WarriorJeep
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I'm sure everyone already knows this or would figure it out, but I would like to point out that the SWR meter that's integrated into the CB is a "ballpark" reading at best.
For a few bucks, generally 15 to 20 dollars you can have your local CB shop match your antenna. For that manner contact the HAM radio club near you and get it done for free or close to it.
Good SWR = longer transmit, better recieve, and you won't cook the finals in your CB.
Alternatively you can grab an swr meter for CB radios off Amazon for $15 bucks. IMHO it's a tool as important as a lug wrench, and is part of my trail kit.
That being said the number one cause of high swr on jeeps is poor grounding. Typically at the antenna end. If you connect your CB direct to the battery, your well grounded there. If you have put a switch in between, the radio and battery...add a frame to radio ground.
Oh and any ever has an swr meter in hand and needs help using and calibrating it. PM me with your contact number and I'll be happy to walk you thru the nuances anytime.
For a few bucks, generally 15 to 20 dollars you can have your local CB shop match your antenna. For that manner contact the HAM radio club near you and get it done for free or close to it.
Good SWR = longer transmit, better recieve, and you won't cook the finals in your CB.
Alternatively you can grab an swr meter for CB radios off Amazon for $15 bucks. IMHO it's a tool as important as a lug wrench, and is part of my trail kit.
That being said the number one cause of high swr on jeeps is poor grounding. Typically at the antenna end. If you connect your CB direct to the battery, your well grounded there. If you have put a switch in between, the radio and battery...add a frame to radio ground.
Oh and any ever has an swr meter in hand and needs help using and calibrating it. PM me with your contact number and I'll be happy to walk you thru the nuances anytime.
