too!

fyr145
04-10-2013, 09:53 PM
:iagree:


My stubby antenna just came in today. I also noticed the open "well" at the base of the antenna mount. To help remedy this look, I used my OEM antenna boot by clipping only the amount off the top/tip in order to fit snugly at the base and then tucked in the bottom of the boot to the chrome holder so it gives a more OEM fit to it.

I also checked the signal using it and I didnt notice any difference either. But I was in town too. I usually listen to XM radio anyway.

But I must say that I do like the appearance overall on how it compliments the H2 on the vehicle. Well worth the $.

LoJac963
04-10-2013, 11:33 PM
they look good gents. I put in my order yesterday after confirming myself that factory boot does come off. Can't wait to get it! :dancingbanana:

fyr145
04-11-2013, 03:37 AM
they look good gents. I put in my order yesterday after confirming myself that factory boot does come off. Can't wait to get it! :dancingbanana:

LOL!!! Sounds like you have to keep up with me on the mods this time !!!:p

LoJac963
04-11-2013, 09:34 AM
hahahaha you better believe it. It's all up to Amazon now......:D

smileynialley
04-12-2013, 07:50 PM
Got mine today, not bad considering they shipped to UK.

http://i48.tinypic.com/2wpmgc5.jpg

fyr145
04-13-2013, 03:49 AM
That black antenna definitely compliments the all black color of your H2!!

fyr145
04-13-2013, 03:50 AM
hahahaha you better believe it. It's all up to Amazon now......:D

Let me know if you need help installing it..............:p


LMAO