oh where oh where to mount the CB antenna

turboale · 12-19-2002, 10:54 AM

oh where oh where to mount the cb antenna? Personally I like the antenna on the rear bumper... thoughts?

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dfarrales · 12-19-2002, 11:16 AM

not on your poll but mine's mounted on the right rear quarter panel of my 92 4rnr using a ball mount. i really like the ones mounted in the rear middle of any rear tire carrier (wishing i had one).

Deo

DH6twinotter · 12-19-2002, 11:28 AM

From what I hear, the bumper isn't a very good place to mount the antennae. The roof is the best place with the hood second. At least that's the way I understood it. I was debating between the bumper and hood and decided on the hood. Somebody had a post about this not long ago and it was really helpful in me making my decision. I haven't got my antennae installed yet, but I will be getting a Firestick II. Suppose to be good.

I'll try to find that post about mounting.
Well have fun.

DH6twinotter

DH6twinotter · 12-19-2002, 11:34 AM

Ah, here it is. Check out the website posted here:

http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=4188

Good stuff.

Have fun.

DH6twinotter

***Corey*** · 12-19-2002, 12:13 PM

If you don't plan on getting an ARB type of bumper, I'd mount it on the hood like in my pic here when it use to be there.

I got a very low SWR match of around 1.3 or so.

But now that I have the ARB, I prefer it there.

The antenna is now gone in exchange for a black 4' Firestik II.

The SWR match is even better on the ARB.
I have about a 1.1 across all 40 channels.

Center of the roof is best as mentioned, but may be inconvenient for some.
Check out Jim's post here.

He really likes his, and it comes off real easily for parking in his garage.
The shop did a good job, and no leaks.
That is the main thing for a roof install is to do it right the first time if you go that route.

HBoss · 12-19-2002, 12:21 PM

Put mine on the hood. And it's detachable:

Off:

On:

Write-up here.

Not my first choice for style of antenna, but it works well I guess.

INsr5runner · 12-19-2002, 02:40 PM

hey where did you find that bracket that your antennae is attatched to? I have a magnet mount too, and I hate it!

HBoss · 12-19-2002, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by INsr5runner
hey where did you find that bracket that your antennae is attatched to? I have a magnet mount too, and I hate it!

I feel your pain man. I hate the magnet too. Doesn't tune properly because it's not always on and it ruins paint.

This bracket was found at CB City locally. It's referred to as a "Z bracket". I sanded away the paint around the bolt under the hood which holds it down. It bends a little so you can make sure it clears the hood when you let it close. Lastly I used velvet/felt tape on either side of it to prevent it from making noise if it vibrates against the hood or fender. That way it won't scratch my paint either. I covered the inside of my ashtray with this felt stuff at the time I installed my CB too. 2 mods in one.

***Corey*** · 12-19-2002, 02:58 PM

I have a close-up of a bracket similar to Al's on my CB page.

Darren · 12-19-2002, 05:00 PM

Corey (or anyone else with a FireStik II), I have the black 4 footer as well and picked up a general heavy duty spring. I put it on (bumper mounted) and played around with the antenna, but waaaay too much play. I wouldn't even think about driving around with it so I took it back.

What kind of action do you all get from your springs with these? Something that would allow little movement, yet enough give if you had branches or something overhead would be ideal. I like the lack of movement without a spring, but as brittle as these probably are, that isn't gonna fly on the trail. Perhaps the brand I picked up was worthless though too.

Thanks

***Corey*** · 12-19-2002, 05:19 PM

Darren, my antenna barely moves when motoring down the highway.
But out on a trail, it moves all 4 directions depending on the terrain.

I have had the same spring since February of '99 I think when I put it on the hood.
It's a heavy duty one.

But if you were to grab it and move it, there is hardly any play.
Might have been the spring you had.

turboale · 12-20-2002, 10:17 AM

I'm hoping for a no hole installation (though... its looking grimmer and grimmer... but i did run across this.... don't you think this could work on the top of the tailgate? I need to take a look at just how the hindges work, but maybe just maybe this trunk mount could work... iiiiiiidono, always thinking...
heres the mount,
http://www.firestik.com/Catalog/K-74.htm

HBoss · 12-20-2002, 10:33 AM

turbo:

I don't think your reception will be very good with that mount, but I'm just speculating.

