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moveit · 12-14-2003, 06:58 AM

Anyone know how or where to get a matte black antenna? I don't much like the factory one that comes with the Mach.

Thanks

hotrodnut · 12-14-2003, 08:51 AM

I got one at Pep Boys, I popped the ball off the end, cut the length to about even with the roof line and pressed the ball back on.

Click here for a picture showing the Mach with the antenna mounted.

DSG2003Mach1 · 12-14-2003, 02:28 PM

id really like to try and adapt a power antenna from something...anyone tried this or have any input on it?

Bullitt4711 · 12-14-2003, 10:43 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by moveit
Anyone know how or where to get a matte black antenna? I don't much like the factory one that comes with the Mach.

Thanks

Find someone with a black one and trade... Thats what I did, and now I have a silver one of the Mach! lol. Cut it down to 12 inches... looks tight!

~Colby

GOTdaBLUE1 · 12-15-2003, 12:21 AM

I ordered an 8" satin black antenna which retains excellent reception from SSINSERTS.com. A little pricy($30), but the black is a perfect match.

Here's the link; the antenna is the item third from the bottom:

http://www.ssinserts.com/mustang_accessories.htm

Here's a pic of my Azure Blue with the shorter 8" antenna. The sun's reflection makes it appear to be lighter, but it is definitely a matte black or satin black. In other words, flat black. Notice that it is a full 23" shorter. The stock antenna is actually 31" tall.

http://www.mach1registry.org/photopo...cat=500&page=1

12-15-2003, 01:18 AM

Find a salvage yard and grab one off a late model Mustang there. The silver "edition" is new for 2003 to save money on paint. Some 2003 cars have black, some have silver.

I actually like the silver on my black Mach, but on any other color I'd dislike it greatly.

Ryan

Starsky · 12-15-2003, 01:26 AM

I bought one from my Ford dealer for 12 bucks..

ATLMACH1 · 12-15-2003, 11:07 AM

I got my 8 inch black @ www.mustangtuning.com

04BlackMach · 12-16-2003, 07:29 AM

I cut my antenna to 13.5" reinstalled the ball, and painted it satin black. Looks the balls!

moveit · 12-18-2003, 12:08 PM

Thank you every one for your input. I can't believe that my antenna has rust on it already. But with this info, I can change it.

Jen

761mph · 12-18-2003, 03:25 PM

I don't recommend this, but I thought it was funny.

http://shop.store.yahoo.com/fuzzy-dice/horsehead.html

gregcheese · 12-18-2003, 07:57 PM

I've been thinking about having mine shaved, you, have a smooth, uninturrupted surface on both sides. It's not like I ever listen to the radio.

Anyone tried this?

-greg

MattN03 · 12-19-2003, 12:01 AM

I've got a Trenz billet antenna off my Ranger. It's just a polished aluminum finish, but I'd like to paint it black to put on the Mach. Will paint stick to the slick aluminum finish or will it just flake off? Is there any type of prep that may help the paint adhere?

starscream · 12-19-2003, 02:51 AM

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Originally posted by MattN03
Will paint stick to the slick aluminum finish or will it just flake off? Is there any type of prep that may help the paint adhere?

If it were me I'd rub it a few times with some 400 grit sandpaper before painting.

761mph · 12-19-2003, 02:55 AM

:OFFTOPIC:

I knew it was starscream when I saw the freak Jackson picture.

From the information dude in Iraq, to Conan, to Wacko Jacko, Starscream's pic ALWAYS makes me laugh.

DSG2003Mach1 · 12-19-2003, 11:37 AM

I would try to findsome kind of paint thats a little flexible..i think regular paint will crack and flake off over time as it whips around in the wind

12-14-2003, 06:58 AM	#1
moveit Guest Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Lake Worth, FL Posts: 24	different antenna Anyone know how or where to get a matte black antenna? I don't much like the factory one that comes with the Mach. Thanks

12-14-2003, 08:51 AM	#2
hotrodnut Mach 1 Hot Rod Nut Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: North Florida Posts: 907	I got one at Pep Boys, I popped the ball off the end, cut the length to about even with the roof line and pressed the ball back on. Click here for a picture showing the Mach with the antenna mounted. __________________ Click here For Hotrodnut's Photo Gallery *2003 TR* Pro-5.0 Shifter, Hurst Stick -- K&N Air Filter -- Predator canned tune -- BBK Long Tubes and Catted H-pipe -- SLP "Loudmouth" Catback w/ MRT Blackchrome Tips -- Illumina Struts / Shocks w/ MRT Rear Race Springs -- UPR Tubular Coilover K-member Kit -- Steeda Strut Brace, 4-bolt CC Plates, Alum Weightjacker LCAs, Adj UCAs -- MM Panhard Bar -- FRPP Aluminum Driveshaft & 3.73 Gear -- Racing Sparco Lightweight Wheels -- Hurst Roll Control

