Old School Galaxy DX 73V

That would depend on the location on the vehicle you choose to mount it. Probably the best place to mount on a car or pickup truck would be center roof, on my F 150 Ive always used a Wilson 1000 magnet mount antenna and have had good results, not saying its the best option but it worked for me.

 

With that location obviously being a lower mounting place than the roof a top loaded antenna like a Firestick would be the best and most efficient antenna to use.

 

I do NOT recommend the guy at the Sapp Bros. I had him do a 29 LX back in 2012 and he clipped and snipped it. Didn't even touch the receive. I couldn't even use that radio until I brought it to DTB a year or so later, all it would do is squeal like a pig after a minute or so of talking.

There is a decent shop called Circuit Master just east of Des Moines, in the Flying J at exit 142.

 

I guess its possible for individuals to have different experiences with same tech, if that was him that was there in 2012, about a year ago I had him realign a Uniden 78ltw ( remove swing kit and replace limiter) and was very pleased with the results.

 

Agree with the Wilson magnetic mount.Great talking antenna when on the center of the roof of a pick up truck.

 

What kind of microphone did you buy ?

 

4 foot Firestik at 40 miles or so.
You can decide if that's good or not.