Aftermarket antenna

[F150ROD]

I bought the Cravenspeed Stubby Antenna. Made here in the USA.
https://www.cravenspeed.com/the-original-stubby-antenna-for-2009-2020-ford-f-150/

Think I’ll write a post about the install and my thoughts. Like supporting my fellow Americans.

How's the Cravenspeed working out for you?

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[Smitdog]

I'm trying to decide between what I suspect are identical 7" Rydonair antennas, but have different model #'s, and one has a carwash guarantee. The one with the guarantee costs a few bucks more, which I also suspect is to cover the guarantee benefit.

Model # B07WTZK6RH, Carwash Guarantee, $26
https://www.rydonair.com/collection...9-2020-designed-for-optimized-fm-am-reception

Model # B07MJKMGY4, No Guarantee, $22
https://www.rydonair.com/collection...cement-designed-for-optimized-fm-am-reception

Specs state these antennas fit 2009-2020, but I'm assuming they'll also fit a 2021.

I submitted a question on this via the Rydonair web site, but have yet to get a response.

Thoughts / experiences?

Have sent Rydonair two messages on this question, no response.

 

[Bravo36]

They fit, I have one.

 

[klinkor]

I just installed a 13" Rydonair and though I do like the look, I definently lost reception. With the factory antenna, I had perfect coverage on a local radio station 850AM while inside my garage. Now I hear minor crackling.

 

[CommoSGT]

I just installed a 13" Rydonair and though I do like the look, I definently lost reception. With the factory antenna, I had perfect coverage on a local radio station 850AM while inside my garage. Now I hear minor crackling.

AM shouldn't use the aerial antenna. Normally, radios on AM stations use ferrite bar antennas.

 

[NumbersGuy]

How's the Cravenspeed working out for you?

I've been wanting to write-up the install on my thoughts on here, but have been busy. I never listened to FM with the OEM antenna. I tried listening to FM with the Cravenspeed, and it didn't sound as clear as I imagined FM should sound. With that said, I don't really listen to FM...mainly Sirius or CarPlay, so I'm keeping the Cravenspeed so I don't damage my house with the OEM antenna when pulling in the garage.

 

[diesel97]

Do all antennas receive HD broadcasting? or only certain ones

 

[CommoSGT]

The FM antenna should collect the signal just fine. HD is FM radio, just broadcast in digital format and in a narrower band.

 

[MDM]

AM shouldn't use the aerial antenna. Normally, radios on AM stations use ferrite bar antennas.

I listen to a fair amount of AM radio, so you think I can switch to a shorter aerial antenna without losing AM reception? Thanks.

 

[TheRealSOB]

Dealership sold me the Cravenspeed Stubby. Reception is great. Looks nice. The tiny logo on the antenna points at exactly 3 o'clock when tightened down. I appreciate that detail. I'd recommend It for sure.

 

[PB2021]

I'm trying to decide between what I suspect are identical 7" Rydonair antennas, but have different model #'s, and one has a carwash guarantee. The one with the guarantee costs a few bucks more, which I also suspect is to cover the guarantee benefit.

Model # B07WTZK6RH, Carwash Guarantee, $26
https://www.rydonair.com/collection...9-2020-designed-for-optimized-fm-am-reception

Model # B07MJKMGY4, No Guarantee, $22
https://www.rydonair.com/collection...cement-designed-for-optimized-fm-am-reception

Specs state these antennas fit 2009-2020, but I'm assuming they'll also fit a 2021.

I submitted a question on this via the Rydonair web site, but have yet to get a response.

Thoughts / experiences?

From the links you added it appears the mount post on non car wash safe is brass. The car wash safe shows as stainless steel.

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