The mount on the fender/hood area would be a no hole installation, and my reception has been awesome.

Just my 2 bits for ya. Good luck with the choice & install.

Al

DH6twinotter · 12-20-2002, 08:13 PM

You could use the swivel mount from this web site:

http://www.1stopelectronics.com/shop...=82&cart=27939

I believe it is about 4 or 5 down. Called the Hood SS or something like that. You may be able to jarry-rig it to go in the crack between your tail light and tail gate. You could then rotate the swivel 90 degrees so as to have the antenna pointing the right direction. I dunno, just a thought.

Well, have fun.

DH6twinotter

turboale · 12-20-2002, 09:22 PM

hum.... thats a really good idea. I have yet to take apart the tail housing, that'l be a good thing to check out and know how to do later as i'm sure I'll be needing it later. I'll look into that. Al, the only thing about the front mount is that (personally) I really don't like the look of a piece of metal sticking out of the hood. I know its the most practical... and probably the best... i'm just stubborn like that. :rolleyes: idono... i'll keep you guys posted what I end up doing. I think i'm going to try the tail light idea (if it looks plausable)

DH6twinotter · 12-21-2002, 03:14 PM

The one I was referring to was the 1st or 2nd one on that page, not the 4 or 5 like I mentioned earlier. I just went back and noticed that. Hope it didn't cause any confusion.

I'm thinking about getting the SS hood mount for my Runner. Do you all think that $21.99 is a good deal for the mounting bracket and coax?

Well hope everything turns out ok.

Have fun all,

DH6twinotter

Cebby · 12-21-2002, 06:30 PM

DH6 - I'm not sure about that item, but their prices on other stuff are really good. I checked all over, too. I personally like the tailgate slot mount idea. That's a hot place for mounting on the Jeep GC's as I've found through recent research. I still think I might drill the roof...

DH6twinotter · 12-21-2002, 08:52 PM

Ok. I think I may go ahead and order that. I got the CB from that place and the prices did seem to be pretty good. Just hopes it makes it here.

I saw a Jeep Wrangler today with a CB antenna mounted on the rear, right above the tail light. It had an awesome mount. The antenna was a black 4' fiberglass one. The mount looked like it had a plastic cover that snapped over the mount itself, the wires, and the screws. It was VERY clean and matched the antenna really well. Looked just like a factory install would. If I could find one of those, I may reconsider where I would mount my antenna.

Well, have fun.

DH6twinotter

DH6twinotter · 12-23-2002, 08:21 AM

HBoss--Your bracket looks a little more low profile than most. Do you happen to know the height measurement of that bracket?

Thanks. Have fun all.

DH6twinotter

02Runner · 07-23-2003, 05:50 PM

Roof = best performance!

Bob_98SR5 · 07-25-2003, 04:18 PM

Austin,

All those who've mentioned roof, then hood, then bumper are absolutely right. Get reading on Firestik's website. More reading than you can shake a stick at.

For me it was a decision between functionality and form. I originally had a hood channel mount w/ good SWR readings. I can't remember what but they were good. The thing I got sick of was that obnoxious hood channel mount sticking out of my hood.

I flattened the hood channel mount (a portion of it anyways) and remounted it on the back of my bumper. I've yet to test it but i can already tell that reception and im sure transmission will be much less. However as long as I can communicate w/ the guys I'm riding with, that is enough for me. I really don't have a need to talk w/ truckers 10 miles away.

http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.p...ight=bumper+cb

Bob

DRTDEVL · 07-25-2003, 07:04 PM

GO ROOF VOTES!!!

doink · 07-27-2003, 10:55 PM

i say just get a custom rear bumper made with a cb antenna mount built in!!

