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Old 07-05-2016, 04:17 PM   #1
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Any suggestions on a replacement head for my original 08 Winegard bat wing antenna?

This past weekend at the Rv park, we got 4 channels on the search, but to weak to hold on to them. The people on both sides had at least 6 or 7 channels. They were both using the new Winegard Sensar , or something like that.
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Old 07-05-2016, 05:03 PM   #2
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Sounds like all you need is to add the Wingard Wingman attachment.
The batwing antenna was lousy for UHF channels and most channels are now UHF.
Very simple to install.


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Old 07-05-2016, 05:57 PM   #3
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X2 with the wineguard wingman
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The new Winegard Rayzer Z1 (just the head) that attaches to the existing Wingman mast has mixed reviews.
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Old 07-06-2016, 05:55 AM   #5
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We have that crappy little mushroom shape antenna that is worthless. I have started using a portable antenna I bought off amazon. Only had it out twice so far but both places that we routinely stay at and only get a few channels if any, I was getting in 18 and 20 channels. I just let it hang in from the cabinet when using it and roll it up when traveling.

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We have that crappy little mushroom shape antenna that is worthless. I have started using a portable antenna I bought off amazon. Only had it out twice so far but both places that we routinely stay at and only get a few channels if any, I was getting in 18 and 20 channels. I just let it hang in from the cabinet when using it and roll it up when traveling.

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Just in case this is directed at my input here is the Rayzar Z1 antenna. Available as a complete replacement for the original Winegard or just the antenna that mounts on the original Winegard mast. I do not have an opinion for this antenna. Don't know how it stacks up when compared to the King jack Antenna.
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Just in case this is directed at my input here is the Rayzar Z1 antenna. Available as a complete replacement for the original Winegard or just the antenna that mounts on the original Winegard mast. I do not have an opinion for this antenna. Don't know how it stacks up when compared to the King jack Antenna.

Thanks for the information. I didn't know there was a replacement for just the head on that style antenna. I need to see if I can find some reviews on that.
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I purchased the Jack upgrade... worked well for me and simple install
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