sticky antennae

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does anyone have any recommendations on lubricating the antennae? mine seems to get stuck sometimes. i used wd-40, which seemed to work pretty well for a while, but it's starting to slow again. i'm sure there is a better solution. thanks!
 
WD40 is not designed as a lubricant, which is why it doesn't last very long when used as one.

Silicone spray works pretty well.
 
its not rattling.. but the antenna motor clicking.. It happens when the antenna was fully retracted or stucked somewhere while the motor is still running to pull it down

Originally posted by Joel:

Does Kragen or Auto Zone carry this?

Also, is that what's making that rattling sound when it goes down? It doesn't do this when it goes up (radio turned on).



[This message has been edited by BostonNSX (edited 13 December 2002).]
 
If it is clicking on the down-stroke, it is because it was not fully extended - from the down position, as it starts to raise, "help" it to extend fully - you will likely find that it is sticking close to one of the joints, where the crud tends to accumulate. Clean it thoroughly then lube it & it should work better. If it is "tweaked" at all, you probably need a new mast or it will constantly stick at that point.
Consider a "smartenna" from Dali so it only goes up for radio reception & not for CD.

[This message has been edited by D'Ecosse (edited 15 December 2002).]
 
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