Repair Broken Car Antenna 📶 That Snapped Off

No video

Repair Broken Car Antenna 📶 That Snapped Off

Рет қаралды 287,480

Күн бұрын

If your car antenna 📡 is broken (or you just want to replace it) and you discovered a threaded bolt piece is stuck inside then don't be alarmed 😨 as you can replace it easily in about 10 mins ⏳. Please SUBSCRIBE 🔔 if this quick video helped you, and click on SHOW MORE to see details and tools. 👉👉👉
You will need a left hand drill set, a power drill, and a new car antenna.
This video is specifically on a Chrysler, Dodge, or Jeep vehicle, but the process is similar to other manufacturers where a a piece of the car antenna gets stuck in its antenna mount box.
🧰 Tools needed:
Power Drill: amzn.to/35VxnvN
Left hand drill set OR Extractor drill set amzn.to/3wsv5Wm
Optional:
Air Can OR Vacuum
Small squirt of penetrating oil
Part Needed:
A Universal car antenna can be purchased around $10 and comes in various sizes. OR you could buy the original car antenna for your vehicle.
Multiple antennas to choose from:
➡️ amzn.to/2J2kgl6
➡️ amzn.to/3aq9DEb
➡️ amzn.to/34r2S12
📋 INSTRUCTIONS TO REMOVE AND INSTALL:
1) Remove remains of old car antenna if hanging or unscrew counter clockwise if still attached.
2) Put your power drill in reverse
3) Make a small pilot hole in the center using a 1/16" left hand drill bit or as close to this size as possible.
4) Switch to a bigger size such as a 3/32" left hand drill bit to extract the broken or snapped threaded antenna screw bolt out of its roof mounted base. AKA DRILL IT OUT!
5) Get the little shards or pieces of metal out with an air can or vacuum.
6) WATCH this video on how to clean the antenna and its base to provide a better ground connection before you put a replacement antenna in.
👉 • Increase Poor Radio 📻 ...
7) Grab the new compatible vehicle antenna stick and screw it in clockwise and into the roof base. Make sure it feels tight.
*A new antenna may fix your radio if it was not working properly or if your signal was weak.
If you ever can't get a screw out or the thread is stripped from the top like a Philips head screw. Then the same approach can be done using a reverse drill set. I even did this on a Caliper bolt that snapped during a brake pad change.
You can watch that helpful video here:
👉👉 • How To Remove Broken S...
AND THIS VIDEO SHOULD BE WATCHED BEFORE YOU YOU GET A NEW OR USED CAR ANTENNA.
It's about cleaning the car antenna and its base.
👉👉 • Increase Poor Radio 📻 ...
AND
This video shows another way to remove a snapped off broken transmission screw head with a LH Drill or Extractor:
👉👉 • Remove Snapped 😬 Broke...
AND
This video shows using an extractor to remove a broken brake caliper bolt 👉👉 • How To Remove Broken S...
Please SUBSCRIBE AND 👍👍👍 if this video helped you or please give back to the KZfaq community and make videos that may be insightful to others.
Or you can get me a cup of coffee ☕ here:
➡️ www.buymeacoff...
OR
➡️ ko-fi.com/fixc...
OR
➡️ Click the SUPER THANKS button above.
Thanks for watching and hopefully this video helped save you money and time from getting someone else to do this simple job.
Let me know in the COMMENTS below if I missed anything or if you have anything to add.
Remember to always think how to Fix Your Car Yourself At Home so you can learn and save money 💲💲💲.
Please LIKE 👍👍👍 AND SUBSCRIBE 🔔

Пікірлер: 297

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Check out this helpful video of cleaning your car antenna before replacing it to improve radio signal strength: 👉👉👉 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rMyCiLGTq7_cpY0.html

@GBuck276 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for this quick fix! Spent $8 for the bit set, $11 for the antenna, and 5 minutes on a Saturday morning. Deciding on breakfast took longer.

@FixCarYourself 4 ай бұрын

I believe it.

@UniverseSinking2011 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Another solution I found was this: I used an awl and a hammer and lightly tapped the broken off part to turn it little by little (it could not be grasped by pliers or nudged by a screwdriver). I tapped it laterally with as little downward force as possible. That took about 5 minutes but it came out little by little until I could grasp it with my fingers and get it out the rest of the way. I got that tip from the service department at Klein Honda in Everett WA, BTW, so thanks to them. Had the piece refused to come out with the awl and hammer, my next step would have been your method (a body shop might cost you a couple hundred bucks, I learned).

