Anyone know of a shorter power antenna that can be swapped out? I mangled mine thru a car wash and now I cant get it to go all the way down :-/ Id like a power one still maybe just not so long. Thanks. Apologies if this was already answered.

 

Great idea to remove the power. I really hate the old-fashioned power antenna on such a sleek modern looking car. I'll survive without the radio!

 

I went to a local audio shop and they told me the chances are very slim of finding something that will work on this car because of its angled location (meaning, not coming straight up out of the back end, such as on the older sedans). I have to remember to turn off the audio before driving into my building garage or risk damaging it...

I tried disconnecting the power entirely via pulling the fuse, but it severely affected the FM and satellite radio reception. The only thing I haven't tried is pulling the plug just after the antenna starts to go up, stopping it at a shorter height. But that won't make the antenna look any less ugly. lol

 

Any changes of finding a shorter antannae?

 

Wildcat, have you tried this yet. And did it work?

Thanks,

 

Not yet as I was too busy with the holidays. I might try this over the weekend...

 

I just purchased a 2007 XK and I love it. I to agree that the only thing wrong with this car is the antenna. I have been trying to find the type of antenna to replace it with any suggestions? Thank you

 

I am a new jag owner of a 2007 xk and I am trying to get pictures of that new antenna that you asked for pictures on, do you stilll happen to have them, I am trying to replace my antenna. Thank you

 

Interesting, OP, any more pictures or info on the new antenna?

 

Dasani17, can you send me those pics also? I can't seem to access.....

if you want to email gaitken@rogers.com

Thanks,

 

I'm taking my car to a local car audio shop tomorrow. They said there are a couple of antennas that might work ... I will update

UPDATE 28 January:

Found two local car audio shops who can do the install based on the photos and info from the Forum. Funny, one shop quoted me less than $200 for parts/installation, while the other shop quoted between $300-$500 for the exact same thing! I guess that's the difference between customer service and GREED. The install will happen next Saturday. I'll post pics.

 

Got the shorty antenna installed yesterday at Safe N Sound in Manassas, Va. for less than $125.00. They said the only complication was the bracket, which had to be custom made, so let that be a warning should you decide to get the work done. The antenna is nothing more than a universal antenna, which cost about $29.

 

IM new to this forum, so hello to all! I Just purchased my Jag Xk & haven't taken possession of it yet, although I can wait! but i have a quick question, am i to understand that you can not jam out in this gorgeous vehicle with out this ridiculous 4foot antenna protruding from the rear fender? Not even if u decide to stick with CDs or Sat radio? I hope I'm reading in2 this wrong.
thanks in advance to all & any answer backs.

-DG

 

Hi All,
I have had mine out twice now to repair the mast. The first time it was already bent when I bought the car and I replaced it. Second time, I wasn't paying attention and bent it coming out of the garage. All this in a month. This power antenna mounts straight and looks just like those I have installed on other cars. I bought one off ebay for my new yorker for $19 and it looks just like it. One of those shorty antennas looks like it will work just fine but like Cat says, the mount will need some work.

Dag, just unplug the antenna while it is down as others have done and you won't have any problem.

 

You could also just mount a fused rocker switch under the dash out of the way, to control the power to the antenna. That way you could still enjoy your CD player with your antenna mast down, and raise it when the radio is needed.

 

Does anyone know if those universal masts actually fit and look okay?

My mast had bent, now it makes a horrible sound like the drive cable is stripped and the drive gear is slipping. This happens at the top when going up and at the bottom going down

I dont mind the antenna (when it works that is) although a shorter one would be a plus

Jerry

 

If you are inclined to repair your antenna, take a look at the XK8 FAQ thread for "Replacement & Repair" in the XK8 & XKR 1997-newer "Antenna" section.

If you're inclined to retain the stock antenna, but prefer to control it's up/dn movement (i.e., have it up only when listening to the radio), take a look at the excellent directions for a remote up/down switch provided in the same section as, "Disconnecting/Remote Switch install." There's also an excellent how-to video on YouTube.

 

You can also put a soft wire antenna in your spoiler - I have done this and it works great.

 

Rodney, Would you mind giving us some details on how you installed a soft wire antenna in your spoiler.

 

Check out my post at the end of this page...

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/2...lacement-3566/