From digest.v4.n834 Fri Jul 12 11:15:10 1996
From: ZEITLIN.D.B-_at_smtpgty.bwi.wec.com (ZEITLIN.D.B-)
Date: Fri, 12 Jul 1996 12:49:37 -0400
Subject: Stuck Antenna Mast

     If lubrications don't help (and it sound like that's the case), you will 
     likely need to replace the mast.  The mast comes with a nylon pigtail that 
     is probably worn on your old one.  If it is like the E30 antenna, it 
     installs in about fifteen minutes:
     1. Loosen the threaded sleeve (collar) holding the old mast.
     2. Turn on the radio, and pull out the old mast (leave the radio on).
     3. Feed in the new mast, pigtail first.
     4. When you feel resistance, turn off the radio and push a little more.  
     The mast should retract itself after the initial "push."
     5.  Retighten the sleeve.
     An OEM mast cost me $20 about two years ago.
     Hope this helps,
     DanZ
     Annapolis, MD
     <zeitlin.d.b_at_wec.com>