I would be interested hearing your review after install and use. I’m in the market so any info is helpful.
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I have it installed with only limited use. I'll note I replaced my firestick with a President "Iowa" RW antenna, which paired up nice. It was apparent it was pre-tuned out of the box as the SWR was spot on for the CB band. Noticeably more range and clarity. The automatic squelch feature actually works quite well too. And for the size this radio, it is packed full of features.
I currently have the unit sandwiched between the passenger seat and console. Probably not the best spot if you xmit at a high duty cycle due to heat, but it's working for me. With it's small size, you have many options for mounting.
I'm happy so far and have already recommended it to my BIL. I know there are many options out there and modding 10m radios to 11m is popular with increased wattage is popular too. This is a FCC approved radio so don't expect miracles in range as it still is a 5watt radio. I believe in a cb radio the antenna is key. On last note, I did get right at 5watts of FWD power on my PWR/SWR meter when I was checking tune on the antenna.