Power Antenna

[biceps1]

Hey Gang,

I have a problem with the power antenna in my 1985. The motor continually cycles, even with the power off, and the antenna will not retract. I have replaced the antenna relay, but the problem continues. I had to cut the green wire to the antenna so the motor would quit spinning.

Any ideas?

 

[Shadowing1985v]

hmm

i have a 85 too
when i bought it the guy disscounected the antenna on mine

i never messed with it yet,, but i will in the future, its on the list

 

[Vettelt193]

it sounds like the ribbon... I think Ecklers sells just the ribbon instead of the whole unit.... They don't work on all of the antenna's though, It depends on which one you have... I am sure others will be able to help you out as well.

 

[rwd]

Had the same problem with my '85 early on and went through the same steps. Had to replace the antenna. I don't think the ribbons were available then (fifteen years ago). Even so, it'd still be an old antenna and the motor could fail shortly afterward. I think I'd consider a new unit. It's not a tough job by any means, and it's possible one of the websites like M/A or Ecklers may have the installation instructions posted.

 

[Shadowing1985v]

Ecklers sells a after market one that is like 40 bucks

i would just buy that one if i was u

 

[jsinga]

There many different GM power antennas. I think the 85 uses a giant piece of weedeater string in it.
At one time you could get repair kits from GM, now they want to sell you a whole antenna for big bucks.
I ordered a repair kit 3 or 4 years ago from Ecklers and fixed my 87.
Here are the numbers I saved. I think some of these numbers are GM PN's, a lot of Ecklers, MAD and others by GM stuff and re-sell it.
The kit cost @ $15
The antenna comes out from under the wheel well.

Antenna Repair Cable for Corvette
22038195
GR. 9.647
Cable
9804E7
on bar code:
0 36666 45350 8
Eckler's number
29285

Hope this helps,

JS