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

Nice job. You didn't even need to buy the Left hand drill bit or extractor set. My only concern would have been potentially breaking the threads. However, it seems like you did this very carefully. So great job in figuring out how to do it differently. But achieve the same result which is getting that little piece out. 👍

@billc7211 Жыл бұрын

Exactly my issue and I fixed the same way today. I found that a center tap helped me keep the bit from wandering to get it started. I also used a couple of drops of oil to help the bit cut a little quicker. Thanks for a very useful how-to video!

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

Yes great point! A center tap can make it easier to drill straight through the center. and a drop of oil can also help reserve the bit and drill quicker like you said. All very nice points! Thanks and I'm glad you did this project yourself.

@MamaLysaof3 Жыл бұрын

Omg this actually worked!!! Thank you for taking the time out of your day to show people like me how to do simple fixes on our cars on a budget.

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! And most importantly you did it yourself. So that is the best part!

@ScottyfromCO 6 ай бұрын

3 years later and this video is still very helpful. Thank you again for making it! Easy to follow instructions that made my project so much easier. :)

@FixCarYourself 6 ай бұрын

You're very welcome! Thanks for checking out the channel again. But most importantly I'm very glad that your doing the project yourself!!!

@drewidrie2396 2 ай бұрын

The Chevrolet repair shop mechanic told me it couldn't be done, and my only option was to buy a new antenna base from them for $165.

@FixCarYourself 2 ай бұрын

Did you try it? Try not to get a new base if just the screw is broken inside.

@drewidrie2396 2 ай бұрын

Yup! i successfully removed the broken peg of the old antenna myself and avoided their silly sales-ploy of trying to get me to purchase a new base as being my only option :-)

@nelsonsmith9577 2 ай бұрын

I just now hit my garage door backing in and it snapped my 2012 Ford fusion antenna right off. The screw is stuck just like this. Will try this to remove it. Thanks for the video!!

@FixCarYourself Ай бұрын

Nice so glad to hear. Tell them to stick that base up their 🍑. Because you know they have No antenna!

@FixCarYourself Ай бұрын

Glad this helped!

@alexandertecle 2 жыл бұрын

Worked exactly as you showed. Took five minutes. Thanks for the video!

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful. ✋ High five✋ because it took only 5 minutes.

@smartchickgirl812 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU! My antenna snapped in half traveling on the interstate and this helped TREMENDOUSLY!

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! Hopefully the replacement antenna doesn't cost you much.

@mikenajdowski2359 Жыл бұрын

Great video thanks for the help. No pilot hole needed. Used the 3/32 for the win! Drilled nice and slow, came out right away. Thanks again!

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

Nice work!

@tenentenegrao 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great tip to save you the $75 for a new base (not including labor), which I guarantee is how the dealer will fix it. An alternate approach (which I just did myself 20 minutes ago): If you DON'T have the extractor bit or the reverse drill bit set and you DO have a Dremel tool (or similar) with cut-off wheel, carefully cut a slot thru the middle of the broken screw and use a flat blade screw driver to back it out. If you cut a little of the threaded female receptacle, that's not going to negatively effect anything. Use whatever method you have the tools to do and save yourself $75+.

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

I like it! Thinking outside the box. Nice job!!!

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

$75 for the base? Wow. The sad thing is the repair shop will recommend swapping the part, which means you'll pay for unnecessary labor (the real killer) and other parts. When all you need to do is spend less than 10 minutes doing this procedure. These repair shops need to think smarter instead of stealing money from its consumers. They should charge for less than 30 minutes of labor, and for the replacement antenna part.

@tenentenegrao 2 жыл бұрын

@@FixCarYourself Yep. You're video here helped me to understand what I was dealing with, thus it was very helpful even though I used an alternate method, so thanks for that!

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

@@tenentenegrao Whatever does it. Regardless the issue was resolved and thats ultimately what matters. Great job!!!

@adriancressy8363 2 жыл бұрын

WOW that was simple...Just need a left hand drill bit set.....I thought I was going to have to buy the entire unit. Thanks

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped you. I know its quite simple. Power tool and left hand drill set . That's all. Now that's my kind of quick easy fix!!!

@cynthiajohnson1093 2 жыл бұрын

My husband was able to do it, and he's not a fixer upper kind of guy. Thank you.

