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Originally Posted by DCNISMO The small metal plate acts as a ground plane, but its small and I do get drop-outs of the satellite signal when driving under trees. The

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Originally Posted by DCNISMO

The small metal plate acts as a ground plane, but its small and I do get drop-outs of the satellite signal when driving under trees. The XM antenna would function better with a larger ground plane. So yes, being mounted on the outside of the car on the roof you will get better reception.

On Balance, you do get more drops when passing under a tree, but it is not terrible. I also get those drops (not as often) with the BMW "Shark Fin" antenna on the roof.

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