Stubby (shorter) antenna

[jhruzek]

Anyone have interference with their TPMS with a replacement antenna?

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[JL8jeff]

Anyone have interference with their TPMS with a replacement antenna?

No, I had to buy the tpms triggering device to get the computer to read the new oem sensors, but they're all working along with the stubby antenna.

 

[RimrockPaul]

I looked at a lottttt. Hi end, low end before changing. At first I was set on the stubby. Wanted to eliminate the whole look of the old antenna. But then I saw a comment from someone saying that aesthetically it didn’t look proportional to the vehicle. That changed it instantly for me personally. So I went on a hunt for a 13” height one. About the height of the windshield approx. ….maybe just a little shorter. I have not lost reception it’s is exactly the same if not better, and so far so good. It’s about half the size of the original OEM. There’s so many out there that you can change it up anytime you want. I also luv the squared off top. I know everyone has their own personal taste. But this is the one I have for now.

~Reese 🩶

Helical wound are more efficient. The longer the better. Like most things.

 

[Zstngz]

I only changed because of the car wash. I had grown accustomed to the original and really didn't mind it eventually.

 

[THE Buckeye Bronco]

I ordered this:

http://www.amazon.com/EcoAuto-Badas...MI4IbRzJnm_wIVWcvjBx1FmAugEAQYASABEgJ-C_D_BwE

 

[KABQ]

This one has worked really well. Almost as good as the factory antenna and really impressive for its size. I'm a terrestrial radio guy, so it matters to me.

https://www.amazon.com/Compatible-F...9TVF7QSM&psc=1&ref_=pd_basp_bia_rpt_ba_s_1_sc

Edited to add a quick (oops, terrible) photo.

Update: I swapped the whippy antenna back on after upgrading speakers. The little antenna seems like it loses a whole octave of lower frequencies. I also got a ton of interference from my ditch lights, which is minimal with the long antenna.

 

[Brutal-Force]

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0181HB6H4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and McMaster

91645A291 316 Stainless Steel Male-Female Hex Thread
Adapter, 1/4"-20 to M5 x 0.8 mm Thread Size

 

[STX Bronco]

So how has your swap been working for you?

 

[CarGuy]

So how has your swap been working for you?

Not bad. I tend to listen to Sirius more that AM/FM. When listening FM, I do notice some stations dropping on a trip where the OEM antenna would hold on a bit longer. The stubby does grab HD radio. I don’t have enough data to know if better/worse/same as the OEM. Overall, I like it and worth the money. I’m also pleased not having it hit the garage overhang and door.

 

[STX Bronco]

Not bad. I tend to listen to Sirius more that AM/FM. When listening FM, I do notice some stations dropping on a trip where the OEM antenna would hold on a bit longer. The stubby does grab HD radio. I don’t have enough data to know if better/worse/same as the OEM. Overall, I like it and worth the money. I’m also pleased not having it hit the garage overhang and door.

Thanks for the info. I might check back down the road again. I use my fm radio quite a bit, so I am not sure I want to sacrifice any distance.

 

[pillar406]

I have this one:

BuiltRight Stubby Perfect Fit Antenna - 2021+ Bronco / 2021+ F-150 / 2 – StickerFab

the signal for XM is fine, the FM/AM is much weaker, but I don't listen to FM so to me, nbd.

The main antenna has nothing to do with XM/ Sirius. The antenna for the satellite radio is on the top of the roll cage crossmembers

 

[Badass Bronc]

I'm using the Rydonair 13" stubby antenna. Better reception than the stock antenna. On their website it says it is made for the Ford F150 but it also fits the Bronco as well

Amazon.com: POSAID 13inch Antenna for Ford F150 2009-2023 Fexible Rubber Pickup Truck Antenna Replacement with Optimized FM/AM Reception : Electronics

 

[Dialtone]

I'm using the Rydonair 13" stubby antenna. Better reception than the stock antenna. On their website it says it is made for the Ford F150 but it also fits the Bronco as well

Amazon.com: POSAID 13inch Antenna for Ford F150 2009-2023 Fexible Rubber Pickup Truck Antenna Replacement with Optimized FM/AM Reception : Electronics

Being somewhat OCD if I couldn't index that antenna so the slant points straight ahead I would feel discomfort

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