alan0043 Posted April 6, 2019 Report Share Posted April 6, 2019 Hi Everyone, I have a need for an antenna for my trailer. I installed a new radio inside the trailer. The radio runs on 12 volts and has a place for an automotive style antenna to plug into. I don't know what style I need. The reason that I say this is because I can not get to the outside of the trailer to run antenna wire. Is there an antenna that can work real work without being outside the trailer ? Thank you for any input, Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted April 6, 2019 Report Share Posted April 6, 2019 Any replacement antenna should work, but depending on wall construction, an external one might pull in better signals. What's close to you? AutoZone, O'Reillys'. I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted April 6, 2019 Report Share Posted April 6, 2019 The reason for mounting a radio antenna outside is to get better signal strength. If you are close to the station you will only need minimal antenna capability but when in fringe areas you need the best available and that will always be an outside mounted one. Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlos Posted April 6, 2019 Report Share Posted April 6, 2019 What material is your exterior made from? Fiberglass will have minimal impact on the signal, aluminum will have a major impact. Why can't you reach the outside? Normally the RV antennas are mounted on the roof, and look like this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted April 6, 2019 Report Share Posted April 6, 2019 Carlos, radio. I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big5er Posted April 7, 2019 Report Share Posted April 7, 2019 Alan, look on amazon for "indoor fm antenna" and you will find everything from $8 wire to $40 amplified antennas. MY PEOPLE SKILLS ARE JUST FINE.~It's my tolerance to idiots that needs work.~ 2005 Volvo 780 VED12 465hp / Freedomline transmission singled mid position / Bed by Larry Herrin2018 customed Mobile Suites 40KSSB3 2014 smart Fortwo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlos Posted April 7, 2019 Report Share Posted April 7, 2019 16 hours ago, Darryl&Rita said: Carlos, radio. Yes, that's a radio antenna as well as a TV antenna. They are all in one in most cases. http://magnadyne.com/magnadyne-roof-mount-omni-directional-antenna/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RV_ Posted April 7, 2019 Report Share Posted April 7, 2019 Maybe this? https://www.ebay.com/p/Windshield-Car-Am-FM-Radio-Antenna-Signal-Amplifier-Booster-12v-Universal-Antena/12029114972?iid=392229434358 RV/Derekhttp://www.rvroadie.com Email on the bottom of my website page.Retired AF 1971-1998 When you see a worthy man, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy man, look inside yourself. - Confucius “Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities.” ... Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted April 8, 2019 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2019 Hi Everyone, Thank you for those ideas. Please keep them coming. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted April 8, 2019 Report Share Posted April 8, 2019 20 hours ago, Carlos said: Yes, that's a radio antenna as well as a TV antenna. They are all in one in most cases. http://magnadyne.com/magnadyne-roof-mount-omni-directional-antenna/ Cool anntena, Carlos. Didn't notice the dual feed wire in the first post. I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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