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Anyone using CB radios?

Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by Lonewolf, Aug 27, 2010.

  1. Aug 27, 2010 at 5:12 PM
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    N3ZAT

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    CBs are alot of fun
     
  2. Aug 27, 2010 at 5:54 PM
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    Steig

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    No monthly fees like a cell phone !
     
  3. Aug 27, 2010 at 6:57 PM
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    bigmooze

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    I run a Cobra 75WXST with a 5' Wilson FGT antenna.

    I mounted the handset clip onto the coin tray to the right of the steering wheel, and the handset just hangs there. My speaker fits nicely in the space below the A/C controls (ahead of the cup holders). My antenna is attached to my toolbox. I used a quick disconnect attachment on the base of the antenna for easy removal when required.

    Overall I'm really pleased with the way it all works. I used an external SWR meter to tune the antenna - my SWR is less than 2 on all 40 channels.
     
  4. Sep 2, 2010 at 12:54 AM
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    MadeInMaine

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  5. Sep 2, 2010 at 1:22 AM
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  6. Sep 2, 2010 at 1:27 AM
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    They are a really good idea for offroading with buddies... but I don't have one. :(
     
  7. Sep 2, 2010 at 9:15 AM
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    gobias

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    Works great. 1:1 SWR and I'm getting awesome distance out of it.

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