Hidden Radio Antenna? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

MrBlue · 08-11-2009, 01:21 PM

Greetings,
Anyone ever use a hidden type radio antenna in their truck?

We would like to get rid of the mast style if we can find one that get's good recommendations.
Thanks
MrBlue

72freak · 08-11-2009, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by MrBlue

Greetings,
Anyone ever use a hidden type radio antenna in their truck?

We would like to get rid of the mast style if we can find one that get's good recommendations.
Thanks
MrBlue

I have used a few with minimal success. There are a few powered ones for dresser type motorcycles that seem to work pretty well.

38chevyhotrod · 08-11-2009, 01:59 PM

I tried one that costed me about 70 dollar. It is already in the garbage right now. Completely useless.

*vegaschevy* · 08-11-2009, 02:03 PM

I too would like to find something

howard_m18 · 08-11-2009, 02:11 PM

I will add my name to those that are looking for 1 as I will be pretty soon. Brothers & Classic Parts both have them for $40,BUT I have no input on these. I have seen trucks with the regular antenna that they put behind the cab,looks good. Howard

big_al_71 · 08-11-2009, 03:45 PM

I had the antenna hole shaved on my truck with the idea that I was not going to listen to anything other than my ipod thru the radio but of course I wanted radio stations so the antenna we took off we layed it under the dash fully opened and tied it to the dash panel, lord and behold I can hear any station as clear as possible I dont have a stupid antenna outside and best of all I just recycled my own.

You would never know is there unless you looked under there and looked for it as it is not easily seen.
If anyone is intyerested in seeing how we attached it let me know and I will shoot a pict.

Lemield · 08-11-2009, 03:47 PM

I am using a Tune Trapper hidden antenna in my CST and in my C20. I have hidden stereo systems in both trucks. The antennas are mounted behind the drivers seat and they both work great. My stock antenna is still hooked to my stock in dash radios. Others might sell them but I got mine on Ebay....just search for Tune trapper....I like them.

chevy_mike · 08-11-2009, 04:00 PM

Radio... what's that???

Between MP3's, iPod and CD's, I never listen to the radio.

Well to keep this on topic, on my last '68, I shaved the fuel filler and frenched in a power antenna. No mast sticking up unless I was using the radio (CD's, it was down). Something to think about.

Ackattack · 08-11-2009, 04:07 PM

I have a shaved fiberglass cowl on my 68 and will need to figure out something too

6772owner · 08-11-2009, 04:17 PM

On my trucks I used (1) a universal antenna from Wal Mart (72' C10) and (2) an antenna out of a 96' Camaro (67' K10) and mounted both to my frame rail (drivers side, ran the cable out the firewall and down with the speedo cable to the frame) and havent had any problems with it. I use my Sirius radio through an FM channel all the time.....

mclairmo · 08-11-2009, 05:30 PM

I tried one and it sucked. It was basically a $10 wire that you run under the dash. Maybe the more expensive ones actually work.

sjarrett71 · 08-11-2009, 05:35 PM

Board member Sammy has a frenched antenna and it looks pretty cool.

foosed · 08-11-2009, 09:48 PM

My antenna is frenched.

epashhans · 08-11-2009, 09:54 PM

Hey big al, I have thought about doing that. Can you shoot me a pic or post it here? Thanks!

gmcdude · 08-11-2009, 10:02 PM

I too need some type of antenna,I don't think I could mp3,or ipod. I don't want to give up my eight track for cassettes.

08-11-2009, 01:21 PM	#1
MrBlue Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Laporte, IN Posts: 167	Hidden Radio Antenna? Greetings, Anyone ever use a hidden type radio antenna in their truck? We would like to get rid of the mast style if we can find one that get's good recommendations. Thanks MrBlue

08-11-2009, 01:59 PM	#3
38chevyhotrod Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Netherlands Posts: 191	Re: Hidden Radio Antenna? I tried one that costed me about 70 dollar. It is already in the garbage right now. Completely useless. __________________ Anybody can restore a classic, takes a man to cut one up..... http://www.arnoldscustoms.com

08-11-2009, 02:03 PM	#4
vegaschevy Account Suspended Join Date: May 2009 Location: las vegas nv Posts: 1,493	Re: Hidden Radio Antenna? I too would like to find something

08-11-2009, 02:11 PM	#5
howard_m18 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: clarkston,MI Posts: 217	Re: Hidden Radio Antenna? I will add my name to those that are looking for 1 as I will be pretty soon. Brothers & Classic Parts both have them for $40,BUT I have no input on these. I have seen trucks with the regular antenna that they put behind the cab,looks good. Howard __________________ 1967 C10 LWB, painted 2010 MUSTANG GRABBER BLUE & finally got it on the road after sitting in garage for 10+ yrs. Howard in MI. Last edited by howard_m18; 08-11-2009 at 02:13 PM.