View Poll Results: Where would you mount your CB antenna
Rear Bumper	12	25.00%
Front Bumper	5	10.42%
Hood (on the side)	17	35.42%
Roof	14	29.17%
Glass Mount (rear side window)	0	0%
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12-19-2002, 11:16 AM	#2 (permalink)
dfarrales Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 21	not on your poll but mine's mounted on the right rear quarter panel of my 92 4rnr using a ball mount. i really like the ones mounted in the rear middle of any rear tire carrier (wishing i had one). Deo __________________ 92 4Runner V6 5spd Rear: Downey 1.5" spacer on top of Downey 1.5" coils. Airlift airbags. Ranch RS9000's. Front: WCOR IFS 14" travel kit. SAW tbars. Bilstein shocks. Warn Hubs. AllPro rear bumper. 2-chamber Flowmaster, hi-flow cat, 2.5" piping. ....all riding on 33" SS TSL's on black crawler rims.

12-19-2002, 11:28 AM	#3 (permalink)
DH6twinotter Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Posts: 1,676	From what I hear, the bumper isn't a very good place to mount the antennae. The roof is the best place with the hood second. At least that's the way I understood it. I was debating between the bumper and hood and decided on the hood. Somebody had a post about this not long ago and it was really helpful in me making my decision. I haven't got my antennae installed yet, but I will be getting a Firestick II. Suppose to be good. I'll try to find that post about mounting. Well have fun. DH6twinotter __________________ ------------------------------------------------ 1990 4Runner: SR5, 2wd, 3.90 rear, 3VZ-E, auto. 15x8 MT classic II rims, 31x10.50 Bridgestone Desert Duellers ($50!), Cobra CB, 3' firestick Planned stuff: Pre-runner light bar with Hella 500s, small lift Stuff I'd do if I went crazy: SAS, 7mgte or 1UZ swap, and as much offroad goodies as $$ will allow.

12-19-2002, 11:34 AM	#4 (permalink)
DH6twinotter Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Posts: 1,676	Ah, here it is. Check out the website posted here: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=4188 Good stuff. Have fun. DH6twinotter __________________ ------------------------------------------------ 1990 4Runner: SR5, 2wd, 3.90 rear, 3VZ-E, auto. 15x8 MT classic II rims, 31x10.50 Bridgestone Desert Duellers ($50!), Cobra CB, 3' firestick Planned stuff: Pre-runner light bar with Hella 500s, small lift Stuff I'd do if I went crazy: SAS, 7mgte or 1UZ swap, and as much offroad goodies as $$ will allow.

12-19-2002, 12:13 PM	#5 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,068	If you don't plan on getting an ARB type of bumper, I'd mount it on the hood like in my pic here when it use to be there. I got a very low SWR match of around 1.3 or so. But now that I have the ARB, I prefer it there. The antenna is now gone in exchange for a black 4' Firestik II. The SWR match is even better on the ARB. I have about a 1.1 across all 40 channels. Center of the roof is best as mentioned, but may be inconvenient for some. Check out Jim's post here. He really likes his, and it comes off real easily for parking in his garage. The shop did a good job, and no leaks. That is the main thing for a roof install is to do it right the first time if you go that route. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

12-19-2002, 12:21 PM	#6 (permalink)
HBoss Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Edmonton, AB, Canada Posts: 1,878	Put mine on the hood. And it's detachable: Off: On: Write-up here. Not my first choice for style of antenna, but it works well I guess. __________________ 1997 4Runner Ltd. Bilstein shocks, rear E-locker & riding on 32s. Mods Pics Tech articles, write-ups & more are available on my website. http://www.hboss.net/4runner

12-19-2002, 02:40 PM	#7 (permalink)
INsr5runner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,151	HEY HBOSS! hey where did you find that bracket that your antennae is attatched to? I have a magnet mount too, and I hate it! __________________ CLIMB MORE ROCKS! SUPPORT YOUR TROOPS! Carmel Cycling

12-19-2002, 02:58 PM	#9 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,068	I have a close-up of a bracket similar to Al's on my CB page.

