[tk288]

Anybody replaced their antenna with a shorter one? Any pics and where can I get one?

 

[RodMoe]

Perrin Shorty Rally Sport Direct

Perrin Super Shorty Antenna 2in Mitsubishi EVO 8/9 2003-2006 / Subaru WRX/STI w/ SAT Radio 2008-2014 / Focus ST 2013-2014 / Fiesta ST 2014

 

[wash]

Can anyone speak to how these shorty antennas change the radio reception?

I live in an area that isn't really flat and the transmission towers are about 50 miles away. It translates to crummy over the air TV reception at home and analog radio going fuzzy under an overpass, more hum than I think is normal, etc.

I feel like my reception is kind of marginal with the standard antenna but I believe its mostly the quality of the transmission.

I still don't want to do anything that will make it worse.

 

[D1JL]

Can anyone speak to how these shorty antennas change the radio reception?

I still don't want to do anything that will make it worse.

I changed mine because it looks better.
Also it was left over from another car, so it was basically free.
I use SAT so this antenna is not used.
If you want good reception, keep it stock.


Dave

 

[RodMoe]

What isThis R A D I O you speak of ?? LOL
Don't listen to radio anymore so can't say mine also was just for looks and the 12.347 HP the lower antenna aero effect gives me.

 

[D1JL]

I agree.
Less drag equals more HP.

Dave

 

[CarefreeAZ]

Anybody replaced their antenna with a shorter one? Any pics and where can I get one?

I have this antenna on my ST. I had it on my SES because it cleared the Euro spoiler (the OEM rubbed). Reception is still good and I like the thicker look of middle section.

http://www.ecstuning.com/Volkswagen-Jetta_V--2.5/Exterior/Antennas/ES251689/

 

[quiznos]

What isThis R A D I O you speak of ?? LOL
Don't listen to radio anymore so can't say mine also was just for looks and the 12.347 HP the lower antenna aero effect gives me.

Don't forget to plastidip your rims, paint your calipers, and add non sponsoring sponsor stickers!

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[RodMoe]

Don't forget to plastidip your rims, paint your calipers, and add non sponsoring sponsor stickers!

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I might be able to stencil on a dohc vtec stripe on the lower door Yo .. Lol

 

[quiznos]

Put some 19s and camber them out to the max.

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[reddog99]

Can anyone speak to how these shorty antennas change the radio reception?

I live in an area that isn't really flat and the transmission towers are about 50 miles away. It translates to crummy over the air TV reception at home and analog radio going fuzzy under an overpass, more hum than I think is normal, etc.

I feel like my reception is kind of marginal with the standard antenna but I believe its mostly the quality of the transmission.

I still don't want to do anything that will make it worse.

If your reception is marginal now, the last thing you want is a shorter antenna. I listen to the radio a lot and would be inclined to install a longer antenna, if anything. I prefer function over form.

 

[Drifter]

I replaced mine with a Wesbrook one from Teamtorquesteer.co.uk