12-14-2003, 02:28 PM	#3
DSG2003Mach1 700 HP Mach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 8,384	id really like to try and adapt a power antenna from something...anyone tried this or have any input on it? __________________ 03 dsg mach1 - MPR built 9.5:1 motor, D1, cams, ported intake, full exhaust, magnum t56, built rear, E85 etc... '12 F150 FX2 Supercrew with Ecoboost daily beater

12-15-2003, 12:21 AM	#5
GOTdaBLUE1 "Can you hear me now?!?" Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: San Rafael, CA Posts: 1,048	I ordered an 8" satin black antenna which retains excellent reception from SSINSERTS.com. A little pricy($30), but the black is a perfect match. Here's the link; the antenna is the item third from the bottom: http://www.ssinserts.com/mustang_accessories.htm Here's a pic of my Azure Blue with the shorter 8" antenna. The sun's reflection makes it appear to be lighter, but it is definitely a matte black or satin black. In other words, flat black. Notice that it is a full 23" shorter. The stock antenna is actually 31" tall. http://www.mach1registry.org/photopo...cat=500&page=1 __________________ 2003 Azure Blue 5-speed IUP born 01/24/03 378277 SOLD* ________________________________ 1997 Lincoln Towncar Signature Series Light Cypress Metallic Clearcoat SOLD ________________________________ Current stable includes: Silver W210 E55 AMG; Black 996 Carrera w/GT3 aero kit Last edited by GOTdaBLUE1; 12-15-2003 at 12:32 AM.

12-15-2003, 01:26 AM	#7
Starsky Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Austin Texas Posts: 826	I bought one from my Ford dealer for 12 bucks.. __________________ 03 Torch Red Auto #451655 Mods: MGW interior trinkets "281" hood graphics Visus Louvers, "Mustang" inserts Tint, JbL Tweeters side roof panel emblems MRT H PIPE MAGNAFLOW CATBACK MRT BLACK CHROME ROLLED TIPS stars and stripes pony Mach 1 Scuff Plate MGW Auto "T" handle, 4.6 hi performance emblems Honeycomb trunk panels AFS 17X9's on rear SCT chip 4.10 FMS gears C&L complete intake setup

12-15-2003, 01:18 AM	#6
loveOliver Guest Posts: n/a	Find a salvage yard and grab one off a late model Mustang there. The silver "edition" is new for 2003 to save money on paint. Some 2003 cars have black, some have silver. I actually like the silver on my black Mach, but on any other color I'd dislike it greatly. Ryan

12-15-2003, 11:07 AM	#8
ATLMACH1 " MY MACH 1 " Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Atlanta, Ga Posts: 83	I got my 8 inch black @ www.mustangtuning.com

12-16-2003, 07:29 AM	#9
04BlackMach Black is Bad *ss Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: MA Posts: 1,213	I cut my antenna to 13.5" reinstalled the ball, and painted it satin black. Looks the balls! __________________ K&N CAI Stieg Stage III port/TB & Plenum BilletFlow 2.93 w/4 idlers Metco 4 lb lower SCT Excalibrator II SCT 2400 MAF KB BAP@35% Gords HE Magnaflow catted X Magnaflow cat back Brisk 15's more coming.. 04 Silver Cobra (Traded 04 Black Mach)

12-18-2003, 12:08 PM	#10
moveit Guest Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Lake Worth, FL Posts: 24	Thank you every one for your input. I can't believe that my antenna has rust on it already. But with this info, I can change it. Jen

12-18-2003, 03:25 PM	#11
761mph Guest Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Avon, OH Posts: 251	I don't recommend this, but I thought it was funny. http://shop.store.yahoo.com/fuzzy-dice/horsehead.html Attached Thumbnails

12-18-2003, 07:57 PM	#12
gregcheese Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7	I've been thinking about having mine shaved, you, have a smooth, uninturrupted surface on both sides. It's not like I ever listen to the radio. Anyone tried this? -greg

12-19-2003, 12:01 AM	#13
MattN03 03RCODE Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Harrodsburg, KY Posts: 3,645	I've got a Trenz billet antenna off my Ranger. It's just a polished aluminum finish, but I'd like to paint it black to put on the Mach. Will paint stick to the slick aluminum finish or will it just flake off? Is there any type of prep that may help the paint adhere? __________________ 2003 Mach 1 Azure Blue 5 speed/IUP Sold 10/3/12

12-19-2003, 02:55 AM	#15
761mph Guest Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Avon, OH Posts: 251	:OFFTOPIC: I knew it was starscream when I saw the freak Jackson picture. From the information dude in Iraq, to Conan, to Wacko Jacko, Starscream's pic ALWAYS makes me laugh.

12-19-2003, 11:37 AM	#16
DSG2003Mach1 700 HP Mach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 8,384	I would try to findsome kind of paint thats a little flexible..i think regular paint will crack and flake off over time as it whips around in the wind __________________ 03 dsg mach1 - MPR built 9.5:1 motor, D1, cams, ported intake, full exhaust, magnum t56, built rear, E85 etc... '12 F150 FX2 Supercrew with Ecoboost daily beater

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