Wilson 1000 magnet mount antennas work swell. They work even better when you don't pay for them.
See, after about 10 yarns of sunlight the coax turns to powder, and needs to be replaced.
Most people are lazy and they get rid of the damaged antenna for free or next to nothing.
This page will help you thru the steps to replace the coax and get your Wilson, and your rig back on the air.
Wilson 1000 Parts list
Wilson 1000 Magnet Mount Parts List
Notes For Wilson 1000 Magnet Mount Parts List
WIlson 1000 Coil Cut-A-Way View
Strp 1: Find A Wilson With Damaged Coax
Step 2: Clip Off The Damaged Coax.
Step 3: Remove The Whip From The Coil By Turning The Whip Counterclockwise
Step 4: Remove the Coil From The Magnet By Turning the Coil Counterclockwise.
Step 4: Pic 2
Step 5: Use A 3/4 Inch Wrench To Remove The Nut On Top Of The Magnet Base.