Antenna cutoff switch done

[Watkins Family <watbmv@xxxx>]

I went to a local auto part store and got a small thin black rocker type
switch with two leads. The antenna wire was easily identified by the
bright blue label on it from the radio manufacturer. I cut the car's
original white wire after the push in connector and hooked up the
switch. I fired up my CD player and "voila" no antenna going up!! I
then flicked on the switch and up it went. So if I am listening to the
CD player for long periods, stopping and getting out etc... I am not
putting un-needed wear and tear on the antenna mechanism.

The big question was, where was I going to install the switch? I
pondered over cutting a hole in one of the dummy switches, but it would
have meant more work running the wire under the console. I ended up
finding the most easiest solution........I tucked the switch in-between
the center console and the right side drivers knee pad where they meet!
It is a very snug fit and the pressure from the two keep so firmly in
place that the switch does not move at all when flicking it. The best
part is you cannot see if even if you try and it is easily in reach by
just placing your hand underneath the knee pad.

This placement also leaves me the option of removing the switch without
marring or cutting any of the interior trim. I wrapped the switch edges
so it would not rub or cut either knee pad or console. I didn't really
want to upset the integrity of the stock switches....dummy or not. I
though about getting a defrost switch but you end up with the accidental
turning it on from your shift arm as well as having to remove the
defrost logo somehow.

If you are thinking about installing a switch like this because your
radio isn't as sophisticated as some mentioned in other postings, try
the tight fit between these two trim pieces. It worked for me! Thanks
to everyone for the advise and feedback

Tom
vin #005732 MT

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