12-19-2002, 05:00 PM	#10 (permalink)
Darren Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 1,031	Corey (or anyone else with a FireStik II), I have the black 4 footer as well and picked up a general heavy duty spring. I put it on (bumper mounted) and played around with the antenna, but waaaay too much play. I wouldn't even think about driving around with it so I took it back. What kind of action do you all get from your springs with these? Something that would allow little movement, yet enough give if you had branches or something overhead would be ideal. I like the lack of movement without a spring, but as brittle as these probably are, that isn't gonna fly on the trail. Perhaps the brand I picked up was worthless though too. Thanks __________________ 2002 4Runner MyColorado.org (CO landscapes, destinations & trip reports)

12-19-2002, 05:19 PM	#11 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,068	Darren, my antenna barely moves when motoring down the highway. But out on a trail, it moves all 4 directions depending on the terrain. I have had the same spring since February of '99 I think when I put it on the hood. It's a heavy duty one. But if you were to grab it and move it, there is hardly any play. Might have been the spring you had.

12-20-2002, 10:17 AM	#12 (permalink)
turboale Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 4,836	I'm hoping for a no hole installation (though... its looking grimmer and grimmer... but i did run across this.... don't you think this could work on the top of the tailgate? I need to take a look at just how the hindges work, but maybe just maybe this trunk mount could work... iiiiiiidono, always thinking... heres the mount, http://www.firestik.com/Catalog/K-74.htm __________________ --Austin RHaus NYC 06 M45 Sport - Beauty 96 4Runner - The Beast

12-20-2002, 10:33 AM	#13 (permalink)
HBoss Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Edmonton, AB, Canada Posts: 1,878	turbo: I don't think your reception will be very good with that mount, but I'm just speculating. The mount on the fender/hood area would be a no hole installation, and my reception has been awesome. Just my 2 bits for ya. Good luck with the choice & install. Al __________________ 1997 4Runner Ltd. Bilstein shocks, rear E-locker & riding on 32s. Mods Pics Tech articles, write-ups & more are available on my website. http://www.hboss.net/4runner

12-20-2002, 08:13 PM	#14 (permalink)
DH6twinotter Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Posts: 1,676	You could use the swivel mount from this web site: http://www.1stopelectronics.com/shop...=82&cart=27939 I believe it is about 4 or 5 down. Called the Hood SS or something like that. You may be able to jarry-rig it to go in the crack between your tail light and tail gate. You could then rotate the swivel 90 degrees so as to have the antenna pointing the right direction. I dunno, just a thought. Well, have fun. DH6twinotter __________________ ------------------------------------------------ 1990 4Runner: SR5, 2wd, 3.90 rear, 3VZ-E, auto. 15x8 MT classic II rims, 31x10.50 Bridgestone Desert Duellers ($50!), Cobra CB, 3' firestick Planned stuff: Pre-runner light bar with Hella 500s, small lift Stuff I'd do if I went crazy: SAS, 7mgte or 1UZ swap, and as much offroad goodies as $$ will allow.

12-20-2002, 09:22 PM	#15 (permalink)
turboale Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 4,836	hum.... thats a really good idea. I have yet to take apart the tail housing, that'l be a good thing to check out and know how to do later as i'm sure I'll be needing it later. I'll look into that. Al, the only thing about the front mount is that (personally) I really don't like the look of a piece of metal sticking out of the hood. I know its the most practical... and probably the best... i'm just stubborn like that. :rolleyes: idono... i'll keep you guys posted what I end up doing. I think i'm going to try the tail light idea (if it looks plausable) __________________ --Austin RHaus NYC 06 M45 Sport - Beauty 96 4Runner - The Beast

12-21-2002, 03:14 PM	#16 (permalink)
DH6twinotter Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Posts: 1,676	The one I was referring to was the 1st or 2nd one on that page, not the 4 or 5 like I mentioned earlier. I just went back and noticed that. Hope it didn't cause any confusion. I'm thinking about getting the SS hood mount for my Runner. Do you all think that $21.99 is a good deal for the mounting bracket and coax? Well hope everything turns out ok. Have fun all, DH6twinotter __________________ ------------------------------------------------ 1990 4Runner: SR5, 2wd, 3.90 rear, 3VZ-E, auto. 15x8 MT classic II rims, 31x10.50 Bridgestone Desert Duellers ($50!), Cobra CB, 3' firestick Planned stuff: Pre-runner light bar with Hella 500s, small lift Stuff I'd do if I went crazy: SAS, 7mgte or 1UZ swap, and as much offroad goodies as $$ will allow.

