I see a service advertisement in the driveline for a fellow that will rework the reproduction antennas to function like the original on straight axel cars. What is the correct function and appearance?
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Re: 1959 Radio Antenna
Issue has to do primarily with the height of the collapsed mast which judges use as one inspection/check point. Repro/service spare units were slightly taller. But, the base that sits in your trunk has correct orientation of fastner items to watch (didn't want sheet metal screws punching/ripping luggage) and judges WILL take inspector's mirror and check for proper known original mfgr casting marks/Chevy Bowtie emblem which I don't think these services can provide. Chuck Berge should be able to help us more on this.... -
Re: 1959 Radio Antenna
Issue has to do primarily with the height of the collapsed mast which judges use as one inspection/check point. Repro/service spare units were slightly taller. But, the base that sits in your trunk has correct orientation of fastner items to watch (didn't want sheet metal screws punching/ripping luggage) and judges WILL take inspector's mirror and check for proper known original mfgr casting marks/Chevy Bowtie emblem which I don't think these services can provide. Chuck Berge should be able to help us more on this....Comment
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Re: 1959 Radio Antenna
Jeff,
On original antennas, all three sections of the mast extend and retract into the fender cavity. Fully retracted measurement is about 5-6" above the fender. On reproductions, the outer section,(base) doesn't retract into the fender cavity. It's an automatic failure on a Performance Verification.
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Re: 1959 Radio Antenna
Jeff,
On original antennas, all three sections of the mast extend and retract into the fender cavity. Fully retracted measurement is about 5-6" above the fender. On reproductions, the outer section,(base) doesn't retract into the fender cavity. It's an automatic failure on a Performance Verification.
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