Can Fixed Antenna Replace Power Antenna without Running Power and Ground Wires

Question:

I have an 89 Toyota Supra. It has a retractable, power antenna that doesnt work. I am thinking of just replacing it with a fixed antenna. My concern is in attaching the old wire from the radio head to the new antenna. Will that be a problem? Thanks,

asked by: David C

Expert Reply:

Your power antenna has a few wires ran to it but can easily be replaced with a fixed antenna. It has the signal wire which is what picks up the radio station reception and also the power and ground to raise and lower it. If you replace the power antenna with a fixed antenna like the # JAN139 you'd just need to hook the wire that carries the signal up and you can leave the other wires unconnected.

expert reply by: Jameson C