Repair Broken Car Antenna 📶 That Snapped Off

[@FixCarYourself]

Check out this helpful video of cleaning your car antenna before replacing it to improve radio signal strength: 👉👉👉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJe1hoGYe76rq7s

[@kchereicome9492]

I just broke my antenna off my Chevy Cruze. The wife is pissed and so am I. I'm glad I found this video. Fixing this asap. Thank you. 🇨🇦

[@GBuck276]

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]

I believe it.

[@MamaLysaof3]

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]

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

[@UniverseSinking2011]

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]

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. 👍

[@NavyOph]

Very helpful. Thanks to you, I was able to repair my broken antenna and have reception again for the first time in many months.

[@FixCarYourself]

Awesome...Glad to hear!

[@ScottyfromCO]

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]

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

[@billc7211]

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]

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.

[@steviebeckner8247]

This is exactly the problem I have with my antenna and am so glad I found your video! Thank you!

[@FixCarYourself]

You're welcome!

[@adriancressy8363]

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]

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!!!

[@timjohnun4297]

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]

interesting.

[@amiller8822]

I’m confused, why LH ?

[@timjohnun4297]

@@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]

Nicely put!

[@cynthiajohnson1093]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

Glad it helped!

[@mikenajdowski2359]

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]

Nice work!

[@wildkat16]

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]

Glad it helped!

[@Subiewrx22]

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]

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

[@alexandertecle]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@smartchickgirl812]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@wildkat16]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

Good to know and Great job!

[@tenentenegrao]

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]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

$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]

@@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]

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

[@dougloney8162]

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]

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

[@Lawtown31]

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]

Awesome glad it was easy!

[@dvroeg]

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]

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]

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]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@RockNJeep]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

Great to hear!

[@SweetandSourohmy]

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]

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

[@abaileyau]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

Awesome! Glad to hear.

[@juandavidospina4616]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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.

[@endlesslord1985]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@dattdude2000]

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]

Happy to help!

[@mintberri]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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]

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.

[@queenreign414]

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]

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!!!

[@kebo57]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@noelj10]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@roguelightbearer]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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]

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]

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.

[@fooch1]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@manueldelpozo8772]

Eres un fenómeno, genial!!, lo haré al pie de la letra, gracias campeón. Saludos

[@FixCarYourself]

Glad this helped!

[@belovedholiday5700]

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]

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

[@jimmytate7587]

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]

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

[@tawanparsons9142]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

Thanks! It's the easiest and fastest way.

[@bradlehman712]

Brilliant, took less time than you said. Cheers

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@ItsJibb]

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]

Thanks!

[@drewidrie2396]

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

[@drewidrie2396]

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]

Awesome. I'm glad these specific instructions helped!

[@FixCarYourself]

Glad I could help!

[@drewidrie2396]

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]

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

[@paulmaldonado789]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

Don't forget your flashlight.

[@paulmaldonado789]

@@FixCarYourself 😂

[@davidjsouth231]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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!!!

[@commercialhalloffame]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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.

[@drewidrie2396]

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]

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

[@drewidrie2396]

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]

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]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

Glad this helped!

[@erindianis5544]

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]

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]

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]

@@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]

@@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]

@@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.

[@Al_W_On_The_Trackz]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

Definitely doesn't hut.

[@1974amilcar]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@black-scorpion3896]

Your skill level 100000

[@FixCarYourself]

Thanks!

[@christopherchristiaan3788]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

Thanks! How did yours break?

[@christopherchristiaan3788]

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]

@@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]

@@FixCarYourself okay thanks, will try one or 2

[@adr6805]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@valerieminnich305]

That was quick and easy, thank you.

[@FixCarYourself]

Wonderful!

[@ElijahHumes]

Very nice tutorial. Thank you.

[@FixCarYourself]

Glad you liked it

[@youngrising8559]

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]

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.

[@LuisVargas-go9vz]

Thank you So always the drill in reverse?

