Aftermarket Antenna - Where to find on that's not $400 ?
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This should be interesting...
Alex V had a stubby antenna on his car at NSXPO. There should be a pic somewhere in Lud's NSXPO pics. I asked him about it and here was the reply:
That antenna fits without modifications. I did have to shorten the cable that came with the antenna to cut down the excess, but no mods to the NSX wiring or fender hole were needed. It is the only aftermarket stubby antenna that I know that does not require any modifications to the NSX. The S2000 antenna requires enlargement of the fender hole to make it fit. It looks like it is an amplified antenna, with wiring for power. Reception is decent, with no noticeable loss.
It is made a company called ZENDAR, and should be available at any auto accessories store. If you have trouble finding it, let me know. I can get it for you from out here in Southern CA. It costs about $55.
HTH.
Regards,
Alex
ALEXANDER A. VIZCARRA
NSX Club of America
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92 Red/Blk
That antenna fits without modifications. I did have to shorten the cable that came with the antenna to cut down the excess, but no mods to the NSX wiring or fender hole were needed. It is the only aftermarket stubby antenna that I know that does not require any modifications to the NSX. The S2000 antenna requires enlargement of the fender hole to make it fit. It looks like it is an amplified antenna, with wiring for power. Reception is decent, with no noticeable loss.
It is made a company called ZENDAR, and should be available at any auto accessories store. If you have trouble finding it, let me know. I can get it for you from out here in Southern CA. It costs about $55.
HTH.
Regards,
Alex
ALEXANDER A. VIZCARRA
NSX Club of America
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92 Red/Blk
thanks for the info normrd. i've found the antenna you mentioned and it's now only $20
http://www.starmotors.net/zendar/antennas.htm
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Xane Ze
http://www.starmotors.net/zendar/antennas.htm
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Xane Ze
I found an antenna that's even less expensive, and I swear the reception is just as good as the S2000 or NSX stock antennas. It's a wire hanger and I got it from my local dry cleaners. They gave it to me for free with my cleaning. It looks just like it came from the factory.
Anyone ever try the $8 short rubber floppy one found at Radio Shack? I had one on my MR2 Spyder and it fit perfectly.
NXSTASY is right. The best part is that it comes complete with this really neat cardboard tube. If you dip it in wax it is a great waterproof cigarette holder. BTW, if you can get a black hanger, they look really sharp !
funny funny.....
seriously... the short antenna looks great on Alex V's car. Goes well with his red and black theme and black wheels.
I thought about doing that antenna myself after seeing it at the XMAS party this year.
I'm surprised it's so inexpensive.
I didn't know there was any part on that car that costs under 5K.
seriously... the short antenna looks great on Alex V's car. Goes well with his red and black theme and black wheels.
I thought about doing that antenna myself after seeing it at the XMAS party this year.
I'm surprised it's so inexpensive.
I didn't know there was any part on that car that costs under 5K.
xane ze,
Did you get the antenna...i followed the link and sent an email but have heard nothing?
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92 Red/Blk
Did you get the antenna...i followed the link and sent an email but have heard nothing?
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92 Red/Blk
I didn't know there was any part on that car that costs under 5K.
Oil filters list for $14, the crush washer is $.35, the rubber end caps that keep coming off the bracket behind the spare tire are around $6, etc.
Oil filters list for $14, the crush washer is $.35, the rubber end caps that keep coming off the bracket behind the spare tire are around $6, etc.
I forwarded an e-mail to thr link address and have not heard anything either.
I have found it else where for $50 bucks. Still waiting to hear from Starmotors.
http://www.antennaworld.com/eshop/default.asp?WCI=ItemDetails&WCE=AW-17Z090
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92 Red/Blk
http://www.antennaworld.com/eshop/default.asp?WCI=ItemDetails&WCE=AW-17Z090
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92 Red/Blk
i don't know what the deal is but those fargin' iceholes haven't returned my e-mail either. great service, kinda like another vendor that i've tried buying stuff from. he sent me the wrong product and when i asked to exchange it for the item i ordered, he replied crying giving me this long diatribe on how he gets 800 e-mails a day (sure.) i never received the product or heard from him again.
normrd - nice find on the other site, and i apologize for leading you in the wrong direction.
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Xane Ze
normrd - nice find on the other site, and i apologize for leading you in the wrong direction.
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Xane Ze
I have located the US distributor and waiting for a price quotation from them. Let's see if they will do a group buy. Send me an email if you are interested.
Jay
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Jay
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I have located the US distributor and waiting for a price quotation from them. Let's see if they will do a group buy. Send me an email if you are interested.
Jay
[email protected]
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www.s-zero.net
Jay
[email protected]
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Hi Jay,
I would be interested. If you can get the same price or better than Starmotors, then I will be definitely interested.
My email is [email protected]
Thanks!
Aren't you guys afraid the fixed antena would get knocked off in the auto car wash!
I don't think most of us take our cars to the autowashes...but i think it would be fine for those who did.
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92 Red/Blk
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92 Red/Blk
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actually, if you look at the specs on the zendar mini racing, it appears to have a 45 -90ish degree hinge. so if you are one of the few that don't hand wash, you still shouldn't have a problem with "knocking" it off. though i could be wrong
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Xane Ze
[This message has been edited by xane ze (edited 19 December 2001).]
Car Washes, seriously, no sir????? I have only wash mine by hand. However, I am interested in buying, price dependent.
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Live Free or Die
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Live Free or Die
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a little more $$ than nsxtasy's coat hanger
, but more options
http://www.locustom.com/main_frames/main_items/vShoppingCart-5-PayPal/vitem-1.htm
In addition to the Zendar Mini-Racing one that Alex V recommends, I think the MDX replacement and the "Shark Attack II" look good too. Both include built-in signal amps, which should improve performance.
http://www.locustom.com/main_frames/main_items/vShoppingCart-5-PayPal/vitem-1.htm
In addition to the Zendar Mini-Racing one that Alex V recommends, I think the MDX replacement and the "Shark Attack II" look good too. Both include built-in signal amps, which should improve performance.
