Bunz-o-fun
New member
Thanks for the write up Infidel! This is on the short list of things-to-do.
Is the external speaker a must, or could you get away with the handheld volume by itself?
Appreciate it!
Cobra 75WXST CB Installation
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Thanks for the write up Infidel! This is on the short list of things-to-do.
Is the external speaker a must, or could you get away with the handheld volume by itself?
Appreciate it!
WJCO
Meme King
Gerthree
New member
I have one of those cb's and found that the volume on the handset is loud enough for me. I am using the versamount also, which kind of points the handset in the drivers direction. I usually don't have the volume up too loud on the stereo when I'm wheeling since I'm trying to hear the spotter or what somebody is saying on the other end of the CB. I suppose you could just get the CB and try it by itself and see if you think it's loud enough. If not, then order the speaker separate. If you install the same way as shown here, access to the aux port on the radio will be relatively easy. Just my .02.
AllAmericanInfidel
Caught the Bug
In my opinion it depends on how your rig is set up. If you have a hard top and doors on all the time, I don't feel an external speaker is needed at all, as the handset volume is adequate. For me, I roll with the top down and doors off every chance I get. The handset volume quickly drowns out with all the external noise.
5280Sapper
Member
How's the long term with the CB?? I have been eye balling it since it's so compact...
AllAmericanInfidel
Caught the Bug
No issues for me. It went with the Jeep when I got rid of it, but I will get the same one for my new rig. Worked just as well as the day I hooked it up. The thing that sold me the most about it was that it was so compact and did not clutter up any space. They only thing I will do differently is this time around, I'll get an externally tunable fire stick.
whytiptoe
Member
I've only had mine for about four months and I have overheating issues. I believe it was a fault from the beginning and I need to get it replaced.
Not sure about anyone one else but also the unit is susceptible to electro interference really easy. Grounding the power box has helped but I still have issues and reception issues. I've already tuned my system as well.
Mike_JK_Houston_711
New member
Very thorough write up. I have the same and ran the power and ground exactly as you did. I have my antenna mount on my front passenger hood though. I don't have an external speaker yet, but the sound has been good enough for me. I love how compact and out of the way this unit is!
CarolinaJK
New member
Awesome write-up. I can't wait to get one. Never really liked my full size.
notnalc68
That dude from Mississippi
Got mine installed, using this write up, as a guide. I found a rubber isolator for the hole the power cable fits through, under the hood. I added an external speaker, and used the mic mount I found on Amazon. I used an SWR meter, and grounded the 3' Fire Stik to the body.
Link to mike mount
Jeep Wrangler 75WXST CB Mount for Passenger Grab Bar JK Models 2011 to Present https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D0BH01M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_iKRJxbFEX6B27
Link to mike mount
Jeep Wrangler 75WXST CB Mount for Passenger Grab Bar JK Models 2011 to Present https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D0BH01M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_iKRJxbFEX6B27
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Raptor Wrangler
New member
I have installed a Pioneer 8200 NEX radio a couple of months back and am about to install this same CB. Has anyone tried to run the speaker output to the aux input on the radio? I was concerned that the speaker output would overload the radio.
edeeeezzzzy
New member
Awesome write up, I just got this CB and will be using this as a guid.
Slimebones
Active Member
I also have intermittent issues with this interference. Randomly the dash lights, wipers, headlamps all activate when mic is keyed. Have spent countless hours trying to diag. Just put up with it when it occurs now. Have seen others have this issue as well. Note: tried another unit and got same random issues. Do some research. Many will say it is a grounding issue. Not in my case.
JeepFan
Hooked
Pick up 2 ferrite core noise suppressors. Install one on the power wire and one on the antenna cable. This should solve your issue.
ROBnTANK
Member
I just installed mine a few weeks ago. Once installed my under dash lights stay on. I'm still trying to diagnose the issue. Also I'm still not able to transmit or receive.
aemfinger
New member
Just installed mine, but having issues. Originally i installed almost identical to the op, except my antenna is mounted to the tailgate hinge. However, i was getting feedback through my speakers. I rechecked my ground and rerouted coax thru rollbar, well away from other speaker wires, yet the feedback remains...what am i doing wrong?