incorrect antennae?

[tparker]

I was trying to reinstall my antennae base and looking for a new mast for my challenger. But I can't find anything that looks like mine. None are spring mounted. Now I'mn thinking this isn't original. Anyone know what this is from?

[Burdar]

That's not original.  It's an aftermarket piece.  Antennas used to be available from Dales Cuda Shop but they aren't around any more I don't think.  I'm sure other places carry them now.

[JS29]

Definitely aftermarket! 

[ledphoot]

Check this place out:

http://www.themoparshop.com/mopar/New%20Catalog.htm#_Toc58863946

[Ricomondo]

That's not original.  It's an aftermarket piece.  Antennas used to be available from Dales Cuda Shop but they aren't around any more I don't think.  I'm sure other places carry them now.

Dales Cuda shop is still around. Just ordered and rec'd an order just a couple of weeks ago. They have an active eBay store as well.

[GrandpaKevin]

My wife's 1971 R/T Challenger has a very similar antenna.

Hers was most likely installed in the early 80's by her dad and was probably bought at Radio Shack along with the Realistic stereo/cassette player that was in the car.

I asked the wife if she wanted a correct antenna and she said it reminds her of her dad so leave it alone.

[7E-Bodies]

If @MoparDave at Roseville doesn't have one, reply back to this thread and I'll look through my parts.  I'm thinking I may have an extra for my 70 project, but I'd have to look.  They shouldn't be too rare.

[tparker]

Thanks all,
For some reason I kinda dig the springy one. Not sure why, probably just grew on me. Funny it might be from Radio shack. I'm currious why someone would change it out. I wonder if it promised better reception or something.

I'm heading out to Fall Fling in Los Angeles in a few weeks and will see if I can get one there. Mine is pitted and the mast is broken. I need something to hang my 76 ball on. 

[JS29]

People would break off antennas back in the day as acts of vandalism. A car wash could break them as well.    

[GrandpaKevin]

Thanks all,
For some reason I kinda dig the springy one. Not sure why, probably just grew on me. Funny it might be from Radio shack. I'm currious why someone would change it out. I wonder if it promised better reception or something.

I'm heading out to Fall Fling in Los Angeles in a few weeks and will see if I can get one there. Mine is pitted and the mast is broken. I need something to hang my 76 ball on. 

I kinda like the springy antenna too.   
It telescopes up and down and is rather tall when extended all the way up. I'll bet it does get better reception than a stock antenna and might even be compatible with CB radios from back in the day.