Hi all
Following a cracked windscreen, we are having this replaced by Autoglass through our insurance (Axa) with a £60 excess to pay. They have given us a date when this will be done so all good in that regard.
However, I was informed by Autoglass that they are unable to replace the existing dab radio antenna that is fixed to the inside of the windscreen. The reason they gave is that it is not part of the original Ford Transit equipment. This is fact as I know it was fitted by the previous owners as part of a new Kenwood radio/cd/rear camera they installed.
My question is, can the existing antenna and small black box etc be removed from the windscreen and refitted or will it be necessary to supply and fit a new antenna. I wondered if anybody else had come across this situation.
And, assuming, it does have to be replaced with a new item, is this a generic bit of kit or is it specific to the make and model of the radio/cd.
Before speaking with the insurance company (so far, all communication has been with Autoglass via the Axa switchboard), do you feel this is for insurance company (and/or Autoglass) to sort / source / and fit or is it 'my problem'. It has never been declared as a vehicle modification so, perhaps this could have a bearing.
I have attached a photo looking from outside, apologies it is difficult to show clearly.
I would be interested in any views/advice. Many thanks
Following a cracked windscreen, we are having this replaced by Autoglass through our insurance (Axa) with a £60 excess to pay. They have given us a date when this will be done so all good in that regard.
However, I was informed by Autoglass that they are unable to replace the existing dab radio antenna that is fixed to the inside of the windscreen. The reason they gave is that it is not part of the original Ford Transit equipment. This is fact as I know it was fitted by the previous owners as part of a new Kenwood radio/cd/rear camera they installed.
My question is, can the existing antenna and small black box etc be removed from the windscreen and refitted or will it be necessary to supply and fit a new antenna. I wondered if anybody else had come across this situation.
And, assuming, it does have to be replaced with a new item, is this a generic bit of kit or is it specific to the make and model of the radio/cd.
Before speaking with the insurance company (so far, all communication has been with Autoglass via the Axa switchboard), do you feel this is for insurance company (and/or Autoglass) to sort / source / and fit or is it 'my problem'. It has never been declared as a vehicle modification so, perhaps this could have a bearing.
I have attached a photo looking from outside, apologies it is difficult to show clearly.
I would be interested in any views/advice. Many thanks