Post by: CamoDup on February 10, 2011, 07:46:17 PM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on February 10, 2011, 07:50:22 PM
Post by: uplandhunter870 on February 10, 2011, 07:51:54 PM
Post by: fair-chase on February 10, 2011, 07:55:17 PM
Post by: CamoDup on February 10, 2011, 08:29:57 PM
Post by: raekmike on February 10, 2011, 08:35:17 PM
It works really good within a mile or so.....and yes tuning is a must...
Post by: CAMPMEAT on February 10, 2011, 08:41:09 PM
Post by: 280ackley on February 12, 2011, 05:16:18 PM
Post by: dscubame on February 12, 2011, 05:18:48 PM
Post by: dscubame on February 12, 2011, 05:20:04 PM
Uniden CB with a MaxRad antenna.
I think this is what Whacker1 set me up with. :tup:
Post by: elkslayer069 on February 13, 2011, 07:37:39 PM
Post by: huntandjeep on February 14, 2011, 07:41:30 PM
Post by: norsepeak on February 14, 2011, 07:51:48 PM
Post by: Heredoggydoggy on February 14, 2011, 07:57:48 PM
Post by: Wazukie on February 14, 2011, 08:29:14 PM
any radio will work for you, but I'd recommend having it "tuned up" all of my radios swing at least 12 watts, then tune the antenna perfect and you'll be in good shape. But if you want to make sure you can get out in an emergency, I'd recommend an amplifier (linear) in the 3-500 watt range. I have a 380 watt booster in my work truck and I can talk from the top of the hill above my house clear over to I-5 pretty easily. (over 125 miles) If ya need help getting dialed in call AJ's radio in Yakima, Wa. He is the man when it comes to radios that get out a long ways.
One thing to keep in mind is that any CB that putts out more than 5 watts is not legal to operate in the USA. Linear amplifiers are also illegal on 11 meters(CB). If you want something with that kind of power and range I would recommend getting a HAM license and stay within the law. ITs easy to get these day's. Just my :twocents:
Post by: norsepeak on February 14, 2011, 08:42:42 PM
Post by: CamoDup on February 14, 2011, 08:43:21 PM
any radio will work for you, but I'd recommend having it "tuned up" all of my radios swing at least 12 watts, then tune the antenna perfect and you'll be in good shape. But if you want to make sure you can get out in an emergency, I'd recommend an amplifier (linear) in the 3-500 watt range. I have a 380 watt booster in my work truck and I can talk from the top of the hill above my house clear over to I-5 pretty easily. (over 125 miles) If ya need help getting dialed in call AJ's radio in Yakima, Wa. He is the man when it comes to radios that get out a long ways.
ya I work with a guy that has told me about AJ's also which is perfect due to the fact that I am from yakima.
Post by: Wazukie on February 14, 2011, 08:48:45 PM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on February 16, 2011, 09:47:47 PM
you can talk around the world on less then 5 watts. I talked to the ISS with 1/4 watt FM this last summer.Are you refering to the International Space Station (ISS). :yike:
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on February 16, 2011, 09:59:37 PM
Post by: Wazukie on February 16, 2011, 10:02:28 PM
you can talk around the world on less then 5 watts. I talked to the ISS with 1/4 watt FM this last summer.Are you refering to the International Space Station (ISS). :yike:
YUP
Post by: Dirty Mike on February 16, 2011, 10:46:11 PM
Post by: Wazukie on February 16, 2011, 10:50:43 PM
Post by: 280ackley on February 16, 2011, 10:54:13 PM
Post by: alecvg on February 16, 2011, 11:12:42 PM
Post by: fair-chase on February 16, 2011, 11:30:30 PM
Post by: Lunchbox1981 on February 17, 2011, 01:36:06 AM
I have a question. I am looking at installing one, with a 4 foot firestick 2. I want it mounted in my bed by the tool box, but the four foot antenna will be too long in my garage. I have seen pictures in the past of a antenna mount that folds down, so the guy had it folded down running along the inside of the bed, then when he used it, he just folded it up. That way I could park in my garage with it. I have searched the web, and can't find a mount like this for sale, anyone have any suggestions?
