Why Doesn’t 91’ Factory Radio Work Well
10-28-2017, 06:45 PM
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Why Doesn’t 91’ Factory Radio Work Well?
Not asking for a fix here. Just wonder if anyone can explain why the factory radio in a 91’ XJ doesn’t pick-up FM stations well? Have there just been advances in technology for newer radios vs deficiencies in older radios? Again, not looking for a fix. Just wondering about the technical details just out of general interest.
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10-28-2017, 06:56 PM
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for it being a 91 it could be several things, bad ground or the braided ground coming from the back of the engine connected to the firewall causing a lot of interference if thats not connected properly or has dirt built up.
i wouldnt suspect the radio it self rather the connections or a damaged coax cable
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i wouldnt suspect the radio it self rather the connections or a damaged coax cable
marc
http://www.lunghd.com/Tech_Articles/...ts_Arrow_A.jpg
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10-28-2017, 07:09 PM
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Thank you! Will check the link.
10-28-2017, 07:37 PM
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if you were thinking of buying a newer radio it would be good to check those grounds while your installing it. the braided ground strap is to eliminate engine noises and interferences.
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10-28-2017, 09:55 PM
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Year: 1989 xj sport 2dr
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Engine: 12 hole bosch Injectors
10-28-2017, 10:18 PM
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there ya go shortwave car radio how cool 
im having my eye on this one https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-010670 .. but that has nothing to do with jeeps lol
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im having my eye on this one https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-010670 .. but that has nothing to do with jeeps lol
marc
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