Cb install

[Ldogg]

I just installed the gate mount today too, and I have it setup like this.


antenna connector
lock nut
flat washer
nylon washer
mount
fire ring
stud

I haven't picked up anything either, but the weather band comes in fine. getting an swr meter today from amazon so I can tune the antenna. it's a 4' fire fly firestick with the adjustable end

 

[Ldogg]

Here is a pic of the order I used. I think it shows that on one of the docs.

 

[JeepinLife]

what kind of antenna? if glass did you trim it?

 

[JeepinLife]

I grounded my mount directly to the gate with aircraft grade ground strap. helped a lot. Also try tuning it with an swr meter.

 

[silverbackjk]

Here is a pic of the order I used. I think it shows that on one of the docs.


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I have the bracket the other way so the antenna is higher think that is ok?

 

[Ldogg]

yeah it should be ok, I would have flipped it that way to but a 4' firestik barely fits in the garage door, and sticks out about a foot over the top of my jeep.

 

[silverbackjk]

I just installed the gate mount today too, and I have it setup like this.


antenna connector
lock nut
flat washer
nylon washer
mount
fire ring
stud

I haven't picked up anything either, but the weather band comes in fine. getting an swr meter today from amazon so I can tune the antenna. it's a 4' fire fly firestick with the adjustable end

I drove closer to freeway and was able to pick up some chatter.


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[Ldogg]

I drove closer to freeway and was able to pick up some chatter.


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:thumb: sweet!


did you get the hanger mount for the dash too?

 

[silverbackjk]

:thumb: sweet!


did you get the hanger mount for the dash too?

Yes I did it is a nice kit. Still need to drill the dash for the cb connection .


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[Ldogg]

Yes I did it is a nice kit. Still need to drill the dash for the cb connection .


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yeah, gotta love the fact that you get everything you need. I haven't drilled mine either. I haven't decided if I will or not. Right now it's tucked next to the center console and up and out of the way, so I may leave it alone for now.

 

[silverbackjk]

yeah, gotta love the fact that you get everything you need. I haven't drilled mine either. I haven't decided if I will or not. Right now it's tucked next to the center console and up and out of the way, so I may leave it alone for now.

I was going to give it a shot. Waiting on a buddy that has a step drill bit. I went to home depot and the were $40 and i won't ever use it agin.

 

[mrmet1983]

I was going to give it a shot. Waiting on a buddy that has a step drill bit. I went to home depot and the were $40 and i won't ever use it agin.

Harbor freight tools has them for around 10$

 

[silverbackjk]

Ok so here is where i am at now. I had a buddy with a cb come over to test mine out. When he was in close proximity I could hear him and he could hear me. But when he went 1/4-1/2 mile away he could hear me crystal clear but i could not hear him at all. Does anyone know how to fix this?:crazyeyes:

 

[silverbackjk]

anyone know what this could be?

 

[TmansTj]

Swr meter will help also try a different antenna - if meter doesn't help . What kind and gauge of cable did you use - as this makes a huge difference too

 

[jkrossi]

anyone know what this could be?

Might be because hes not throwing out a string signal like you are depending on what he is running. And it might not be on your end it might be his.

 

[TmansTj]

If you have a cb shop close by , you can have your cb peaked and tuned - cheaper than buying a swr meter .
Had this done to mine for $25 bucks and made a huge difference . Most manufactures have the radios turned way down on amperage .

 

[silverbackjk]

I am running this kit. We tested his and can hear him on my other friends cb.

http://www.cooltechllc.com/jeep/jk_CB_AllinOne_kit.shtml

 

[TmansTj]

Try some truck stops for info on cb repair shops . Some have signs up cause they work out of there house or garage .

 

[silverbackjk]

Try some truck stops for info on cb repair shops . Some have signs up cause they work out of there house or garage .

any idea what to search on the web i searched gilroy ca where i live and can not find anything