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#1 ·
Hi, I'm looking to make a custom antenna shaped like a palm tree for a 2006 SLK 350/ R171. After some google searches, the idea seems to be a bit more involved than machining a new antenna out of billet aluminum due to how the keyfob works with the antenna.

With the above in mind:
What material can I make the antenna out of to not interfere with the key fob function?

Is there a 2D cad drawing of the OEM antenna so I can reference it for the base?

Thanks in advance
 
owns 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class 350
#5 ·
Whiplash base, aka eye poker (longer), or stubby base?

Catching on the roof is a good point though.

Perhaps something to slip over an original antenna once roof is in required position with an added fixing.

Possibly like the flags some folks add.
 
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then get the r170 shorty for your r171

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Short stubby radio antenna

I have 2005 350 and 2007 55. I want to change antennas for both cars. Both have same type of antenna. I am getting mixed information about the availability of short/stubby antennas. If I call dealer then he says there is none other. However I see MBZ # 171 820 20 75 as an option and dealer is...
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#8 ·
Palm tree decor has always been popular here in South Carolina, so I get it. My mailbox flag was a palmetto palm years ago. But I am going to be the negative nellie on this one. Besides your concern over radio reception, I would be concerned about theft or vandalism and the potential for wind noise.
I suggest installing a stubby and getting a palm tree sticker for the corner of your rear glass.
 
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Avel Du said:
In Canada it is the snowman look. UK has the umbrella look. Germany, bratwurst. France, baguette.
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And in Florida it would probably be a flamingo or a tiny palm with sunglasses.

Joking aside, that’s exactly why I’d be tempted to make it as a removable slip-over piece rather than replacing the antenna assembly. Easier to take off before a wash, road trip, or roof cycling test, and much less painful if reception or clearance turns out to be an issue.
 
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russ_badger64 said:
And in Florida it would probably be a flamingo or a tiny palm with sunglasses.

Joking aside, that’s exactly why I’d be tempted to make it as a removable slip-over piece rather than replacing the antenna assembly. Easier to take off before a wash, road trip, or roof cycling test, and much less painful if reception or clearance turns out to be an issue.
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