Antenna Ground Ring

[awryexperiment]

Hi Fellows,
I am wondering if anyone has run across a similar problem where their antenna has developed a wiggle.

My 72 C20 has a fixed mast antenna located in the factory hole (right side of the wiper cowl near the pass door). I removed the cowl and found there's a rectangular soft metal "ground ring" under the sheet metal as part of the mounting bracket.

The problem is that my ground ring developed a crack so it cannot keep the antenna mounted rigidly to the cowl. I haven't been able to find this part reproduced separately, so I would need to buy a whole new antenna kit.

Has anyone had a similar problem? Was there any way to fix the problem without replacing he entire antenna?

thanks.

[mr48chev]

This is where photos could help a lot. Not only of the inside and the ring but the outside so those in the know can tell if it is a "Genuine GM" factory style antenna or aftermarket.

I haven't had an issue on my 71 and am sure I have the original antenna but on some other rigs have had problems where someone replaced a broken original antenna with an aftermarket antenna that almost fit but almost close enough only counts in horseshoes and hand gernades.

[awryexperiment]

Thanks, I'll grab a few photos. I'm almost certain its not the factory antenna, but a period replacement.

[Richard]

Going to be hard to recommend a fix on an old aftermarket part that may not be common. Maybe with pics? Here are two replacements that are original reproductions. I have the fixed mast one and it is just like an original. Have talked to others that have used the telescopic version and they said the same.
Fixed mast https://classicparts.com/1967-72-ant...tationary-mast
Telescopic mast https://classicparts.com/1967-72-antenna-telescopic
Unfortunately the price has almost doubled since mine was purchased.

[awryexperiment]

Sorry for the delay... I figured out how to add photos to the gallery and finally figured out how to add them to this post (see subsequent posts below).

The photos show the base/mount of the antenna and the cracked ground ring (rectangular metal object).

[awryexperiment]

[awryexperiment]

[Rich69shortfleet]

I might have one of those lying around.

[awryexperiment]

Originally Posted by Rich69shortfleet

I might have one of those lying around.

If you have one that you are willing to part with, then I am willing to buy it and pay shipping.

Thank you very much!

[Rich69shortfleet]

I'll take a look the next time I'm up at the shop. Original antenna was an AM telescoping antenna and the lead broke off the main body. I replaced it with a fixed mast AM/FM aftermarket antenna and I don't plan on ever going back to the original style.

[Rich69shortfleet]

FYI, the weather just turned to crap here today. My shop is not at my house and not heated so it may be a few days until I get up there to look for the part. Just wanted you to know I'm not blowing you off.

[awryexperiment]

Originally Posted by Rich69shortfleet

FYI, the weather just turned to crap here today. My shop is not at my house and not heated so it may be a few days until I get up there to look for the part. Just wanted you to know I'm not blowing you off.

Thanks for the update, I appreciate your time and help.

[jaros44sr]

Thanks for the link, went down the road of fixing mine to no avail
Looks like a reproduction is my only choice
Any one use the reproduction with some guality advice

[Rich69shortfleet]

Originally Posted by jaros44sr

Thanks for the link, went down the road of fixing mine to no avail
Looks like a reproduction is my only choice
Any one use the reproduction with some guality advice

I put a reproduction FM (fixed mast) antenna on my 69. Works just fine and fit just fine. I got mine from National Parts Depot. The grommet attached where the cable goes through the hole in the body fit was very tight but I suppose that is a good thing. The cable was a longer than needed so you have to coil the excess up under the dash and tie it down. Better than too short!

This is the one I used: https://www.npdlink.com/product/radi...1969&year=1969

[Rich69shortfleet]

Originally Posted by awryexperiment

Thanks for the update, I appreciate your time and help.

I found my old antenna and the fixture you need is there. I'll send you some info via message later today.

[awryexperiment]

Originally Posted by Rich69shortfleet

I found my old antenna and the fixture you need is there. I'll send you some info via message later today.

Thanks!

[jaros44sr]

Originally Posted by Rich69shortfleet

I put a reproduction FM (fixed mast) antenna on my 69. Works just fine and fit just fine. I got mine from National Parts Depot. The grommet attached where the cable goes through the hole in the body fit was very tight but I suppose that is a good thing. The cable was a longer than needed so you have to coil the excess up under the dash and tie it down. Better than too short!

This is the one I used: https://www.npdlink.com/product/radi...1969&year=1969

Thanks for the information I’ll order one soon it looks like it has a steep mounting angle does it adjust

[Rich69shortfleet]

Originally Posted by jaros44sr

Thanks for the information I’ll order one soon it looks like it has a steep mounting angle does it adjust

It fits the slope of the cowl's mounting hole. Antenna sits perfectly vertical when installed.

[slikside]

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