CB Radios

[mav204]

Just installed the Midland GMRS in my jeep, removed my Cobra CB radio, and enjoying this radio.

CB has too many issues and upkeep, tuning/keeping it grounded, lack of range.

With my install, went with a different antenna; from my local radio shop

http://www.cabelas.com/product/MIDLA...f_TRoC54Pw_wcB

[ECHO]

Just installed the Midland GMRS in my jeep, removed my Cobra CB radio, and enjoying this radio.

CB has too many issues and upkeep, tuning/keeping it grounded, lack of range.

With my install, went with a different antenna; from my local radio shop

http://www.cabelas.com/product/MIDLA...f_TRoC54Pw_wcB

Nice!! I decided to keep for both at least for this year, will see how much the CB, then decide

[Rodarbal]

That little Midland looks great!

I finished my CB install the other day. I thought about using my peaked and tuned Cobra 29 and I also had a Uniden 538W that would "blend in" with the interior a bit better since my Cobra has a lot of chrome. I wanted something smaller above the rearview mirror, so I ended up going with a Uniden 510 that I got off eBay for $36. It was new old stock. I'm running a 36" Firestik with a quick disconnect and aluminum spare tire mount. I did have a HD spring on it, but my SWR meter readings kept telling me I've got too much antenna. It got a little better when I ditched the spring. I ran my coax through the tailgate wire loom, behind all the carpet and plastic interior panels on the passenger side and up the A-pillar. I modified the Uniden mount so I could easily hang the CB from the roof hook thing.

[ShutterBug]

That's the same spot I have my GMRS radio, but I used the Rugged Ridge mount. I had a Cobra 75 (all in one) that I managed to destroy by repeatedly transmitting with it into a shorted out antenna (oops). I never really liked it (too hard to hear). I'm going to figure out something else this spring. Not sure what that will be yet.

[Silver_JK]

That little Midland looks great!

I finished my CB install the other day. I thought about using my peaked and tuned Cobra 29 and I also had a Uniden 538W that would "blend in" with the interior a bit better since my Cobra has a lot of chrome. I wanted something smaller above the rearview mirror, so I ended up going with a Uniden 510 that I got off eBay for $36. It was new old stock. I'm running a 36" Firestik with a quick disconnect and aluminum spare tire mount. I did have a HD spring on it, but my SWR meter readings kept telling me I've got too much antenna. It got a little better when I ditched the spring. I ran my coax through the tailgate wire loom, behind all the carpet and plastic interior panels on the passenger side and up the A-pillar. I modified the Uniden mount so I could easily hang the CB from the roof hook thing.

How do you like the Uniden 510xl ? I'm looking at getting this exact setup. Nice and compact above the mirror and not too flashy.


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[Rodarbal]

It's been working great! Perfect for the trails and the group I wheel with. On the highway it's not getting out nearly as much as my Cobra 29 and Wilson combo, but that was expected. I still tune in to ch19 to find out where dem bears are hiding... not that I speed much in the Jeep, but sometimes it's nice knowing what the truckers know. LOL.

[Silver_JK]

Thanks for the feedback! It seems that is what I will be going with and now I noticed the firestik comes in USA colors...even better combo