08-11-2009, 03:45 PM	#6
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Hidden Radio Antenna? I had the antenna hole shaved on my truck with the idea that I was not going to listen to anything other than my ipod thru the radio but of course I wanted radio stations so the antenna we took off we layed it under the dash fully opened and tied it to the dash panel, lord and behold I can hear any station as clear as possible I dont have a stupid antenna outside and best of all I just recycled my own. You would never know is there unless you looked under there and looked for it as it is not easily seen. If anyone is intyerested in seeing how we attached it let me know and I will shoot a pict. __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

08-11-2009, 03:47 PM	#7
Lemield Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Arvada Colorado Posts: 1,321	Re: Hidden Radio Antenna? I am using a Tune Trapper hidden antenna in my CST and in my C20. I have hidden stereo systems in both trucks. The antennas are mounted behind the drivers seat and they both work great. My stock antenna is still hooked to my stock in dash radios. Others might sell them but I got mine on Ebay....just search for Tune trapper....I like them. __________________ Larry 1949 Willys CJ2A, Kubota Turbo Diesel engine, Warn Overdrive, 11 inch brakes, 12volt, Warn M8000 Winch "Little Green" 1970 Rustoleum Roller Red C20 Custom Camper 454 TH400 "Big Red" 1971 K20 6.2 Turbo Diesel 4x4 4spd Ranger Overdrive "Pumpkin Wagon" 2005 VW Beetle Diesel 44+ MPG "Silver Bullet"

08-11-2009, 04:00 PM	#8
chevy_mike Never Ending Projects Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 3,836	Re: Hidden Radio Antenna? Radio... what's that??? Between MP3's, iPod and CD's, I never listen to the radio. Well to keep this on topic, on my last '68, I shaved the fuel filler and frenched in a power antenna. No mast sticking up unless I was using the radio (CD's, it was down). Something to think about. __________________ . 1965 C10 Panel, Tiki Express http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=506580 SOLD 1968 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod Hauler http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313233 SOLD 1965 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415702 SOLD We were given two ears and one mouth for a reason... listen twice as much and speak half as often...

08-11-2009, 04:07 PM	#9
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,524	Re: Hidden Radio Antenna? I have a shaved fiberglass cowl on my 68 and will need to figure out something too __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

08-11-2009, 04:17 PM	#10
6772owner Gearhead Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,193	Re: Hidden Radio Antenna? On my trucks I used (1) a universal antenna from Wal Mart (72' C10) and (2) an antenna out of a 96' Camaro (67' K10) and mounted both to my frame rail (drivers side, ran the cable out the firewall and down with the speedo cable to the frame) and havent had any problems with it. I use my Sirius radio through an FM channel all the time..... __________________ 2002 Saturn SL2, My D/D 2019 Ford Fusion SE, Ecoboost - Wife's D/D 1993 Camaro Z28, A4, CAI, Cat-Back Exhaust Project C10 (my 72' C10 w/96' LT1, 700R4, bagged F&R, 18's (for now), Short/Fleet) -- SOLD! Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313644 Last edited by 6772owner; 08-11-2009 at 04:18 PM. Reason: text

08-11-2009, 05:30 PM	#11
mclairmo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Take Off Posts: 1,908	Re: Hidden Radio Antenna? I tried one and it sucked. It was basically a $10 wire that you run under the dash. Maybe the more expensive ones actually work.

08-11-2009, 05:35 PM	#12
sjarrett71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rolla, MO Posts: 2,463	Re: Hidden Radio Antenna? Board member Sammy has a frenched antenna and it looks pretty cool. __________________ -Scott-

08-11-2009, 09:48 PM	#13
foosed Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Huron, sd Posts: 463	Re: Hidden Radio Antenna? My antenna is frenched. Attached Images __________________ 1970 c/10 swb (show truck) 1972 custom/10 deluxe 4x4 (restoration pending) 2011 silverado ecsb z71 (daily driver)

08-11-2009, 09:54 PM	#14
epashhans Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: MT Posts: 319	Re: Hidden Radio Antenna? Hey big al, I have thought about doing that. Can you shoot me a pic or post it here? Thanks! __________________ '67 C-10 Shorty - 454, 5spd, and speed holes!

08-11-2009, 10:02 PM	#15
gmcdude Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Abingdon, Virginia Posts: 300	Re: Hidden Radio Antenna? I too need some type of antenna,I don't think I could mp3,or ipod. I don't want to give up my eight track for cassettes.



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