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Antenna on spoiler

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by KTPhil, Mar 10, 2005.

  1. KTPhil

    KTPhil Active Member

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    With all the boards coming and going, I lost track of a post talking abut mounting an antenna (XM?) on the rear spoiler. I would try it out before drilling any holes. Most antennae require a ground plane to work correctly. This is usually supplied by the sheet metal of the car body. The spoiler, being plastic, surrounded by glass, may not work well.
     
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    I think they mounted the antenna IN the spoiler as I recall
     
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  4. KTPhil

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    Cool! I searched but "antenna" didn't find it a couple of days ago. The Pruis Board Gods must be having a bad week...

    Sounds like he didn't have any problems; a great stealth install!
     
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    Yes, I had no problems. One of my favorite mods. I'm planning on putting a TV and Sirius Antenna in there someday as well when those features become available.

    Nate
     
    #5 naterprius, Mar 10, 2005
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