There's lots of posts suggesting the most important aspect of a good radio setup is in the antenna system. Makes sense to me. I'm running an aligned and converted 447hpc2 in a 2024 Peterbilt 389 w/78" standup sleeper. I will run new coax to the driver side mirror (plan on running a dummy antenna on the passenger side). Plans also include using heavy duty SS mounts and studs. Now that my focus is on the antenna system there happens to be no shortage of choices (and opinions) when it comes to coax, ends used, length etc. Just being a regular guy wanting to put together the cleanest, most efficient system I'm easily lost. Choices in antennas...well that's another animal in and of itself!! I don't plan on going cheap. Doing this the right way (to my way of thinking anyway) ultimately IS the cheapest route. Admittedly, I'm a little biased to open coil antennas. Mr. Coily and Dave Made have caught my attention. With all this said, my mind IS open. I'll ask more questions and do the research on what's suggested. This is my launch point. I'll provide all the info asked of me moving forward. I'm sure I've left out A LOT of info. Thanks for being a part of this journey......
Going Down The Antenna/Coax Rabbit Hole
Discussion in 'CB Radio Forum' started by 217flatbedr, Dec 14, 2025 at 10:26 AM.
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With one antenna set up, (your choice)(Skip shooter), Make sure it’s high enough that it clear the box trailer. Mine is little over 14’, and I do flatbed. I have a Wilson 2K, had it for decades. The newer ones ain’t all that, from reading on from the pros, skipshooter is the one to go to. If I was to buy another antenna,!it would be the Sirio or Stryker .
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