Re: [Chevelle-list] To "antenna or NOT TO ANTENNA, that is the question."
An antenna for the FM broadcast band is typically a little longer than 2 feet. That's a quarter wavelength. A low impedence coax cable (50/75 ohms) is usually supplied with them. It would even be possible to transmit on it. AM radio wavelengths could be measured in miles so any AM antenna is going to be too short. Most AM receivers have a little adjustment in the side (varible capacitor) to "tume in" for best reception. An AM only antenna should have a coil (inductor) at the base to make it appear electrically longer and would be bad for FM recption. I could'nt tell you what's in a windshield antenna... On my '65, I have a 19 1/2" antenna on the back where the broadcast one used to be, and use it with a 2 meter ham radio. > It is true that the AM antenna will not effectively pick up FM. The way the AM > only radios were made, utilizing a cheaper grade antenna with a higher grade > internal receiver, it is virtually impossible to use an AM only antenna for FM > stations. That is why when you have an AM/FM conversion done on radios the internal > receiver is changed also. > > > James > Signature Clock & Gauge --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] 1965 Chevelle Malibu 327 4 spd --- Chuck Kranz Amateur Radio StationWA7OEF [EMAIL PROTECTED] - http://wa7oef.net - http://wa7oef.org - http://ckz.us
Re: [Chevelle-list] To "antenna or NOT TO ANTENNA, that is the question."
In a message dated 10/18/2003 11:05:09 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Is this strickly a 1969 "item?"Where would I get an antenna lead? It's an 18 inchcoax cable between windshield antenna and the radio.Can one be made somehow? Or whaaat!!?Also what is this I heard that there were AM antennaswhich will not receive AM-FM? Been hearing aboutthat lately, but no one I have talked with is sure aboutthis, anyone know on here?Still not sure whether to go aftermarket or not, beenseeing a lot of origional power antennas on ebay for'68-72 intermediate GM cars and not sure whetherit is worth the trouble to get one, make it work andadd an origional factory GM Power Antenna "Switch." Just wondering if anyone knows? --John Windshield antennas are 70-72 only. 69 and older had them mounted on the fender in most cases, some were on the right quarter panel. Tom
Re: [Chevelle-list] To "antenna or NOT TO ANTENNA, that is the question."
In a message dated 10/18/2003 11:26:58 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It is true that the AM antenna will not effectively pick up FM. The way the AM only radios were made, utilizing a cheaper grade antenna with a higher grade internal receiver, it is virtually impossible to use an AM only antenna for FM stations. That is why when you have an AM/FM conversion done on radios the internal receiver is changed also. James Signature Clock & Gauge Nope, the original AM antenna in my 69 picks up FM stations better than any of my other cars. Tom
RE: [Chevelle-list] To "antenna or NOT TO ANTENNA, that is the question."
I believe it comes with everything from the two-terminal lug that attaches at the base of the windshield to the plug at the back of the radio. I haven’t seen one in a while though and don't have one right here. Here is the part number if you are interested - PP00102. You can click that or type windshield antenna into the search box on our web site. John Nasta Old Car Network http://oldcarnetwork.com -Original Message- Is this strickly a 1969 "item?" Where would I get an antenna lead? It's an 18 inch coax cable between windshield antenna and the radio. Can one be made somehow? Or whaaat!!? Also what is this I heard that there were AM antennas which will not receive AM-FM? Been hearing about that lately, but no one I have talked with is sure about this, anyone know on here? Still not sure whether to go aftermarket or not, been seeing a lot of origional power antennas on ebay for '68-72 intermediate GM cars and not sure whether it is worth the trouble to get one, make it work and add an origional factory GM Power Antenna "Switch." Just wondering if anyone knows? --John
Re: [Chevelle-list] To "antenna or NOT TO ANTENNA, that is the question."
It is true that the AM antenna will not effectively pick up FM. The way the AM only radios were made, utilizing a cheaper grade antenna with a higher grade internal receiver, it is virtually impossible to use an AM only antenna for FM stations. That is why when you have an AM/FM conversion done on radios the internal receiver is changed also. James Signature Clock & Gauge Do you Yahoo!? The New Yahoo! Shopping - with improved product search
RE: [Chevelle-list] To "antenna or NOT TO ANTENNA, that is the question."
Title: Message Antenna extension cables are readily available in many parts stores. Most aftermarket antennas I've seen have some cable with them, just plug the extension(s) in to meet your needs. Been a long time, but doesn't a FM antenna hav to be a specific height for good reception? My wife's last two cars (93 SHO and now a 03 Sable) both have windshield antennas and get good reception probably 75 miles out of major areas. After that we talk or listen to CDs anyway. In the GR8PMKN or my Elky, I'm listening to CDs or the highway anyway. :*) Dale McIntosh TC Gold #92/ACES #1709/NECOA #41 67SS/67 Elky Dale’s Place – My 67 SS and 67 El Camino ChevelleStuff – Decoding info on 64-72 Chevelles Team 67 – 1967 Chevelle/El Camino Specific Midwest Chevelles – Midwest Chevelle Show Information -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Saturday, October 18, 2003 9:05 AMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: [Chevelle-list] To "antenna or NOT TO ANTENNA,that is the question."Is this strickly a 1969 "item?"Where would I get an antenna lead? It's an 18 inchcoax cable between windshield antenna and the radio.Can one be made somehow? Or whaaat!!?Also what is this I heard that there were AM antennaswhich will not receive AM-FM? Been hearing aboutthat lately, but no one I have talked with is sure aboutthis, anyone know on here?Still not sure whether to go aftermarket or not, beenseeing a lot of origional power antennas on ebay for'68-72 intermediate GM cars and not sure whetherit is worth the trouble to get one, make it work andadd an origional factory GM Power Antenna "Switch." Just wondering if anyone knows? --John
[Chevelle-list] To "antenna or NOT TO ANTENNA, that is the question."
Is this strickly a 1969 "item?" Where would I get an antenna lead? It's an 18 inch coax cable between windshield antenna and the radio. Can one be made somehow? Or whaaat!!? Also what is this I heard that there were AM antennas which will not receive AM-FM? Been hearing about that lately, but no one I have talked with is sure about this, anyone know on here? Still not sure whether to go aftermarket or not, been seeing a lot of origional power antennas on ebay for '68-72 intermediate GM cars and not sure whether it is worth the trouble to get one, make it work and add an origional factory GM Power Antenna "Switch." Just wondering if anyone knows? --John
