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Short Replacement Antenna

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Charles Suitt, Jan 7, 2005.

  1. Charles Suitt

    Charles Suitt Senior Member

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    :idea: Anyone replaced their factory antenna with one of the short replacements?

    Listed on eBay is a German-made replacement as short as 1.2". Seems this would avoid some carwash problems. I am curious regarding how much (if any) deterioration in reception you may have experienced.

    Thanks for your comments. Here's a link:

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...4517441328&rd=1
    1,2" Design Antenna for Audi A3,A4 BMW 3 Con. VW GOLF
     
  2. lscritch

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    It seems to be guaranteed...what do you have to lose besides AU$15? (plus shipping)

    I do wonder why they make 3 different lengths though.

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    (Edit) Aha. In the FAQ on the Ebay page:

     
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    But didn\'t we already know that?
     
  4. Charles Suitt

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    :roll: OOPS.... My error...

    I "jumped the gun" a bit. Their eBay listing states that this merchandise is ONLY AVAILABLE to Australia. I have emailed the supplier to determine whether it is available in the USA.
     
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    Hmmm, wouldn't mind switching to something like that. I want to have the option of listening to standard radio, but rarely do with XM. Even the 3" antenna would be fine.

    Keep us abreast if you find US availability.
     
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    I ordered one thru Ebay for $12+$4 S&H
    Ihave since found one poster who said it sucks. Comes from Ontario
    This email confirms that you, have paid shortantenna ([email protected]) $15.89 USD using PayPal.

    Payment Details
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    Item # Item Title Quantity Price Subtotal
    7945243597 3.5" Black Short Shorty Stubby Antenna Jetta Golf GTI 1 $11.89 USD $11.89 USD

    Shipping & Handling via Standard Delivery to 105XX
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  7. Charles Suitt

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    :) Hey fellow Prius drivers.... THANKS for your responses!

    Being interested in the 1.2" (30mm) stubby German-made antenna, I have tried to purchase on eBay but the seller is not clear on shipping costs or even the required currency even though they comment that PayPal is accepted.

    I have emailed a request for clarification. I will post followups if and as applicable.
     
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    I finally got the one mentioned above. Looks really great. Works really bad, at least in my exurban location (60 mi N of NYC). It might be ok inan urban locale. Anybody want a very slightly used one 1/2 price?
     
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