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@wildkat16 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! This worked with a regular drill bit. Backed it out and came right out!

@FixCarYourself 7 ай бұрын

Good to know and Great job!

@dattdude2000 Жыл бұрын

Thanks man !!! I knew I was gonna have to use a drill at some point , but never knew about putting the drill in reverse 👍🏾👍🏾 ... great job on the video as a whole giving us a description of tools, etc

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@mintberri 7 ай бұрын

These are left handed drill bits as well which change the forces applied

@dvroeg Жыл бұрын

I purchased a left hand drill bit set at Harbor Frieght for $9 and following your steps did the job in 10 minutes. Thanks for you concise, well-done video!

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped and you did it quickly! Way faster (and cheaper) than going to a dealership that's for sure! Harbor Freight, Menards, and Amazon are usually the cheapest places to get these LH drill sets. So even better you got a good price!!!

@ggss1176 2 жыл бұрын

it was pleasing too see how much care & respect you showed to the car paintwork during the video...you must really love that car!

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it.

@endlesslord1985 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I did what you said and it only look like couple of minutes and the new one was installed

@FixCarYourself 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Quick and easy that's what I like!

@RockNJeep 4 ай бұрын

I had this exact problem, found this video and tried it out. Worked like a charm.

@FixCarYourself 4 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

@timjohnun4297 6 ай бұрын

I've been using this method for removing broken bolts for 20 years, everyone screams "Use an easy out!" but in my experience, easy outs are the worst. They break with no notice and then you have to drill out the remnants. LH drill bits FTW :)

@FixCarYourself 6 ай бұрын

interesting.

@amiller8822 2 ай бұрын

I’m confused, why LH ?

@timjohnun4297 2 ай бұрын

@@amiller8822 Using a left hand drill bit, with the drill in reverse, the bit bites into the broken stud and turns it. 9 times out of 10 it will wind itself out while drilling

@FixCarYourself 2 ай бұрын

Nicely put!

@abaileyau 2 ай бұрын

From Ontario Canada, thanks for making this so facile. It was great. I got my stuck screw.

@FixCarYourself 2 ай бұрын

Awesome! Glad to hear.

@wildkat16 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! I was able to remove the piece stuck in there with a small drill bit. I drilled a small hole and when I reversed it, I was skeptical, but it threaded itself out enough for me to finish by hand.

@FixCarYourself 7 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@juandavidospina4616 2 жыл бұрын

I kept thinking I would have to take it to the dealer ship. Thank YOU VERY MUCH!

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Glad the video helped! But most importantly, you did some research online, and figured out how to fix something yourself. So great job 👏. Always keep thinking like this before you have someone else figure out your problems or before someone like a bad dealership takes advantage of you.

@dougloney8162 6 ай бұрын

This worked perfectly. I did need to start with the smallest bit in the set, then use a slightly bigger bit and it came right out. Awesome

@FixCarYourself 6 ай бұрын

Glad it helped. Thanks for your experience. Hopefully this gives some insight to others trying this out!

@SweetandSourohmy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I just did this. Had to go buy a left handed drill bit set from Menards for $7. Worked like a charm! I only used a 1/8" bit.

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job. Even better buying it at Menards, as that is like the cheapest place with the best customer service to buy tools IMO.

@Lawtown31 8 ай бұрын

After finding the drill bits at a specialty tool store ( could not find in big box store), l was able to get the broken screw out with the first bit. Came out in a snap. Thanks so much. Happy Holidays.

@FixCarYourself 8 ай бұрын

Awesome glad it was easy!

@Subiewrx22 6 ай бұрын

Mine was broke off the same way and I did the same thing and it brought it out on the first try, this was really helpful.

@FixCarYourself 6 ай бұрын

Awesome thanks for your feedback and experience. This should help others out!

@noelj10 2 жыл бұрын

This worked great! As soon as I switched to the bigger drill bit the stud came right out!

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome that's the key to getting the little piece out. Nice job!!!

@queenreign414 2 жыл бұрын

That's exactly what happened to my antenna and I had no idea how I was going to get it out thanks so very much

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped. And always try to problem solve instead of getting others to solve your problem. Which in this case you did by using this video as a resource. So again great job and keep it up!!!