07-23-2003, 05:50 PM	#20 (permalink)
02Runner Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: SW Fla Posts: 758	Roof = best performance! __________________ 2003 Runner SE / Cruisers 1971,1980,1997(40th) & 2005 Last edited by 02Runner; 07-24-2003 at 02:55 AM.

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12-21-2002, 06:30 PM	#17 (permalink)
Cebby Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 11,246	Knowledgeable Staff DH6 - I'm not sure about that item, but their prices on other stuff are really good. I checked all over, too. I personally like the tailgate slot mount idea. That's a hot place for mounting on the Jeep GC's as I've found through recent research. I still think I might drill the roof... __________________ UZswap.com A site dedicated to sharing info for swapping the Toyota/ Lexus UZ (V8) engines into Toyota Trucks and 4Runners. My 4Runner 1993 4Runner, 1UZ (V8) auto dual ultimate crawler, double locked, 35's on beadlocked SR5 alloys, low lift, hacked fenders, tubbed firewall, custom armor TOOLandFAB.com A discussion forum dedicated to tools, fabrication & workshops. See my JD2 Bender Hydro Conversion BUY THIS 2008 CALENDAR

12-21-2002, 08:52 PM	#18 (permalink)
DH6twinotter Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Posts: 1,676	Ok. I think I may go ahead and order that. I got the CB from that place and the prices did seem to be pretty good. Just hopes it makes it here. I saw a Jeep Wrangler today with a CB antenna mounted on the rear, right above the tail light. It had an awesome mount. The antenna was a black 4' fiberglass one. The mount looked like it had a plastic cover that snapped over the mount itself, the wires, and the screws. It was VERY clean and matched the antenna really well. Looked just like a factory install would. If I could find one of those, I may reconsider where I would mount my antenna. Well, have fun. DH6twinotter __________________ ------------------------------------------------ 1990 4Runner: SR5, 2wd, 3.90 rear, 3VZ-E, auto. 15x8 MT classic II rims, 31x10.50 Bridgestone Desert Duellers ($50!), Cobra CB, 3' firestick Planned stuff: Pre-runner light bar with Hella 500s, small lift Stuff I'd do if I went crazy: SAS, 7mgte or 1UZ swap, and as much offroad goodies as $$ will allow.

12-23-2002, 08:21 AM	#19 (permalink)
DH6twinotter Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Posts: 1,676	HBoss--Your bracket looks a little more low profile than most. Do you happen to know the height measurement of that bracket? Thanks. Have fun all. DH6twinotter __________________ ------------------------------------------------ 1990 4Runner: SR5, 2wd, 3.90 rear, 3VZ-E, auto. 15x8 MT classic II rims, 31x10.50 Bridgestone Desert Duellers ($50!), Cobra CB, 3' firestick Planned stuff: Pre-runner light bar with Hella 500s, small lift Stuff I'd do if I went crazy: SAS, 7mgte or 1UZ swap, and as much offroad goodies as $$ will allow.

07-25-2003, 04:18 PM	#21 (permalink)
Bob_98SR5 Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10,092	Austin, All those who've mentioned roof, then hood, then bumper are absolutely right. Get reading on Firestik's website. More reading than you can shake a stick at. For me it was a decision between functionality and form. I originally had a hood channel mount w/ good SWR readings. I can't remember what but they were good. The thing I got sick of was that obnoxious hood channel mount sticking out of my hood. I flattened the hood channel mount (a portion of it anyways) and remounted it on the back of my bumper. I've yet to test it but i can already tell that reception and im sure transmission will be much less. However as long as I can communicate w/ the guys I'm riding with, that is enough for me. I really don't have a need to talk w/ truckers 10 miles away. http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.p...ight=bumper+cb Bob

07-25-2003, 07:04 PM	#22 (permalink)
DRTDEVL Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Baumholder, Deutschland Posts: 246	GO ROOF VOTES!!!

07-27-2003, 10:55 PM	#23 (permalink)
doink Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Atl. Georgia Posts: 3,078	i say just get a custom rear bumper made with a cb antenna mount built in!! __________________ -m. buy my bands record on iTunes LISTEN TO MY BAND PLEASE

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