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Old Nov 2, 2012 | 03:26 PM
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carwash decapitation

Today while washing my blueberry, the high pressure rinse broke off my antenna!!!! Now I don't wanna look like a chump with a broke antenna. What kind should I get to replace it and ASAP??
 
Old Nov 2, 2012 | 03:34 PM
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Where did it break on the antenna?
 
Old Nov 2, 2012 | 03:35 PM
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The base came off with it
 
Old Nov 2, 2012 | 03:36 PM
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The whole rod and then the flat part of it too
 
Old Nov 2, 2012 | 04:15 PM
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not that this really helps you after the fact, but for future reference, the antenna unscrews from the base, which is what you should do before using an automatic carwash.

if i were you, i'd spring for a shark-fin style antenna since you need a replacement anyway.

just my $0.02!
 
Old Nov 2, 2012 | 04:45 PM
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damm crazy live and learn just replace not to pricey
 
Old Nov 2, 2012 | 04:53 PM
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Ok I was looking on eBay, found some shark fins, but Idk if that blue will match my Fit. Then there were some other smaller antennas.
 
Old Nov 2, 2012 | 05:11 PM
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Check out VG Shark Fin Antenna - What Is It? They matched the black on my Fit perfectly.

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Old Nov 2, 2012 | 05:22 PM
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Hmmm, $69 seems a lil too much out of my pocket right now
 
Old Nov 2, 2012 | 05:31 PM
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Do you just need the antenna? Did the base come off the roof? Can you reattach the base with adhesive or something?

The antenna part number from Honda is 39151-S6A-E02 and is about $20

The base part number from Honda is 39152-TF0-E01 and is about $80
 
Old Nov 2, 2012 | 09:31 PM
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... You know in the owner's manual it warns about removing the antennae when going into automated washes right? Before you order anything, check your antenne's feed line (runs from antennae base to radio) because if that feed line does not simply clip onto the bottom of the antennae base and was damaged during the washing incident then you'll likely need one of those in order to repair your antennae correctly.

Anywho, try Bean Garage if you're looking for a shark fin antennae. If memory serves me right, they are already pre-painted and you can also get a Fit Freak member discount on there.
 
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