Magnetic antenna and scratches?

[kelltara]

Question: I was using a bit of saran wrap the last time out to keep the magnet from scratching the paint. Is there anything else I can use such as a piece of felt?

 

[DPD1]

Yes, but if it's too thick it will lower the pulling power at some point. If the car is clean and you don't slide it, it really shouldn't scratch.

 

[davidmc36]

If the bottom of your antenna is a bit rough and could cause scratches I use a layer of electrical tape, not too thick and is fairly soft. Just make sure there is no dirt or even dust before you sit it on.

 

[TIZ6]

No problem!

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[n5ims]

Also note that with mag mount antennas that the coax will move due to the wind and over time will mar the paint, so don't just worry about the mount. I know it sounds wierd, but a perminant antenna mount may actually do less damage than a mag mount.