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Best 2nd gen stubby antenna?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Hook78, Aug 24, 2025 at 6:06 AM.

  1. Aug 24, 2025 at 6:06 AM
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    Hook78

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    Hook78 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Looking for recommendations for a stubby antenna that still manages good reception…my regular antenna just keeps catching branches and quite frankly doesn’t get the greatest reception on some local stations anyway.
     
    Hook78, Aug 24, 2025 at 6:06 AM
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    rblalliance

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    rblalliance, Aug 24, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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    https://www.ebay.com/itm/176545914843

    Bought this for my kids Ranger, its absolutely sucks....
    worthless but looks good...
    Every kid around here is running those lame antes that look like


    $25 RYDONAIR Short Antenna Compatible with Ford F150 2009-2025 & Ford Bronco 2021-2025, Internal Copper Coil for Enhanced Reception, Car Wash Proof, 7"es Rubber Antenna Replacement
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MJKMGY4?th=1

    tried buying this, wouldnt fit & couldnt get it to fit after buying an adapter kit, sent it all back...

    If you read the Amazon reviews of the latest rage, the 50 cal bullet looking antennas...
    Not one person comments about actual performance...
     
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    slater, Aug 24, 2025 at 5:54 PM
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    I assume we're talking AM/FM here, in which case check out cravenspeed. They have a number of different versions of the stubby, obviously the longer the antenna is the better the reception will be.
     
    menoarenoniceguy, Aug 24, 2025 at 7:12 PM
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