Installation tips for mobile antennas.

Discussion in 'CB Radio Forum' started by Carolina Thunder, Dec 27, 2007.

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  1. KoonDog

    KoonDog Bobtail Member

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    Definitely... EVERYTHING at Clay's is gonna be a lil' more than anyone else. Just something I've learned lol!
     
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    LOL... I'm used to purchasing Plenum Cat 5.... That coax is cheap compared to that.
     
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    Cat 6 is the best in network wires :p

    Where can I find an experienced CB shop to install one in my personal vehicle ?
     
    Andrew, Oct 13, 2008
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    Cat-6 is over kill for home networking..
     
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    With gaming nowadays, bridged NICs are common and CAT 6 helps with the now
    popular 1Gb/s NICs. :yes2557:
     
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    I just looked Smileys up on-line and all I find is a forum. Where is Smileys located so I can get some work done, thanks.
     
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    Quite the oppsite,I have always had real goodluck with 6' Francis antennas, I have used them behind Cobras, Galaxys, and Rangers. I have had them as single behind the cab and co-phased on mirror mounts. I pull pnuematic tankers,but I have used them in front of 53' refers and had on problems.
     
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    What are the pros and cons of having an in-line meter? For instance, I have an Astatic 600 dash mounted unit with SWR/RF Gain/modulation. Is there any loss due to the added connectors?

    Also, I'd like some advice on bonding. I have found a variety of posts regarding the importance of bonding with braided ground straps. For the newbie; would the 'scatter gun' approach bring good results? By that I mean, grounding everything in sight (excluding the positive battery post), within reason
     
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    I found that if you think its grounded, and your SWR is ok, run another strap to a good frame contact and cab mount and chances are you will have to re-tune the antena.
     
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    dynosaur Thanks this.
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    I found this

    Maybe not much help but.....?
     
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