Replaced Jensen antennae with King Jack

[seaeagle2]

My trailer came with a Jensen Omni directional antennae which was basically worthless. I decided to go with the King Jack because I park my trailer under the carport at home and if I want to use the TV at home, a Wingard wouldn't be able to crank up. Also, the Jensen was mounted so the cable went into the trailer concealed in a cabinet and the Winegard wouldn't fit in the existing spot, but the King would.
The King is a skitch taller than the vent covers, and a full 2" shorter than the AC, so all is good. I removed the Jensen, measured to make sure the inside part would clear the cabinet framework, and drilled a 2 1/4" hole. I drilled a hole to run the antennae cable that was covered by the base, attached the cables, and used Dicor sealent and screwed it down. I used the existing Jensen wall plate assembly since it has a 12volt outlet for the TV.
Sitting in the driveway, I now get about several more stations and they don't keep cutting out like before.
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The inside assembly, there was a blank on the opening so I just removed it.

[dodge_guy]

Yes, the Jack is as good as it claims! I have one and after my buddy seen how good it worked he bought one also. It picks up just as many stations as mine and way more than the batwing ever could!

[seaeagle2]

So I finally got around to cleaning up the install. I got a wood cabinet knob at a box store for .98, and a "sample" packet of Cherry stain from a lumberyard, and used velcro to attach the panel in place.
I was surprised how distracting the leds on the base are. I know there's a switch to turn them off but...

[Johno02]

I use a Winegard, but have seen as good reception with the Jack. Lots of good reports, very few bad. It will definely be better than the Omni.

[CavemanCharlie]

bobndot wrote:
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Thank you taking the time to post the pics of your mod. Posts like this are very helpful to others who may want to do this but might be afraid to tackle it . Pics and explanations, makes others feel like they can do it as well.
I know when I undertake a mod, it gives me a feeling of accomplishment because I did something on my own.
To have others appreciate it, makes me feel even better.
Thank you again , you did a very nice job .

I agree , thanks

[B_O__Plenty]

I like my jack because it doesn't rattle when the wind blows like my old one did. Drove me nuts at night.

B.O.

[clev]

Thank you for the post. I have an Omni directional disc on top of the crank up directv dish and it is ****. What few stations that it does receive, fade in and out. I've been doing some research for a good quality amplified antenna, but all companies have bragging rights. I've considered the Jack but just wasn't sure. How many, here, can verify the great reception of the jack?

[n7bsn]

I'll watch for your post on how well the Jack works in the field vrs the Jensen (Jensen==Junk).

Mine also came with the Jensen, I did some testing and got more "stations" with a random chunk of wire then I could with the Jensen.
After my testing Northwoods told me they would stop installing the Jensen.

[dodge_guy]

It's a great antenna! Pulls in a lot of stations.
You'll love it!

[bobndot]

lol, by the angle of the pics I was thinking you will have to deflate your tires to move the rv .

Thank you taking the time to post the pics of your mod. Posts like this are very helpful to others who may want to do this but might be afraid to tackle it . Pics and explanations, makes others feel like they can do it as well.
I know when I undertake a mod, it gives me a feeling of accomplishment because I did something on my own.
To have others appreciate it, makes me feel even better.
Thank you again , you did a very nice job .

[nypatnva]

Just put the same antenna on my 1965 Airstream (last week) replacing the 50 YO antenna. I installed it in the forward skylight that we don't use so I would not have to drill through the aluminum skin. I get 19 stations under the aluminum carport and we are 40 miles from the nearest station tower. Can't wait to try in boondocking.

[DarthMuffin]

Thanks for the post! I was just considering upgrading our Takena to the exact same antenna. Also figuring I would remove the blank above the stereo and reach in there for adjustment if it fits. Guess it does 🙂

[Tequila]

bummer. Mind you I watch movies more than TV. Most of my RVing time is in Mexico and the only English language station I have found is in Mazatlan.

Mind you I am a fan of the weather, LOL.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVlwoy5UywQ

[Tequila]

double post.

[seaeagle2]

It's just a little taller than the fantastic vent cover, I want to say 1/2" or so and the arms would be wider than the fantastic vent cover.