@FixCarYourself 3 жыл бұрын

A left hand drill bit's threads are pretty much reversed in that the threads or flutes on it are structured in the opposite way of a regular drill bit. Think of it this way the antenna is screwed (turned) in clockwise (to the right). A regular drill bit is threaded in a way to be used when turning clockwise, which is why you can't use it because you'll just drill forward creating a hole in this case. The goal is to remove and to remove a screw or broken antenna, you need to go counter clockwise. So pretty much when you put a left hand drill bit on the piece of the broken antenna that is still stuck in its base, the LH drill will grip or bite the screw/broken piece and twist the remains of the antenna left or counter-clockwise. Therefore you can remove it fully.

@FixCarYourself 3 жыл бұрын

BTW this Left hand drill can also be used for any kind of screw that has a damaged head or where you can't get a good grip on. Think of the top of a rusted screw if you can't get it off with a screwdriver, then you can use this handy tool to extract or twist the screw in a counter-clockwise direction to remove.

@davidjsouth231 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been using drill bits for years for basic carpentry and never heard of left hand drill bits

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

I know pretty cool huh! I learned about this type of tool because I had to figure out how to best remove the antenna. Not sure how long this has been out, but I should mention you could also use a screw extractor instead which of course has been out a really long time. Their is a slight difference in the 2. Check out the previous comments, as I explain the difference. Or learn about the differences online. Very cool! as technology keeps advancing!!!

@jimmytate7587 Жыл бұрын

left hand drill bits are almost unknown to most people. they have saved me an enormous amount of time over the years. they are hard to find though

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

I wish I knew about these like 10 years ago! There really should be more videos about promoting these valuable drill bits!

@tawanparsons9142 2 жыл бұрын

I didn’t think about using a drill. Good idea.

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! It's the easiest and fastest way.

@kebo57 8 ай бұрын

My wife just broke the antenna mast off of the base on her 2017 NIssan Versa. This might just work.... thanks!!!

@FixCarYourself 8 ай бұрын

Glad to hear. Please tell us all when and if you fix it.

@fooch1 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this - worked out perfect, I had never heard of Left Hand Drill Bits. Thanks again

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

I knew of them just never really used it until this video. Now I think of using these more often. Glad it helped!

@belovedholiday5700 7 ай бұрын

I noticed a while ago that my radio was not working properly as it was mostly all static, so I stopped listening and relied on my phone for music. I did this for about a year. Then only just recently did I notice my antenna was gone, so I purchased a new one and when I went to replace it, I saw that the old screw was stuck inside. (sigh) I knew there had to be an easy fix, so I did a Google search on 'how to fix an antenna that broke off in car' and came across this video. I need to get a bit drill then I'm going to try and fix it myself.

@FixCarYourself 6 ай бұрын

👌 awesome let us know if you get this done with ease.

@commercialhalloffame 2 жыл бұрын

That is exactly what happened to my Dodge Avenger ... Thank you!

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! I guess this is why many newer cars have the shark fin design. So I guess the OEM learned from these flimsy antennas.

@roguelightbearer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the links to products! With so many out there it's hard to know which ones are correct.

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helps. I think the same way, which is why I try to always include some links to these parts and tools for the videos I make.

@uhhTabby 2 жыл бұрын

I was backing up into my garage and the clicker went off and the door came down right ontop of it, I pulled forward and it snapped right off. Thanks for this

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Hope it helps. And that sucks about the garage door falling on the top. To get rid of the dents on top you'll have to use one of those dent repair tool kits. And by the way adding a new garage door camera sensor is easy. You may want to check that as well. I know all these projects take time and add up, but its nice to get these done and completed.

@1974amilcar 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video, it helped me to replace mine. Just patience with the reverse drill, and voila!! 👏👏👍

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job, and yep that's the key...patience, and then its out!

@bradlehman712 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, took less time than you said. Cheers

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Cool. Glad to hear. It is actually quite simple.

@drewidrie2396 2 ай бұрын

Excellent ! That's exactly what i need...

@drewidrie2396 2 ай бұрын

You're a genius! i did it today, June 4, 2024. Step by step, word for word. 1/16" bit, then 3/32" bit. Worked like magic :-)

@FixCarYourself 2 ай бұрын

Awesome. I'm glad these specific instructions helped!

@FixCarYourself 2 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

@drewidrie2396 2 ай бұрын

The Chevrolet repair shop mechanic told me it couldn't be done, and my only option was to buy a new antenna base from them for $165. HAHAHAHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!

