One of the most important key to a good antenna system in todays trucks, is this thing called bonding. Bonding If done right, you will probably...
There's bells CB in Oakland Park which is about a couple hours from fort Myers. Not sure what other shop would be closer.
Yes, that is nice when they use the tape to protect the radio. I guess it had the plastic film on it from the factory, I just couldn't see it....
Thanks for the update. I know the NPG antenna system isn't ideal, but if it lets you use your radio, it's a win anyway.
I've mentioned a NGP antenna system to a couple of guys on other threads. If they tried it, they never replied back. I do know one fellow (can't...
Around 6:25 to 6:45 in the video he says that the radio's AM modulation doesn't look good on a scope, I wonder why that is. I wished he would have...
Oops I need to correct this post, I was in a hurry when I wrote it. The Cobra TSB says to turn VR6 until lite turns off ( with out coax...
As far as bonding straps go, a rule of thumb is to keep the braided straps short as possible. Here's a popular website explaining bonding. Bonding
Oh he did say that? Somehow I missed that. Watching the video on my phone it sure looked like the bezel was damaged. Thanks for clearing that up.
I've had this same problem years ago, but it was because I was using a through the glass antenna. My first thought when you said the previous...
For a tough and durable mobile cb antenna, I used this hustler antenna. FG27S - Hustler Steel Center Load CB Antenna It was reasonably priced...
You're welcome. The good news is you are dealing with a working antenna system, so it's just a matter of adjusting the new antennas. You're right...
Okay, since the Browning antennas are changing the way your antenna system has been working, I would recommend using an external SWR meter to...
Are you checking your antenna system with an external SWR meter? Your basically dealing with poor RF ground which is a common problem with these...
Yes, ch19 is usually the go to channel.
It's a common problem with these Chinese cobra 29's today. Basically you just pull the bottom cover (cover with the speaker) off and with no coax...
Personally I think that President mic makes the radio look great.
Mike, you hit the nail on the head about drivers not staying in their lane. On a trip out west to Washington for a wedding, I passed a truck who...
It seems like today a lot of drivers must think those side mirrors are for looks. Of course I get it, after a long day of driving and a person...
He probably doesn't even know what a walk around is. When I was a flatbed driver, walk around was my middle name, ha. There were many times...
