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This antenna is from PO, not sure of brand/etc.

Reception is rather weak, like to improve.

Anyone have comments of how stock antenna works or recommendations for alternates?

Thanks.

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zinisk said:
This antenna is from PO, not sure of brand/etc.

Reception is rather weak, like to improve.

Anyone have comments of how stock antenna works or recommendations for alternates?

Thanks.

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I have an antenna that is 1 inch higher then the top of my roof . It helps me know when I go into the casino parking garages if my jeep is too high ..if the antenna his the low clearance sign I know too back out as for reception the taller antenna gets a way better signal..plus you can fit more hot dogs on your antenna to have meals on wheels
 
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I have about a 4” rubber antenna. Looks fine and doesn’t hit stuff when off-roading. Not sure the brand but i seldom use the radio so basically it is there for looks. The stock one kept hitting stuff and bounced around.
 
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tJKrider said:
Second this. Stock antenna is tested and works to OEM specs and requirements. Aftermarket units are usually for aesthetic aspects and rarely perform as good as the OEM antenna.
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Such has been my experience. My Jeep came with one of those stupid .50 cal bullet antennas and my reception was absolutely garbage. Got an OEM one from a coworker that wasn't using their's and everything cleared up fine. Still using it.
 
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I went to a couple inches shorter metal antenna similar to the OEM for the rare occasions I use broadcast radio. Most of the time I'm on SiriusXM. My personal experience with the stubby antennas has them ending up in the trash can.
 
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