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Old Feb 23, 2014 | 11:48 AM
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I have disabled my power antenna (by removing the fuse). However, AM/FM radio reception is worse without the power antenna mast up. Has anyone installed the internal antenna from a 2008+ model on their 2007?
 
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Old Feb 23, 2014 | 01:31 PM
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Did you read this thread?
 
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Old Feb 23, 2014 | 10:05 PM
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No, I haven't seen that one. Thanks!!

Hard to believe that thread is almost as old as my XKR!
 
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Old Feb 23, 2014 | 10:06 PM
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Actually, I must've seen it in the past because apparently I made a comment on it 3 years ago. I've only had my XKR for about a year!
 
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Old Feb 24, 2014 | 02:28 PM
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Originally Posted by amcdonal86
I have disabled my power antenna (by removing the fuse). However, AM/FM radio reception is worse without the power antenna mast up. Has anyone installed the internal antenna from a 2008+ model on their 2007?
I have a new (never installed) in original package, Jaguar clam type antenna ,2008 up. In primer , I purchased it for one of my h/rods but never used. I paid 75 pound + shipping ,will let it go for $50 us + shipping. Bernie
 
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Old Feb 24, 2014 | 10:22 PM
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I'm not sure what a 'clam type' is...but if it allows me to deactivate my power attenna, Id be very interested. But will you ship to me here in Japan?

Thank you.

Lawrence Scott
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Old Feb 25, 2014 | 12:08 AM
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It is the original as came on 08 up on the trunk lid . Yes If you pay the shipping.Bernie
 
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Old Feb 25, 2014 | 01:08 PM
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^ I may be mistaken, but that antenna is for the Sat radio, not AM/FM? I think the AM/FM is located inside the spoiler....
 

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Old Feb 25, 2014 | 02:35 PM
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^ I may be mistaken, but that antenna is for the Sat radio, not AM/FM? I think the AM/FM is located inside the spoiler....
You Know .When I think about it I think your right. My mistake sorry. I remember now when I installed my XKRS Spoiler there were two sets of wires. I will drop the rear trunk panel and check . BL
 
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