TV Antenna Replacement Options

In that case the easiest fix might be the Jack Antenna. They seem to be decent.

I really hate the idea of having to drill a larger hole etc all the way through the camper roof, because as it is right now, there is no rotation option or anything in the ceiling currently.

I believe the photo is showing the front of the trailer. Even if it were the rear, the Batwing could be installed so that it folds down to the side. I installed mine sideways four years ago and have had no problems.

MNtundraRet wrote:
Along with originally installing a POS antenna, they located it in a bad location.

The current location would be bad for the Winegard since it would fold down over the vent cover. Not enough room. The version of Jack antenna that sits on the roof and rotates only could work there.

The antenna would not quite be as good as the Winegard but should be very acceptable. Since the present location is where the coaxial cables lead to, creating a new hole elsewhere will involve cost and time to run coaxial cables to the new location (not an easy job).

MT, wouldn't Winegard batwing work if you folded it down away from the vent? Looks like there's a lot of room to fold a batwing down towards the rear of the trailer.

Along with originally installing a POS antenna, they located it in a bad location.

The current location would be bad for the Winegard since it would fold down over the vent cover. Not enough room. The version of Jack antenna that sits on the roof and rotates only could work there.

The antenna would not quite be as good as the Winegard but should be very acceptable. Since the present location is where the coaxial cables lead to, creating a new hole elsewhere will involve cost and time to run coaxial cables to the new location (not an easy job).

Tom_M wrote:
The Winegard Sensar IV is considered the best for all-around reception.


Winegard link

X2. Only issue is it folds down so careful consideration needs to be given to where you mount it so it doesn't hit the AC, vents, etc.

The Winegard Sensar IV is considered the best for all-around reception.


Winegard link

we're starting the shopping for a new or new-er motorhome. all of the new ones we've checked out seem to have the Jack antenna. we prefer the Winegard Batwing Sensar IV. the low-profile antennas are fine for urban areas or when in the primary service zone for TV. but get too far into the secondary or tertiary zones and antenna height becomes your best friend.