@FixCarYourself 2 ай бұрын

Wow. Wave that money back in his face! And Put your middle finger in front 1st so the crook sees it.

@adr6805 3 жыл бұрын

That looked very simple and easy to do. Thank you for sharing

@FixCarYourself 3 жыл бұрын

Yep. Remember to be patient when drilling. Glad it helped.

@paulmaldonado789 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro ✊🏼 Now excuse me while I go work on my mini van at midnight😃

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Don't forget your flashlight.

@paulmaldonado789 2 жыл бұрын

@@FixCarYourself 😂

@erindianis5544 2 жыл бұрын

I know I can’t fix this on my own Kia but this gives me peace of mind that this is an easy fix for the dealership

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Actually I believe you could do this. Just having a power drill and a left hand drill bit set and replacement antenna is all you need. Do it slowly and you'll get it out. Let me know if you have any other questions if you work on this. If you do take it in to them make sure they don't charge you a lot for a job that takes less than 30 minutes to do.

@erindianis5544 2 жыл бұрын

The problem is I don’t own any of those things and I can’t see the top of my car unless I’m standing inside the door (I’m 5’2).

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

@@erindianis5544 Ok. Standing from the inside works (I'm short too), unless you have a step stool. A basic power drill costs $30 to $40, the left hand drill set is about $20, the actual antenna could range from $15-$40. If you think you might do other small basic household repairs then the power drill is a great investment. If you have a friend with those tools even better. If you don't do this, then price shop. No reason for you to spend an arm and a leg on this or get ripped off at a dealership.

@NoGlutonForLuton 2 жыл бұрын

@@FixCarYourself this happened to my moms honda and before even looking up videos i came up with the concept of using a reverse threaded screw. Seeing this video confirmed that i would've struggled, and I appreciate the details down to the measurements of bits, thank you.

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

@@NoGlutonForLuton Glad it helped, the details are always important, and glad you thought of the solution even before researching. We need more people to start thinking outside the box instead of just going straight to a dealership to resolve a simple problem.

@ItsJibb Жыл бұрын

you are awesome!! going to do this asap, i dont have a left hand drill bit, but time to get one lets gooo thank you!

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@valerieminnich305 2 жыл бұрын

That was quick and easy, thank you.

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@christopherchristiaan3788 Жыл бұрын

well mine didnt break like that, but its a good video. Enjoyed it eighter ways . keep up

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

Thanks! How did yours break?

@christopherchristiaan3788 Жыл бұрын

Wel your bolt broke inside, but mine the plastic snapped of so there a hole there now. I see the pins inside any idea hoe to fix it? It still works withouth the antenna

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

@@christopherchristiaan3788 I've seen this a lot! So usually the best thing is to just replace. HOWEVER, a few creative ways to try: Black Electrical tape, Strong non melting glue to fill if small gaps and touch up paint, or a rubber or fabric sleeve to go over it.

@christopherchristiaan3788 Жыл бұрын

@@FixCarYourself okay thanks, will try one or 2

@black-scorpion3896 Жыл бұрын

Your skill level 100000

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@loganw20100 4 ай бұрын

Excellent!!!

@FixCarYourself 4 ай бұрын

Many thanks!

@user-ge5mh5mw4y Жыл бұрын

Very nice tutorial. Thank you.

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it

@youngrising8559 9 ай бұрын

Do you think you can use the same technique to get the piece stuck in the base of the antenna out in order to replace and reuse the antenna itself?

@FixCarYourself 9 ай бұрын

Yes, but not to reuse the piece. If you tried like gluing it then the antenna wont have a good ground anymore, and you'll probably have a bad radio from going in and out, or it may not even work sometimes.

@danilonucup4703 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the very informative video 👍♥️

@FixCarYourself 6 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@joelmanrique7528 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!!!

@FixCarYourself 3 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@Al_W_On_The_Trackz 8 ай бұрын

My only suggestion is to first put some type of scratch and dent guard down to protect your car’s paint job.

@FixCarYourself 8 ай бұрын

Definitely doesn't hut.

@williamspindler1603 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for explaining this so well!

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped and that this video was short and to the point.

@jennordstrom8582 3 жыл бұрын

I’m trying this today!!!! Thanks🤗

@FixCarYourself 3 жыл бұрын

Let us know if it is easy and how much time you spend on this?

