Contour Enthusiasts Group Archives Forums Modifications Audio OEM Power Antena, adding it after the fact.

Hi Guys,

In response to Horseydug, I?m not sure of the exact origin of my OEM power antenna. It might actually have a transformer on it. I should take a closer look. But it does have 2 connectors on it which threw me off a little. As for not having a pre-existing plug, I?ve gotten all sorts of stories from Ford as to why it was not supplied. My car came with the basic low-end cassette deck and mast antenna. I upgraded to a Sony head unit with cassette and 10 CD changer mounted in truck with a few amps. So, I have a power source for the antenna and the wiring for the remote trigger switch from the deck. Just not sure how to wire the antenna as there is a big yellow label warning not to feed 12v direct to the unit. So, as of this morning, I decided to get an after market part and install it next week. I?ve been consulting with my local installer and even they said the OEM unit without the factory harness would be not worth the effort to do. So, I?m selling my OEM Power Antenna. Any offers?

I?m leaving this project for a few days as I have business matters that require my attention. I?ll probably get back into this next week. I?ll take a closer look at the unit and post my findings.

BDZJunior and Horseydug, thanks for your feedback. Cheers!