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50 Cal Bullet Antenna

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Texas2252, Nov 1, 2017.

  1. Nov 1, 2017 at 11:22 AM
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    Texas2252

    Texas2252 [OP] Well-Known Member

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  2. Nov 1, 2017 at 1:55 PM
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    Collinmcd99

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    I do not have one but I am thinking about buying one because you said it functions very well.
     
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  3. Nov 1, 2017 at 2:29 PM
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    raventaco

    raventaco Be Prepared

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    I have it and find it to be an improvement over my old antenna. No scratch at all, even though it’s 2 feet shorter.
     
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  4. Nov 1, 2017 at 3:12 PM
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    Wheelspinner

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    :popcorn:Looks cool. Looking forward to more people chiming in with first hand experience regarding reception
     
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  5. Nov 1, 2017 at 4:21 PM
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    raventaco

    raventaco Be Prepared

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    Here’s what it looks like on mine
    F66988D4-E277-45D6-84FA-8DA0FB0A85E3.jpg
     
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  6. Nov 1, 2017 at 5:02 PM
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    It looks sick
     
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  7. Nov 2, 2017 at 4:23 AM
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    bluezzy

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    Never heard of such a thing, with my being a .50 gunner from a bygone era I just might pull the trigger on this one, thanks... ;)
     
  8. Nov 12, 2017 at 8:45 PM
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    bluezzy

    bluezzy Love My SuperCharged 07 Sport!

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    I did get mine Friday and I installed it, I like it just fine but seem pretty easy for some to unscrew it and walk away with it if they so desire... I might should have gotten a dozen of em... ;)
     
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  9. Nov 12, 2017 at 8:59 PM
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    added to wishlist. gonna wait and see reviews before buying
     
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  10. Nov 12, 2017 at 9:06 PM
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    Minny Taco

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    My shorty from AntennaX works great. Have been very satisfied.
     
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  11. Nov 13, 2017 at 6:36 AM
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    Put a tad bit of locktite
     
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  12. Nov 13, 2017 at 9:27 AM
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    Looks great but I would be hesitant to drive around a school with it in this day and age. It could cause a problem but good luck.
     
  13. Nov 13, 2017 at 9:29 AM
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    T4RFTMFW

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    When chintzy antennas are banned, only criminals will have chintzy antennas.
     
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  14. Nov 13, 2017 at 9:56 AM
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    bluezzy

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    They can have my bullet antenna when they pry it off of my cold dead taco! ;)
     
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  15. Nov 13, 2017 at 2:29 PM
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    Jimmyh

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    IMO, Do what you want, but that fucker just says snap me off and take me home with you... Then you have to get out the broken stub before you can replace it.

    It does look cool, but I wouldn't want the hassle.
     
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  16. Nov 16, 2017 at 11:19 AM
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    Texas2252

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    you must of had a troubled childhood. ive had this for 1 year and no problem
     
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  17. Nov 16, 2017 at 2:20 PM
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    No troubled childhood here, but thanks for your snarky remark butt-nugget.
     
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  18. Nov 16, 2017 at 11:39 PM
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    That would be a great addition to my Trump sticker! Haha
    20171117_013701.jpg
     
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