@bobpawlak8530 Жыл бұрын

Wow.... Thanks so much. Great help

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@kingfishercobra5497 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing video m8 all I needed

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

No problem 👍

@neronunfela7522 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much

@FixCarYourself 6 ай бұрын

Glad this video helped!

@carolankrom811 4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@FixCarYourself 4 ай бұрын

Appreciate it. Glad I was able to help, and that you fixed your problem!

@hussainmaster1116 Жыл бұрын

Thx so much man that’s was very helpful

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

Great. Glad it helped!

@Mike-.747 10 ай бұрын

Thanks guy

@FixCarYourself 10 ай бұрын

Your welcome!

@MikeTheSith200 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Thanks man!

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped, and that you can now enjoy your radio again!

@mandysav294 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative! Thank you

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@Comeoffitman 28 күн бұрын

What size drive bits did you use? Did it go left or wrong. How does you no when it was done?

@DONJULIANOrtiz 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@FixCarYourself 11 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@Denny759 2 жыл бұрын

That worked great, thanks for sharing.

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

GREAT 👍.

@oscarpaull95 3 жыл бұрын

Bro I just screamed fuck all the way on my 36km journey home so helpful so happy your a legend!

@jasnersaintjean603 2 жыл бұрын

Wawww this is awesome my friend thanks for sharing 👍

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped.

@collinelington.8885 3 жыл бұрын

I’m a sitting duck right now but I’ll try this later, preciate it this is a pain

@FixCarYourself 3 жыл бұрын

At least this is easy to do. Just make sure you use a left hand drill bit.

@thethe6232 2 жыл бұрын

I would put a protector down around the area of drilling, unless you want to dent and scratch the the hell out of your car roof, when the drill slips 👍

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Doesn't hurt.

@scott1414 11 ай бұрын

I’d love to try that but I was using a poor quality 3rd party car antenna and it had rusted underneath and in to the antenna mount. I’m afraid of using the drill and it not being able to loosen the broken bolt due to rust. Is there some sort of rust dissolver that I can use on it before trying the drill?

@FixCarYourself 11 ай бұрын

Yes, I actually made a separate video on cleaning this. That actually may do it. Here is the link: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rMyCiLGTq7_cpY0.htmlsi=mt4QmcebnOI-gRXR

@humbertroplis 2 жыл бұрын

It works! Thank you so much.

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Glad this quick video helped you out!

@anngotthjalpsen6203 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

You're welcome 😊

@anitawells43 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

glad it helped.

@luisrosales3709 3 ай бұрын

hey i have a question , if you dont replace it, and it rains will it damage anything?

@FixCarYourself 3 ай бұрын

In time it could, as rain gets in there and starts to corrode the area. At the minimum plug it up with something.

@stephenlabranche7201 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

@sicilianchick5507 5 ай бұрын

How do I know what size to screw in for a antennae?

@FixCarYourself 5 ай бұрын

If your antenna is broken take it to a hardware store and they can match it up. Or buy the exact models replacement, or you can get a universal antenna which usually comes with all the adapters.

@javierarroyo66 3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks I really liked your idea

@FixCarYourself 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped. Did it work for you?

@-_-_-.... 9 ай бұрын

Lucky you did't dent scratch the roof with that drillbit, also... the usual way to remove things like this is with a left threaded tap, just drill small hole and insert the left threaded tap, since its conical it will eat itself and gets stuck, right then the broken piece will come out, you got luck that it came loose, but it could have end up just drilling drilling and there goes your thread... bit risky job.

@FixCarYourself 8 ай бұрын

That's what I used was a LH drill bit tap. You could also use an extractor bit.

@Comeoffitman 28 күн бұрын

I tried it once with a claw hammer and pipe wrench and ended up scratching the fender, cracking the windshield and setting off the airbag

@FixCarYourself 26 күн бұрын

Sorry to hear that

@nancytyson4183 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@collinelington.8885 3 жыл бұрын

The heads broke off the pins that hold the caliper and bracket, do you think this will be strong enough to do the trick?

@FixCarYourself 3 жыл бұрын

Yes it sure will, but their may be another way to remove the pin from the caliper bracket. I made a separate video that will definitely help you decide which method you can choose to do. Here is the video 👉kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eJ54aaZhsJ2VdKc.html

@matthewmoorecichlids2323 2 жыл бұрын

Previous owner was nice enough to super glue the antenna on for me. Fml

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Crafty. I'm guessing signal was so-so.

