Automatic antenna source

[Dave Head]

The antenna mast is available from the dealer - about 40.00. If it was 
working fine before (not grinding after retracting/extending) then you 
are looking at 45 minutes work with a phillips screwdriver and a 8/10mm 
wrench start to finish.
Go to antennaworld.com - they actually post the dealer pn as they don't 
offer it. They offer used parts if needed, except for the big black 
gear. If that is chewed up, you'll have to source that part from a 
junkyard. It gets chewed up because the nylon chassis is worn out, 
allowing the metal gear to walk and chew up the black gear. I've rebuild 
4 of these and they are really simple. They are also one of the finest 
electric antennas out there, so give it a go before you give up on it.

alan page wrote:

>Hello,
>
>My power antenna on my '94 S4 got broken and is hanging by the 
>cable. I saw references in the archives to folks rebuilding the 
>masts on these. I assume the dealer cost on a new unit is very 
>high; does anyone have a supplier for the antenna parts or a 
>replacement unit?
>
>Thank you,
>Alan Page
>Newtown, CT USA
>'90 80q
>'94 S4
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