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Ham radio antenna mount options w/ tonneau cover, not hood mounted

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Metalnut, Feb 25, 2018.

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  1. Nov 29, 2020 at 9:13 AM
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  2. Nov 29, 2020 at 10:11 AM
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    I've got a nice Anytone tri-band. I plan on putting the mount in the center of my Diamondback cover. I'm hoping the metal cover with boost the signal.
     
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  3. Dec 4, 2020 at 5:48 PM
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    Old original post but I run the FTM-400D and have been since the day I got the truck. Like others have said, I mounted it to the PAX rear of the bed. Simple wiring to get it to the cab and then the unit is under the driver seat. I tested it with an SWM and it is good and have had ZERO issues. TX/RX is great and connects to everything I need. APRS is great too with the unit.
     
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  4. Dec 8, 2020 at 8:17 AM
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    I used APRS for the first time this morning on my FT-3D. Really cool feature!
     
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  5. Dec 8, 2020 at 3:00 PM
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    It is actually a VERY cool feature.

    If for anything if you would like folks to see where you are wheeling or camping, you could include this in the "plan" you leave with others!

    I like it a ton!
     
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  6. Dec 8, 2020 at 5:14 PM
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    That is exactly right! You are correct sir. Just bookmark aprs.fi and tell them to look out for the correct call sign.
     
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  7. Dec 20, 2020 at 7:30 PM
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    :rofl:
     
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  8. Dec 20, 2020 at 7:49 PM
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    Could always try one of these: upload_2020-12-20_22-48-53.jpg
     
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  9. Dec 20, 2020 at 7:52 PM
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    Ditch light bracket. Or just get some aluminum or steel bar stock. Drill a hole for whichever size mount you went to use and presto!

    20201122_181003.jpg
     
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  10. Dec 21, 2020 at 9:31 AM
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    I ended up giving my gf the fuzzy steering wheel cover. It was fun while it lasted.
     
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  11. Dec 21, 2020 at 9:32 AM
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    great antenna!!
     
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  12. Dec 21, 2020 at 9:38 AM
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    Better
    IMG_3025.jpg IMG_3027.jpg
     
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  13. Dec 22, 2020 at 12:11 AM
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    Its a fine line between really cool and super nerd. Hahaha, you keep keeping on man, I love it!
     
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  14. Dec 22, 2020 at 5:07 AM
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    BAHAHA I must admit others have expressed the same sentiment.
     
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  15. Dec 22, 2020 at 7:47 AM
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    Hmm, who doesn't like red, RobMotive ain't got nothing on you.. :cheers:
     
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  16. Dec 22, 2020 at 9:33 AM
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    This is my Diamond 2m/70cm antenna with an old, old motorized mount by Maldol, which I believe diamond eventually bought them out. I have it setup (still in preliminary stage) so I can raise the fwd cover and un-bolt the plate and chunk everything into the bed of the truck and lock the cover. I did that because I don't trust people they have tendency to just grab something spontaneously for no reason at all and then some just are plain jack wagons. Used the same bolts on the cleat with wing nuts underneath. Allows me into my garage painlessly, even if I forget to put it down no harm done.
     
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  17. Dec 22, 2020 at 10:24 AM
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    looks great and the ground plane will be a non issue!! well done!
     
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  18. Dec 22, 2020 at 10:57 AM
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    Thank you. Yes sir 1/2 wave on 2m, and 5/8 on 70cm.
     
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  19. Dec 22, 2020 at 12:28 PM
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    I like the 1/2 personally!
     
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  20. Jun 18, 2023 at 7:57 PM
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    Did you make that bracket yourself for the mount? Also how is this setup working for you?
     
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