@dohcmotor69 2 жыл бұрын

Just got to be carful of the threads 👍

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

yes good call. This is why its best to use a small drill bit and then the next closest drill bit size. The goal is not to drill the sides that being the threads.

@Vangeliss 10 ай бұрын

I wish everything worked as seen on YT videos 😂

@FixCarYourself 10 ай бұрын

Yep!

@stringbean5920 Ай бұрын

Are antennas needed for key fobs to work?

@FixCarYourself Ай бұрын

The short answer is no....however depending on how the vechicle is wired...it could. Like some antennas are used as a ground and if the key fobs wires are connected then maybe it would effect it. 🤔 so tough answer perhaps other could help clarify this better.

@stringbean5920 Ай бұрын

@FixCarYourself one day the key fob worked the next day it didn't got a new battery. Idk. Corrosion is less than a flea, so it shouldn't be a problem. Idk. This is why I hate new cars.

@FixCarYourself Ай бұрын

agreed!

@eh139 3 ай бұрын

Hi - can you resend the link to the drill bit? This link doesn't seem to work. Thanks!

@FixCarYourself 3 ай бұрын

Ok, I just updated the link in the description.

@eh139 3 ай бұрын

@@FixCarYourself- much appreciated! Just ordered it.

@FixCarYourself 3 ай бұрын

Cool hope it helps!

@johnmontana18 3 жыл бұрын

Super. Thanks.

@FixCarYourself 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome 😊

@keithhayes3462 Жыл бұрын

where can I buy the universal antenna?

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

Check the details in the description. Their are some links to give you some ideas.

@Rosh72851 Жыл бұрын

Hi... What is the size of the drill bit you used? And what M-type was the antenna screw tip?

@FixCarYourself Жыл бұрын

I mention the drill bits used at the end of the video. But its best to have a set and start with small bits before you use the next bigger size. I think I used an M2 thread...however just get the oem replacement for you car or buy a universal antenna set which comes with all the M THREAD TYPES.

@MaxANDChewy-db8ny 3 ай бұрын

Anyone know if the actual base is ripped off from a car wash? Cannot find any videos on this repair 🤔

@FixCarYourself 3 ай бұрын

Depends on the model and vehicle. The base is usually screwed and secured from the inside which means the headliner would have to be completely (or mostly) removed. Not a quick task unless you want to remove the headliner.

@MaxANDChewy-db8ny 3 ай бұрын

Yes finding this out unfortunately

@FixCarYourself 2 ай бұрын

I got use to it on my vehicle for about a year.

@traficamcapetownsouthafrica 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@FixCarYourself 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@traficamcapetownsouthafrica 3 жыл бұрын

@@FixCarYourself my Chevy Aveo's antenna metal thread was trapped in dirt and would not come off. I had to use vice grip pliers to remove the top section, with the help of some lubricant. The OEM antenna part was pricey but, it fits well with the vehicle.

@FixCarYourself 3 жыл бұрын

@@traficamcapetownsouthafrica nice!. and good thinking using the lubrication, and btw an air can may have also helped or at least may help others who are working on this now.

@traficamcapetownsouthafrica 3 жыл бұрын

@@FixCarYourself 👌🏼😊👌🏼🤩

@bunnymitchell9475 Жыл бұрын

Did you start with one drill bit then change to another ? I just broke my antenna off so I was just wondering.

@FixCarYourself 11 ай бұрын

yes. watch the video again. I mention the various sizes.

@jloo9380 2 жыл бұрын

how do I get up on the roof of my 2020 Jeep Cherokee to do what you did?

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Open the door and stand on the side. Or you may have to use a short ladder to reach the top of the roof easily.

@Shumayal 2 жыл бұрын

How to buy the replacement antenna to screw in? Mine has M6 female thread

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

Just do a search online with your car make and model on AMZN, EBay, or other car parts stores, and you can either get an OEM one. Or you can buy a generic one which usually comes with a few adapters which it will say in the description.

@TMCelica 2 жыл бұрын

Mine is rusted though, what would you do in that situation?

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

I'm guessing the top part is rusted, but the core is probably still good. I would do this drill approach. My antenna top probably had some rust on it, as the antenna was broken/missing for about 4 months. Yet, this still worked for me.

@TMCelica 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply I really appreciate it! I will give it a shot

@FixCarYourself 2 жыл бұрын

@@TMCelica Cool! Let me know how it goes, and make sure you use all the correct equipment as stated in the video.