Are antenna masts interchangeable?

RAVER4X4 · 01-27-2012, 09:21 AM

Is the stock 2009+ roof antenna mast interchangeable with the 2006-2008 "whip" mast on the fender panel?

I switched my 2007 whip mast with a shorter mast from ebay but it flexes too much for my taste. I'd like replace it with the rigid 2009+ style and would like to know if it would

(a) fit the threads on the 2007 fender.
(b) if it would be flush with the antenna base.

Has anyone done this? Pictures?

Thanks!

**JuneBug** · 01-27-2012, 11:59 AM

I don't know if the threads are the same, but remember, the 2009+ roof antenna has a built-in preamplifier inside the base.

dan_rav4 · 01-27-2012, 06:36 PM

I replaced my long mast antenna with a short one years ago (WalMart sells them), but quality sucks. After dealing with some rust issues (just surface rust on a metal band around the bottom), my antenna broke last week, so I am looking for a replacement now as I don't want to reinstall that OEM lightning rod.

If you find something nice, PLEASE let me know, thanks!

RAVER4X4 · 02-01-2012, 11:33 AM

Thanks junebug, but why is that important? Are you saying that the mast might not fit because of the pre amp or is the reception going to be poor or x??

Quote:

Originally Posted by JuneBug

I don't know if the threads are the same, but remember, the 2009+ roof antenna has a built-in preamplifier inside the base.

avs · 02-01-2012, 11:53 AM

I think the thread should fit, but the reception might not be as strong as before.

Willow · 02-01-2012, 12:04 PM

I bought a stubby off ebay and installed it. It looked better but the sound was crap so I reinstalled the 10ft CB antenna.....

**JuneBug** · 02-01-2012, 12:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RAVER4X4

Thanks junebug, but why is that important? Are you saying that the mast might not fit because of the pre amp or is the reception going to be poor or x??

They use the pre-amp to compensate for the shorter antenna. So, without the pre-amp, reception would suffer, even moreso if it's not located on the roof.

avs · 02-01-2012, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JuneBug

They use the pre-amp to compensate for the shorter antenna. So, without the pre-amp, reception would suffer, even moreso if it's not located on the roof.

The preamp is on the oem deck itself or it's built into the wire?

**JuneBug** · 02-01-2012, 02:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by avs

The preamp is on the oem deck itself or it's built into the wire?

The pre-amp is built into the base where the antenna screws into.

dan_rav4 · 03-11-2012, 11:55 AM

Did you ever find another nice solution? I really need to find something nice to replace the POS I have now.

01-27-2012, 09:21 AM	#1 (permalink)
RAVER4X4 Member Country: Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 82 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Are antenna masts interchangeable? Is the stock 2009+ roof antenna mast interchangeable with the 2006-2008 "whip" mast on the fender panel? I switched my 2007 whip mast with a shorter mast from ebay but it flexes too much for my taste. I'd like replace it with the rigid 2009+ style and would like to know if it would (a) fit the threads on the 2007 fender. (b) if it would be flush with the antenna base. Has anyone done this? Pictures? Thanks! __________________ RAVER4X4 2007 I4 4x4

01-27-2012, 11:59 AM	#2 (permalink)
JuneBug Your Humble Administrator Country: Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 8,986 Thanks: 37 Thanked 628 Times in 520 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I don't know if the threads are the same, but remember, the 2009+ roof antenna has a built-in preamplifier inside the base. __________________ James __________________ 2008 Limited V6 2WD "The Silver Bullet" •Tow Prep •Autodim mirror w/compass •Wade deflector •Weathertech visors •BluLogic Bluetooth •QuickLift hood struts •Auto door locks • (((XM))) radio •Homelink •Unswitched 12V outlets

01-27-2012, 06:36 PM	#3 (permalink)
dan_rav4 Senior Member Country: Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Central NY Posts: 429 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I replaced my long mast antenna with a short one years ago (WalMart sells them), but quality sucks. After dealing with some rust issues (just surface rust on a metal band around the bottom), my antenna broke last week, so I am looking for a replacement now as I don't want to reinstall that OEM lightning rod. If you find something nice, PLEASE let me know, thanks! __________________ General G-MAX AS-03 235/55R18 summer tires Nokian Hakkapeliitta SUV5 225/70R16 snow tires SoundFX antenna Husky floor liners CompuStar Pro P2W9000FM-AS Canister shield OEM mud flaps Bluetooth OBDII+Torque Griffin BlueTrip AUX + Pocket Amp 2 BlackVue DR400G-HD DVR + Power Magic Pro

03-11-2012, 11:55 AM	#10 (permalink)
dan_rav4 Senior Member Country: Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Central NY Posts: 429 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Did you ever find another nice solution? I really need to find something nice to replace the POS I have now. __________________ General G-MAX AS-03 235/55R18 summer tires Nokian Hakkapeliitta SUV5 225/70R16 snow tires SoundFX antenna Husky floor liners CompuStar Pro P2W9000FM-AS Canister shield OEM mud flaps Bluetooth OBDII+Torque Griffin BlueTrip AUX + Pocket Amp 2 BlackVue DR400G-HD DVR + Power Magic Pro

02-01-2012, 11:53 AM	#5 (permalink)
avs Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: New York Posts: 1,072 Thanks: 3 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I think the thread should fit, but the reception might not be as strong as before.

02-01-2012, 12:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
Willow Senior Member Country: Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Ottawa, ON Posts: 229 Thanks: 5 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I bought a stubby off ebay and installed it. It looked better but the sound was crap so I reinstalled the 10ft CB antenna.....

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