Antenna location

[Jake51]

Hi,

Hoping I could get a little help. Looking for measurements showing the location of the antennae assembly on the drivers side before any drilling is done so I can make sure it’s going in the right place. Appreciate it!
Tom

 

[Jdgephar]

Are you set on a stock look? If not, there are some nice, more hidden antennas or windshield mounted ones that don't require holes in your new fenders.

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[Jake51]

Looking for a stock look, appreciate the tip though!

 

[Jake51]

Sorry, relatively new to the site, should have searched first as the info is already out there.

Thanks,

Tom

 

[Fostertn]

I have enough detail on location, but am curious if you had any trouble drilling the hole? I have a Bronco shop manual that advises a 1.187" hole and location, but that puts the center point slightly on the downside slope of the fender...too bad it cant just be at the peak of the fender where there is less chance of screwing up the drilling of the hole. Any suggestions? I assume you found a way to safely drill that hole. I made the mistake of painting before installing the antennae!

 

[Steve83]

Drill a small pilot hole square to the surface, then enlarge it. A stepped bit is best because its round body keeps it centered better, without snagging edges like a spiral bit will.