[@danilonucup4703]

Thanks for the very informative video 👍♥️

[@FixCarYourself]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kingfishercobra5497]

Thanks for showing video m8 all I needed

[@FixCarYourself]

No problem 👍

[@bobpawlak8530]

Wow.... Thanks so much. Great help

[@FixCarYourself]

Glad it helped!

[@williamspindler1603]

Thanks for explaining this so well!

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@maxamillionese8519]

Gracias Amigo .. toda madre ..

[@FixCarYourself]

Glad it helped

[@jennordstrom8582]

I’m trying this today!!!! Thanks🤗

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@scott1414]

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]

Yes, I actually made a separate video on cleaning this. That actually may do it. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJe1hoGYe76rq7ssi=mt4QmcebnOI-gRXR

[@Comeoffitman]

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

[@collinelington.8885]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@hussainmaster1116]

Thx so much man that’s was very helpful

[@FixCarYourself]

Great. Glad it helped!

[@manyetikmerkez]

I had same issue but the bigger part of the rusty screw has left on it, do how can I cut that screw before drilling?

[@loganw20100]

Excellent!!!

[@FixCarYourself]

Many thanks!

[@joelmanrique7528]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@FixCarYourself]

You're welcome!

[@MikeTheSith200]

Awesome video. Thanks man!

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@collinelington.8885]

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]

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 👉kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGmrZ3ZmgJxketU

[@Oscarpaull]

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

[@neronunfela7522]

Thank you so much

[@FixCarYourself]

Glad this video helped!

[@luisrosales3709]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@Rosh72851]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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.

[@sicilianchick5507]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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.

[@mandysav294]

Very informative! Thank you

[@FixCarYourself]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@eh139]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

Ok, I just updated the link in the description.

[@eh139]

@@FixCarYourself- much appreciated! Just ordered it.

[@FixCarYourself]

Cool hope it helps!

[@humbertroplis]

It works! Thank you so much.

[@FixCarYourself]

Glad this quick video helped you out!

[@Mike-.747]

Thanks guy

[@FixCarYourself]

Your welcome!

[@stringbean5920]

Are antennas needed for key fobs to work?

[@FixCarYourself]

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]

@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]

agreed!

[@jloo9380]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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.

[@thethe6232]

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]

Doesn't hurt.

[@Shumayal]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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.

[@keithhayes3462]

where can I buy the universal antenna?

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@anitawells43]

Thank you!!

[@FixCarYourself]

glad it helped.

[@jasnersaintjean603]

Wawww this is awesome my friend thanks for sharing 👍

[@FixCarYourself]

Glad it helped.

[@dohcmotor69]

Just got to be carful of the threads 👍

[@FixCarYourself]

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.

[@Denny759]

That worked great, thanks for sharing.

[@FixCarYourself]

GREAT 👍.

[@bunnymitchell9475]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@MuzzammilIsnan]

Thanks bro

[@FixCarYourself]

Your Welcome

[@MaxANDChewy-db8ny]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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]

Yes finding this out unfortunately

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@nancytyson4183]

Thank you

[@FixCarYourself]

You're welcome

[@javierarroyo66]

Hey thanks I really liked your idea

[@FixCarYourself]

Glad it helped. Did it work for you?

[@johnniemeadors]

Sir take a Center punch so you can have a place to start your drill at

[@FixCarYourself]

Yes, I agree. Good suggestion!

[@TMCelica]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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]

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

[@FixCarYourself]

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

[@اسماءالزريقات-ف4ف]

Thank u 💖💖💖💖

[@FixCarYourself]

You're welcome 😊

[@-_-_-....]

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]

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

[@endlesslord1985]

So is reverse counter clockwise?

[@FixCarYourself]

Yes

[@endlesslord1985]

@@FixCarYourself thank you so much my wife has been on me to fix it. Same thing happened to are escape. Thank you so much for the video

[@FixCarYourself]

@@endlesslord1985 Glad it helped! Now you'll hear less complaining and best of all you'll have better signal for your radio.

[@endlesslord1985]

@@FixCarYourself yea I'm just waiting for the drill bits to come in the mail

[@FixCarYourself]

@@endlesslord1985 awesome glad it worked 👍