GPS antenna won't work on fiberglass roof

peterzekert

peterzekert

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Hi guys,
Last winter changed my steel roof to fiberglass. Now my GPS antenna will not work. Any suggestions for fixes I can do at the track? Will a layer of foil tape around the antenna work?
Peter
 
I have the GPS antenna for my Rumblestrip 3M'd double taped to a peice of plastic and it works fine.
 
Peter -

With our (Race Technology) antennas and systems, having a conductive ground plane helps but honestly makes little difference, and I think that's typical.

The problem is something else.

Al Seim
Race Technology USA
804 358-7289
 
Are you having transmitting issues or adhesion issues?

3M 4945 VHB tape is ideal for that application. It's called 'super-automotive" tape in the industry. It's plasticizer migration resistant too, so you can apply it even if there is vinyl graphics where you want to mount.
 
I am surprised Al didn't mention you may have the dreaded antenna wire lead issue.
Fragile in the area of the antenna base.
Test the GPS with a known good antenna and see if that helps.
A 18" square of aluminum for the base , riveted to the roof may help a bunch.
YMMV
BC
 
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