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Stubby antenna?

Caduceus

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Does anyone have an aftermarket stubby antenna? I'd like to switch to one for aesthetics but the OEM one does serve as a de facto height checker 😁

Any pros/cons I should be aware of? Brand/model recommendations?

Thanks all!
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Several threads on this. Do a search on “Antenna” - titles only.
 

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Dealership swapped mine out before sale. I live in the middle of town, so no issue with reception. I usually stream anyway, so even if my reception takes a hit, I wouldn't really know. It's an antennae, performance comes with length. If you're switching to a stub for aesthetic reasons just pick the prettiest one for your dollar.
 

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I bought a rando one off Amazon that had good ratings and it seems to work fine. One benefit of the OEM one is that it is slightly taller than your truck and will warn you in a parking garage if it hits something.

Or... search on the forum. ;-)
 

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One thing to keep in mind / some people may not be aware, the factory (long) antenna also serves as a height check for the roof.
 
 







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