Okay so I just learned that my second Cobra in 18 months has died. Getting a little tired of fighting with these things, I would like to find out what I can buy that will last. I'm not trying to reach 50 miles down the road or into the next state, just want a good setup that will last and let me know what's going on within the next 5 to 10 miles...
Cobra - Twice Bitten
Discussion in 'CB Radio Forum' started by Call_Me_The_Breeze, Jan 10, 2016.
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Cobra 29 should do the trick right out of the box
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Make sure your SWR is good. If you are going thru radios that fast, it sounds like you have an antenna or coax problem. Cobra makes a good radio. They shouldn't be quitting on you like that.
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I like Cobra, especially the compact models for my purposes. Since I move my radios from vehicle to vehicle and always remove them after use, I need compact CBs.
I bought a new Cobra 19 Ultra III last July, tuned the antenna used with it for acceptable SWR and was very satisfied with the performance. However, it malfunctioned six months later. So, I sent it in to Cobra for warranty service, and they sent me a new Cobra 19 DX IV in the return mail. Very quick service. It works good too. I just hope it lasts.
I've had trouble with intermittant problems with a Midland Compact 1001z too, but so far it's still in service.
I just wonder what it is about these units. They work well, but I need to keep them working. I wonder if it's poor soldering or something.Call_Me_The_Breeze Thanks this. -
These small pcb's are prone to solder fractures on the main board. Thats usually all thats wrong with them.Meteorgray Thanks this. -
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Like the Astatic and Road King microphones....built cheaper all the time!
Also have you replaced the coax lately? Time to check antenna system over too...Call_Me_The_Breeze Thanks this. -
Both were 29 LTD Classics. First was set up perfect, 4-1/2 miles on a good night. Good coax with a tuned Wilson 2000. Transformer blew and replaced with another 29 that was beefed-up. Worked great. Was fine when removed from my last truck two months ago, now all I get is the CH LED. No meter backlight, no static, nothing. Seriously disgusted right now.
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Something inside possibly came loose....or a bad solder joint.
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Take it to a shop. They should be able to fix it cheaper than replacing it
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