I used to have one in one of my old Pickups that was magnetic. If I remember right it was a 5' whip antennae. Anytime I needed the extra clearance I would move it so it laid length wise in the bed. There are several different options you'll just have to look around.
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on February 17, 2011, 05:36:44 AM
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I want it mounted in my bed by the tool box, but the four foot antenna will be too long in my garage.
Whoa, people actually park in their garage? :yike:
:chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle:
Post by: alecvg on February 19, 2011, 11:30:25 PM
Post by: timberghost72 on February 20, 2011, 08:30:25 AM
Post by: timberghost72 on February 20, 2011, 08:35:04 AM
Don't skimp on the cable either. Don't use the cheap Radio shack cable with the molded ends. Also, if mounting to an aluminum tool box in the back of a truck, run a good ground wire from the mount to the frame of the vehicle. :twocents:QuoteI want it mounted in my bed by the tool box, but the four foot antenna will be too long in my garage.
Whoa, people actually park in their garage? :yike:
:chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle:
Thats good advice. That is probably the biggest issues people have is a bad ground. I've also seen powdercoated or painted antenna mounts. The ground needs to be bare metal.
Post by: alecvg on February 20, 2011, 09:46:19 AM
Don't skimp on the cable either. Don't use the cheap Radio shack cable with the molded ends. Also, if mounting to an aluminum tool box in the back of a truck, run a good ground wire from the mount to the frame of the vehicle. :twocents:QuoteI want it mounted in my bed by the tool box, but the four foot antenna will be too long in my garage.
Whoa, people actually park in their garage? :yike:
:chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle:
Thats good advice. That is probably the biggest issues people have is a bad ground. I've also seen powdercoated or painted antenna mounts. The ground needs to be bare metal.
So if I just have it mounted to a bar running on the inside of my engine compartment, where the mount sticks around my hood, is that good enough of a ground?
Post by: timberghost72 on February 20, 2011, 11:01:23 AM
Post by: Stomper on February 20, 2011, 11:13:16 AM
Post by: L8NITE on February 20, 2011, 11:24:26 AM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on February 21, 2011, 08:14:38 AM
Is that something that alot of people do? And do they welcome your transmissions? Seems like they would have a secure radio/telecomunications network. Wow thats is very interesting.you can talk around the world on less then 5 watts. I talked to the ISS with 1/4 watt FM this last summer.Are you refering to the International Space Station (ISS). :yike:
YUP
Post by: Wazukie on February 21, 2011, 08:33:10 AM
Is that something that alot of people do? And do they welcome your transmissions? Seems like they would have a secure radio/telecomunications network. Wow thats is very interesting.you can talk around the world on less then 5 watts. I talked to the ISS with 1/4 watt FM this last summer.Are you refering to the International Space Station (ISS). :yike:
YUP
The ISS has a HAM (Amateur) radio set-up on board. When the conditions are right, an Amateur Radio operator can make contact with the ISS. I encountered such conditions early last September while taking a break from the heat during early Muzzy deer. The contact was very brief, about 30 seconds or so. Just enough time to exchange call signs.
Post by: C-Money on February 21, 2011, 08:48:44 AM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on February 21, 2011, 09:29:57 AM
TLearn something way cool every day we do. Way cool. :hello:The ISS has a HAM (Amateur) radio set-up on board. When the conditions are right, an Amateur Radio operator can make contact with the ISS. I encountered such conditions early last September while taking a break from the heat during early Muzzy deer. The contact was very brief, about 30 seconds or so. Just enough time to exchange call signs.Is that something that alot of people do? And do they welcome your transmissions? Seems like they would have a secure radio/telecomunications network. Wow thats is very interesting.YUPyou can talk around the world on less then 5 watts. I talked to the ISS with 1/4 watt FM this last summer.Are you refering to the International Space Station (ISS). :yike: