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Title: CB Antenna
Post by: kansascitytracker on August 03, 2004, 02:58:21 PM
Where could I mount my CB antenna on my Tracker? I have tried one of those windshield/fake cell phone deals, but they don't work too good. I have thought about behind the spare on the spare mount. I know CBs went out with BJ and the Bear, but I still like them, and mines collecting dust.
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: 90Stomper on August 03, 2004, 03:07:02 PM
i am going to put one on next year, and i am gong to get the 3' ones that have the spiral in them like truckers use.  they are popular around here.  i am thinking of running a mount out from under the hood on each side where there is that more open space tward the rear of the hood.  just an idea 8)  i have see an 8' one off the left corner of the rear bumper too that looked good...
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: Kreg on August 03, 2004, 03:26:24 PM
I got mine mounted on my spare tire mount.

I'll take some pics for you later.
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: safarikick on August 03, 2004, 03:28:01 PM
http://www.zukiworld.com/cgi/yabb/YaBB.pl?board=suzuki_talk;action=display;num=1072383919;start



(http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/2/web/302000-302999/302365_153_full.jpg)



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Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: jagular7 on August 03, 2004, 03:53:11 PM
I have mine coming off my spare tire carrier bolt. I used a simple 1" angle piece, drilled 2 holes in the different planes. I added a flat spacer to keep the bracket off the paint. I ran the cable under the swing door and haven't had a problem, opening or closing. I think I have pics in the webshots.

As for the cb itself, it's a small Uniden unit sitting on top of the parking brake handle. Haven't figured a nice place for it yet.
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: explosivo on August 03, 2004, 04:01:51 PM
If I were to get one of those firestick thingers (coiled wire) antenaes, does it have to be a certain distance above the vehicle, or could it be mounted on the fender below the hood so that it only sticks up about a foot and still get a good signal?
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: kansascitytracker on August 03, 2004, 04:08:19 PM
I have always been told the higher up on the vehicle, the better signal.
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: explosivo on August 03, 2004, 05:00:33 PM
That's what I always thought... but overhanging branches scare me... I've already knocked my snorkel loose more than once :-/
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: DirtDevil on August 03, 2004, 05:11:09 PM
i just mounted jens on her back door beside the tire carrier, its a 6 foot fire stick tho lol, doesnt look bad atall actually, just looks really funny if you have it dead center on the tracker, which i didnt do lol..
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: explosivo on August 03, 2004, 05:21:36 PM
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i just mounted jens on her back door beside the tire carrier, its a 6 foot fire stick tho lol, doesnt look bad atall actually, just looks really funny if you have it dead center on the tracker, which i didnt do lol..

You got more pics of your rig? That looks insane!
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: DirtDevil on August 03, 2004, 05:31:01 PM
yea i got a few more.... where should i send em
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: explosivo on August 03, 2004, 05:47:58 PM
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yea i got a few more.... where should i send em

http://upload.eye-irritant.com/

;)
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: DirtDevil on August 03, 2004, 06:09:24 PM
(http://www.eye-irritant.com/august2004/mini-trevor 025.jpg)
(http://www.eye-irritant.com/august2004/mini-trevor 027.jpg)
(http://www.eye-irritant.com/august2004/mini-trevor 028.jpg)
(http://www.eye-irritant.com/august2004/trevor 012.jpg)
(http://www.eye-irritant.com/august2004/trevor 004.jpg)
(http://www.eye-irritant.com/august2004/trevor 013.jpg)
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: DirtDevil on August 03, 2004, 06:10:31 PM
in need of some very agressive 31's or 32's lol.. but even with them hurtin tires it goes ne where
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: explosivo on August 03, 2004, 06:28:35 PM
That's definately a unique looking rig... I like it ;D
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: DirtDevil on August 04, 2004, 07:43:59 AM
yup its quite unique. 1L sj motor, 4 speed trans, exo caged, flat decked, rci bucket seats, stop sign post front grill lol..glove box air intake, insured as a self built utility trailor lol  ;D
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: 92Sidekick4x4 on August 04, 2004, 08:29:59 AM
what kinda of insurance does it give u?
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: Maiden Hell on August 04, 2004, 12:50:51 PM
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I know CBs went out with BJ and the Bear, but I still like them, and mines collecting dust.


Dude, CB Radios are the best! I want to get one because as far as I can tell it is probably the best form of communication on the planet.

My gf's stepdad is really big on CB and Ham Radio.  He's got one mounted on his Pathfinder on the roof.
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: explosivo on August 04, 2004, 12:58:17 PM
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yup its quite unique. 1L sj motor, 4 speed trans, exo caged, flat decked, rci bucket seats, stop sign post front grill lol..glove box air intake, insured as a self built utility trailor lol  ;D

lol... you ever get any grief from cops driving it on the road, or is it towed only?
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: kansascitytracker on August 04, 2004, 02:49:42 PM
I do know one thing- get your CB in a pawn shop, paid $10 for mine, its a Uniden and works fine, most shops will give ya 30 days warranty.
Title: Re: CB Antenna
Post by: Maiden Hell on August 04, 2004, 03:05:37 PM
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I do know one thing- get your CB in a pawn shop, paid $10 for mine, its a Uniden and works fine, most shops will give ya 30 days warranty.


No kiddin...wow that's wicked.  I'm also going to check out Ebay when I decide to get mine.  :)