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1stgenbird · #1 10-13-2016, 10:19 AM

My 67 went into the shop today for body work and paint. I am considering having the antenna hole on the front fender filled in and going with one of those interior hidden antennas. Anyone have any experiences good or bad with these?

68400BIRD · #2 10-13-2016, 11:20 AM

I have one in my trunk. It is stuck uner the package tray. Not super happy with the results. I run my iphone and iheart radio most of the time while I'm in the car.

nashcar · #3 10-13-2016, 02:50 PM

I was going to install one on my Nova but after reading the reviews went with the original rear antenna.

Tim john · #4 10-13-2016, 03:27 PM

There is a company in Colorado that had several front windshield 's made for first gen. Firebird's and Camaro's with a built in antenna. I have their contact information somewhere if you would like it.

Tim john---

1stgenbird · #5 10-13-2016, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Tim john

There is a company in Colorado that had several front windshield 's made for first gen. Firebird's and Camaro's with a built in antenna. I have their contact information somewhere if you would like it.

Tim john---

Yes, I would like the contact info. Thanks

Tim john · #6 10-13-2016, 07:20 PM

Currently out of town and will dig it up on Monday and report back.

Tim john---

92GTA · #7 10-13-2016, 08:31 PM

Do most people even listen to the FM radio anymore? Isn't that why HD FM adoption kinda failed and took so long?

I would think most are streaming from their phone (Pandora, etc). I plan on buying the BT factory reproduction radio for this reason for my 69.

That said, I did an aftermarket antenna like that in my 1992 Trans Am back like 13 years ago when I replaced the windshield. It for sure was not nearly as strong reception as a good old fashioned type antenna. I'd say it reduced the range by about a third. I'll be keeping the rear power antenna on my 69 just for this reason even though I haven't listened to FM in years now.

Inogame · #8 10-14-2016, 11:24 AM

I find it's natural to have anxiety about removing an option even if you never use it... at least that's the way I am. I can't tell you how many time I worry about not being able to do something I'd never consider. lol

XLR8STEVE · #9 10-14-2016, 02:28 PM

Used hidden antenna from retrosound. No worky. They (retro) say you have to mount it high up to work well, but then what would be the point?

Tim john · #10 10-17-2016, 05:40 AM

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Originally Posted by 1stgenbird

Yes, I would like the contact info. Thanks

http://www.camaros.net/classifieds/s...ct=56033&cat=8

Here you go, the contact for a first gen Firebird/Camaro with a built in windshield w/ antenna. If you have a friend or two they do offer discounts on quantity/shipping.

Tim john---

Hikin Mike · #11 10-18-2016, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by 92GTA

Do most people even listen to the FM radio anymore? Isn't that why HD FM adoption kinda failed and took so long?

I would think most are streaming from their phone (Pandora, etc). I plan on buying the BT factory reproduction radio for this reason for my 69.

That said, I did an aftermarket antenna like that in my 1992 Trans Am back like 13 years ago when I replaced the windshield. It for sure was not nearly as strong reception as a good old fashioned type antenna. I'd say it reduced the range by about a third. I'll be keeping the rear power antenna on my 69 just for this reason even though I haven't listened to FM in years now.

Would you believe that I don't own a mobile device.

1stgenbird · #12 10-18-2016, 03:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Tim john

http://www.camaros.net/classifieds/s...ct=56033&cat=8

Here you go, the contact for a first gen Firebird/Camaro with a built in windshield w/ antenna. If you have a friend or two they do offer discounts on quantity/shipping.

Tim john---

Thank you. I will inquire if still available.

92GTA · #13 10-18-2016, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Hikin Mike

Would you believe that I don't own a mobile device.

Of that I am seriously jealous lol. I wish I didn't have to carry a cell phone.

wovenweb · #14 10-18-2016, 10:36 PM

I have a hidden antenna in my convertible. Just done with a frame off restoration. It works, I've tuned in a couple stations, but am too busy with other stuff to focus on it now. I was lukewarm to the appearance of not having the antenna, but now prefer it.

1stgenbird · #15 10-19-2016, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by wovenweb

I have a hidden antenna in my convertible. Just done with a frame off restoration. It works, I've tuned in a couple stations, but am too busy with other stuff to focus on it now. I was lukewarm to the appearance of not having the antenna, but now prefer it.

What are you using for the hidden antenna?

wovenweb · #16 10-19-2016, 07:14 AM

A RetroSound HPA1. I have it mounted back where the top folds down.