I have a 2009 Mazda CX-7. I live in a hilly area.
Oftentimes my radio station fades out.
Is there a way to boost my antenna so it receives a good signal?
Or,
High reviews.
https://www.amazon.com/AntennaMastsRus-Screw-Antenna-Compatible-2007-2012/dp/B07D1RV7NW/ref=sr_1_4?crid=GWZA8F9D9G83&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.jjtnMCoZQcxmQcLwDoc7kz5g8h4RL4e1pgyvCJv1w6kKCi2DDFDijxve6fO9OQcDXK8mfaMcbpGXF6zI4bDPrxULDd1d0Tx23XjYPzI5eenZCdVqZJ4snRMN3RHf-MsiPuJL6mUBq8QhETBmawCtTVEkcBx1QsxJYzTI5dBwP6CjDm4zd4Utq34szwGbxMGlm8FR9CjGv_0sUeEMr7BU0sHj0Zh5z7vLoR0msV2-kQafRjpcRXdYWSvpa6IgeQ4w3B0lq1hQSoSH19pFVEy21cV-TyzTsQLP0iaYjTxheOA.eyiA5NWh9ZDl8O4vllLM6nnDuNwqwLuRudTn-0E4gWA&dib_tag=se&keywords=mazda+cx7+antenna&qid=1727659722&s=electronics&sprefix=mazda+cx7+antenna%2Celectronics%2C793&sr=1-4#customerReviews
My antenna is the same length as at the Amazon site.
This is glow in the dark tape that I attached about 5 years.
My reception was great in Houston, Texas.
That tape may affect reception.
Does streaming these stations not work well?
I have the original 2009 radio.
You gave me an idea for getting a new radio.
And replace the factory speakers with 3-way speakers.
I wonder if I can change out the radio without needing special tools and a large can of patience.
My radio has Mp3 on it. Wonder if I can burn .mp3s to it to fit more on it?
Does that taping job look as bad in person as it does in the photo ? Take it off and then you will know if it is the problem
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I took it off last night. It practically crumbled off.
It looks worse at night with my phone flash.
More than likely, you canâwith the help of the Crutchfield people:
If you are going to replace the radio, I strongly suggest that you opt for one that can connect to Sirius/XM. IMO, the cost of that service is well worth it when you consider the scope/breadth of their channels (music, talk/commentary/sports coverage) and the fact that you can listen to a strong signal under virtually any conditions.
Many years ago, I listened to the BBCâs World Service at home, via an âiffyâ shortwave signal. Now, courtesy of Sirius/XM, I can listen to that wonderful radio service while I drive, with a signal that sounds as strong as if itâs coming from the next town.
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How do I stop this websites popups from occuring?
Try downloading Ad Block.
I use the DuckDuckGo browser and there are no ads at all. It also deletes browsing history after you close the app. That way companies like Google canât track your history and tailor ads or news feeds for you.
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OK , Andy. Time for silly questions.
Do you lose reception on all stations AM and FM
Where are you located ( just area not actual address)
Does this happen to anyone else you know
If you have another vehicle does it do the same
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I just switched over to DuckDuckGo (thanks to jtsanders and a few others) a week or so ago, BEST MOVE yet for this forum⊠Zero ads or popups so farâŠ
I just wish you could only have a music version, it is like cable or dish, you get 500 (or whatever) channels and only watch maybe 20-30 of them, the rest are uselessâŠ
But yeah I am thinking about trying it⊠I use Pandora nowâŠ
I paid for SXM in my Hondas between 2005 and 2023 and liked it a lot. I listed to alternative rock, classic rock, and even more modern rock like 2000s and contemporary. I also listened to POTUS for a couple of political shows. For the most part I couldnât tell what the hostâs party affiliation was. I donât use SXM anymore since I donât have a satellite receiver on my Tesla. I know that I can use a phone app and did so when I wasnât in the car before.
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Not to drift away from topic. My uncle had a ford capri and he installed one of the longest CB radio antennas Iâve ever seen in my entire life, and it quickly became a trend afterwards. The antenna would pick up radio signal all over the 14 parishes , and interestingly, would pick up radio signal from the United states while living on the island.
I would say the antenna was about 12ft long.
Isnât that what you just did ?
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12 ft would make for a good CB antenna, close to 1/2 wavelength. And would be pretty good I expect for ordinary AM radio, where 1/2 wavelength isnât practical, so a longer antenna is the better than a shorter one. . But 12 ft might not work very well for fm radio, which has a 1/2 wavelength around 4 feet.
2 posts about CB radio antennas. How is that going to help Andy with his standard radio problems?
SXM does have a music only subscription at about 1/3 the cost of full subscription. I have it on both my cars. If the SXM radio if factory and it hasnât been under subscription for a while. You can get like a 3 year subscription deal for like $150. Gotta call and ask for a deal.
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