CB specifics

Well crap. My Firestik didn't have a spacer with it in the package. I think I may need to go back to the drawing board LOL

 

Please see the post again, as I just added something to it.

The separator comes with the lug/bolt assembly and not the antenna. Just so that you know.

 

I'd just like to say Thank you for all of the knowledgeable folks on here and the great comments. Especially WileCoyote. I truly appreciate your taking the time to explain things in such a forthright manner. Its extremely helpful and reassuring.

 

Thank you very much for the kind words. Believe it or not, I'm still learning things myself. LOL, I just learned about DeLorme inReach today thanks to @HalfWayThere I've definitely come across some members that know quite a bit more than me as well. But, when all said and done, I can hold my own. I'm just glad I'm able to help someone out there that doesn't know too much and I am able to teach them and hopefully they pass along the knowledge!!!

Finally, LOL, my posts have been dubbed "Randy's Wall", LMAO!!! I try to keep'm short, but love yapp'n when it comes to radios and stuff, LOL!!!
Again, thank you so much for the kind words!!! It is VERY appreciated!!!
remember people, life is too F'N short!!! Be kind and be safe out there!!!


Happy Wheel'n to ALL

 

Thought you were talking about me! We share the same name

 

It looks like you installed the mount on the back side of that black piece of metal... I have the exact mount and I could not get it to clear the tail gate on my 2016....

 

I apologize, I thought it was clear on the pics that it was wedge with the black plating . I just a flat head to insert the mount in there and you can run the rg8 right behind it big enough opening right behind the brake light

 

No, it was pretty clear, I just wanted to verify. I took a look at it on mine and it will work perfect. I ran the cable behind the trail light in preparation to find a good route up to the cab. How/where did you run the cable into the cab?

 

I Run it through the frame and there's a grommet under the passenger seat

 

Cool, thanks.

 

Working on my CB install. More pics to come as soon as I get my radio. I will also get some of the mount and antenna location.






I plan on using some silicone to seal this grommet up.

 

Make sure you don't forget to seal the grommet. I remembered, and am happy I did.

 

Done, thank you.

 

As promised, more pics of the install:
















I think I will end up moving the antenna to the front using a hood mount and get a shorter antenna. I'm not sure how I like the look of it being in the rear.

Radio comes tomorrow just in time for a trip to Colorado.

 

Thank you for providing the pics of your install.

 

Ya, no problem .

 

I used to have CB's in my old cars prior to Cell Phones. Just don't see the use these days. True SHTF maybe a handheld HAM but... I get all the comms I need via smartphone. Of Course this is a SoCal Suburban dude. May be different in the sticks.

 

Close quarter comm with off-road groups. Sometimes a requirement for some off-road clubs.


Good way to communicate along the trail. Obstacle/trail guidance, head's up, warnings and all around fun chatter. Can't do that with a cell phone.

 

True that. I am not in Tennessee anymore where it was a necessity. I am glad to see it is still alive and well for club events.

 

How useful were smartphones during Hurricane Sandy or Katrina? Sure, CB's are a little outdated and a handheld ham or mobile version in a vehicle probably offers better utility, But they are fun to use and very inexpensive for a basic setup. I have a Uniden 520 pro and it serves it purpose very well. Not everyone wants to get a ham license, albeit they are not that hard to get.