Q – My radio reception is terrible. It was so bad that I replaced the stereo but it didn’t help. Every time I take it in for service, it works fine but whenever I get out of the city I can’t pick anything up. The antenna is built into the windshield and it was cracked so I replaced it. I hoped that this would help but still nothing. The shop even tried another stereo but it made no difference. The antenna cable looks fine. Mark
A – Mark, you must live in the boonies. But seriously, check the antenna cable resistance and I bet you will find the problem. My guess is that the center lead has broken by tugging on the cable rather than the plug. Besides, it’s the only thing left!