GM AM/FM antenna smaller than aftermarket plug

Posted Sep 03, 2007 · 01:34 UTC#1

Anyone with a GM, in my case 07 Hummer H3, be aware that the GM AM/FM antenna is much smaller than the antenna plug on the AVIC-Z1 (probably all AVIC's). You'll have to get an adapter to utilize the antenna.

I went to a nearby Radio Shack but they don't carry anything automotive parts anymore so headed to Circuit City and picked one up for the overpriced amount of $18.

Just a heads up so you'll have everything needed to complete the install in one session.

Posted Sep 03, 2007 · 04:40 UTC#2

18?? Geez...at BB we used to charge 9.99 for the GM to regular 'motorola plug' adapters, but hat was a few years ago...

Thats still steep tho.

Posted Sep 04, 2007 · 18:19 UTC#3

5 bucks walmart.

when i wurked for ghetto shops the guys showed me how"crimping" the antenna (flattening it with pliers) can make the antenna fit. ghetto

Posted Sep 04, 2007 · 18:24 UTC#4

Damn, should have checked WalMart, posted on the AVIC board first and of course I am not opposed to the ghetto version of the antenna connector.

Lesson learned, to all, before buying anything, trying anything post on the board first!

Posted Sep 04, 2007 · 21:07 UTC#5

Return it! I would. :lol: