gametom

first i don't know if this is where i should post this sorry if it's in the wrong area.

Ok so i have seen it done and would like to put a cb where my ash tray is. i'm looking to spend as little as possible i don't need something with huge range (1 mile) just one that works ok. and what kind of antenna do i need.
Thanks
Tom

excableguy

try a search in this forum, i did a quick one and found this-https://www.yotatech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=76444&highlight=cb+ashtray
I'm not sure, but I think Uniden makes a model that's around 50.00; and I'm not sure about the antenna, I just used what I could scour up.

norcalsvx

regie00 did it a while back

tc

That's where mine is. I had a RadioShack, but it was acting up, so I just recently got a new one. Bought it at a T/A truckstop - they had 3 models, a Cobra ($30 after $10 rebate), a Midland ($35), and a Uniden ($40). The Cobra and Midland were both 4watts, but had PA, RF Gain, and some other fancy features. I went with the Uniden because it's 7W even though it has less "features". Seems to work pretty well.

I used Wilson fiberglass antennae, but broke two of them and switched to a stainless mid load whip by Hustler. It is holding up VERY well.

DaveInDenver

The Uniden radios that fit are the PRO 520 XL and PRO 510 XL. There is an older radio, the PC-55 that is the same form factor and will work, too (it's basically the same radio as the PRO 520). Don't know about Cobra or Radio Shack, though I do think there might be others that will fit.

tc

The Uniden is definitely the widest radio that will fit in there - it's pretty tight. My RS had a bit of room on either side.

Shoua

I installed mine there, since I was missing the ashtray anyway. It fits perfectly, like it was meant to be there, with a little trimming of the back. Mine is the small Midland model, but with everything else it added up to about $80. Sorry, no pictures at this time...

CJM

I just did this mod to my T100, same ashtray I think.

You need a cobra cb radio. All I had to do was remove the assembly and cut off a bit to make the cb fit and then I simply screwed it right into the plastic mounts that were there.

I ran my CB wire to an auxillary fusebox I made under the hook, but at first i had it connected tot he lighter which worked pretty well to.

I have a 4ft firestick II antenna I mounted on my toolbox and on a good day I can pick up pretty far away, about 5 miles or more I think. I used a spring mount ont he actual molded plastic mount. I brused a ton of trees and no damage yet.

gonzo

Heres a link to another cb install under your stereo.
http://www.mudrunner.ca/cb.html

Also here's a link to the best place I have found to get the cobra that fits there. Either one will work.
http://www.buy.com/retail/searchresu...y=col&dclksa=1

Just thought I'd throw this out there for you.

bigtrucknwheels

Dont they make a CB to mount in underneath a single spaced headunit?

runner4thebeat

quick question..i know why my dad(a truck driver) needs a CB but why would regular folks like us need them?

Elvota

They work great for keeping in touch on trail runs.

"Hey, which way you guys go at the fork?"
"Hold on... my rig is acting up"
Buddy in front of me, back up and try again a little left... you are hanging up on your diff"

My install:

tc

How do you like the Uniden 510XL, Elvota? Does the extra wattage make a difference?

1eye

This worked out for me.http://s146.photobucket.com/albums/r...B%20in%20dash/ Its a Midland with 4 watt output, does ok on the trail.

Elvota

I don't have a reference point to know if this CB makes a difference, but it does seem to work very well. I get great reception and excellent broadcast. I run a Wheeler 1000 whip antenna off the roof. I have never had it tuned, so maybe I am just lucky or don't know what I am missing.

Uniden HomePage:
http://www.unidendirect.com/index.cfm

Uniden sells them on their site. I got this CB new for $35.99.
http://www.unidendirect.com/itemdeta...?item=PRO510XL

There might be cheaper prices out there though.

TC4RNR

i'm not a fan of putting CB in the dash. i put mine in the gap between the passenger seat and the center console. no bolt, no screw, no tape, simplely just drop it in. one good thing about this location is that it's very handy when changing channels, i don't have to reach to the front.



bottom of the CB

89silverpu

Or you could go with an all in mic like mine:

89silverpu

Ooops sorry mines a pickup not 4runner but you get the idea

Poul D'eau

uh guys... all CB's unless "modified" transmit a deadkey signal at 4 watts.

The 7 watts you see listed on the uniden is the power to the speaker.

tc

That's kinda what I was thinking until I read the manual closer ... I'll have to scan it and see if I was reading it right...