What Antenna is Correct for '68?

[mshaver51]

I could have sworn that I posted this previously, but a 'search' turned up no evidence, so I am posting the query again.

I have three antennas for my 68 SWT, as shown in the photos. As you can see, one is shorter than the others, and one is broken.

Are any of them correct for my '68?

Can someone provide me with the information on the correct antenna?

As always, your help is appreciated. Thank you.

[Max (SD)]

This what i recently took off my 68. Production date 11/29/67

[mshaver51]

not sure, but it would appear that you have the power antenna. i am going purely from memory, but if i recall correctly, the power antenna was on the opposite side of the car. i have only seen a couple of those things in my life! i am certainly no scholar, but that's a neat (and rare, i think) piece.

do you have any information on which of the non-power antennae are correct for early '68?

[Jim Breazeale]

not sure, but it would appear that you have the power antenna. i am going purely from memory, but if i recall correctly, the power antenna was on the opposite side of the car. i have only seen a couple of those things in my life! i am certainly no scholar, but that's a neat (and rare, i think) piece.

do you have any information on which of the non-power antennae are correct for early '68?

It is not rare, neat or unique. It is a aftermarket (probably from the 90s) replacement antenna.

Regards

Jim
PS: My vote is for the broken one as being original to a 68 car. It should have a grey wire.

[Max (SD)]

After cleaning up my antenna a little bit, i discovered the name of Harada, which is Japanese company that made and still makes antennas. Unless the Germans where buying there antennas from Japan in the 60's I tend to agree with Jim.