Craven Speed Stubby Antenna

[UsAndaTruck]

Small change, but I like it. "The Stubby" antenna by Craven Speed. I believe there is a link on the right in the Vendors column. but just in case, here's the link:

The Stubby Antenna

Super easy. Channel locks or vice grips with a washcloth or rag to protect finish. you may want to use lock-tite, though, I did not.

 

[UsAndaTruck]

Looks like I need to black out the antenna mount ring next. keep true to the "Black Express" edition...

 

[RamRod666]

I have it as well. It looks a lot better than the stock. No question about it

 

[saintsreturn]

Bought one and returned it since I use the radio. But I find myself wanting one again!

 

[Egress]

too small for a full sized truck, I have it on my Nitro up top but its hidden by the roof racks. But my opinion only matters to me, if your happy with it then screw what i think lol.

 

[NYCruiser]

I bought an 8 inch black antenna on ebay and like the way it works and looks. I wasn't happy with the stubby reception or look.

 

[UsAndaTruck]

Yeah, I read in some reviews that the radio reception on the AM dial is degraded but I use the XM radio and, occasionally, I just Bluetooth my playlist from my phone. I took that into account when I bought it. I figured at $20 and 2 minutes (or less) of invested time, it was worth the risk. Egress, I understand what you're saying.

 

[blackbetty14]

Does anyone know the thread on the 09-15 rams? Looking for a shorter than stock but not sure what fits.

Im worried about reception even though right now I still use the free SIRUS sat radio. Once thats out I'm back to FM.

 

[Egress]

The other guys are right, it messes with reception. FM stations as long as they are purecast your fine but the range when traveling outside your local area it really begins to suck. I don’t do XM or Sirius anymore so I don’t know about all that.

 

[Egress]

I know a few people that rock this one Amazon.com: AntennaX Off-Road (13-inch) Antenna for Dodge Ram 1500: Automotive and claim they still pick up everything. I dont see why you would have any issues really with the stubby. if you do get crap reception trade it up and put the stubby on a diff car.

 

[Egress]

I took that into account when I bought it. I figured at $20 and 2 minutes (or less) of invested time, it was worth the risk.

You're golden then man. I paid a lot more for mine in 09

 

[UsAndaTruck]

You're golden then man. I paid a lot more for mine in 09

Yeah. They're $19.99 (+ s&h) all day long now...

 

[NYCruiser]

I use this one. It gets about 80% as good as reception as the stock one and looks cool.

Black Billet 7" inch Antenna 1994 thru 2014 Dodge RAM 3500 Am FM Car Radio | eBay

 

[UsAndaTruck]

^^^ That's a pretty cool looking one. If my reception takes too big a hit, I'll look at getting that one. Thanks!

 

[13Ram1500EXP]

Small change, but I like it. "The Stubby" antenna by Craven Speed. I believe there is a link on the right in the Vendors column. but just in case, here's the link:

The Stubby Antenna

Super easy. Channel locks or vice grips with a washcloth or rag to protect finish. you may want to use lock-tite, though, I did not.

Bought one but really poor reception. SO......i cut my stock antenna down and plasti dipped it. looks great and still good reception from am and fm.

 

[DavidRam]

Looks good man! I have one and really like it too.

Edit: What is this thing called FM radio that you guys keep talking about?

 

[Ratket]

Bought one but really poor reception. SO......i cut my stock antenna down and plasti dipped it. looks great and still good reception from am and fm.

PICS?? please, thanks bud

 

[HemiStarPower]

I bought one, I like the look. However, I cant get many channels and the ones I do get go in and out depending on which way my car is facing. As of now I still listen to XM but, my wife doesn't care for the monthly subscription.

It amazes me they cant integrate a better antenna on the roof or in the windows like they do on newer vehicles these days.

 

[HemiRoar]

Just got one as well, some stations are 100% clear while others are gone. Mostly plug my phone in anyway for music.