I just received my new antenna and it comes with two little flat
"keys" and no instructions whatsoever. It is a complete unit with a
cord that plugs into the back of the radio. Is there a reasonably
quick way to install this? An initial review of the situation (and
research in Bentley) suggests that I have to remove the
dashboard/instrument panel. There is also an alarming bit about
"drilling out" some steering column bolts...furthermore, I can't even
see where the antenna plugs into the radio (i think on the driver
side?) All this just to replace the antenna? I know Vanagons are
complicated in places, but ...??

None of my manuals mention the antenna by name; it seems it doesn't
exist. Can anyone point me to the right page in the Bentley manual?

Help?  I'm off on a trip tomorrow and i'd like to have some reception.
Can i do this in the next three hours?

I've tried to search the archives but for some reason I can't load
vanagon.com today.

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Garrick, Queens, NY
'87 GL Weekender

*****
With fond remembrances of:
'77 Beetle
'67 Bus
'59 Pickup sn# 460440
'67 Beetle
'76 Camper Bus