So where have you been mounting the CB's?

[07 RBY]

I just got a Midland CB and I ordered the Cool Tech Ultra Mount. I trying to figure out where a good place to mount the CB.

Moderator note: FYI I merged several of these same threads together..sorry if there are duplicate posts!

[possumface]

mounted mine on the right side of gear shift box thing

[blackjkrubi]

http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee293/blackjkrubi/cbinstall005.jpg

http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee293/blackjkrubi/cbinstall001.jpg

http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee293/blackjkrubi/cbinstall008.jpg

did this install last night, I found that plastic panel underneath the steering wheel, my CB fit perfectly tight in that space. :yup:

The G/F wasn't too impressed about me cutting in the panel since it's a lease !!! :rotflmao1: :rotflmao1:

[JackMac4]

The G/F wasn't too impressed about me cutting in the panel since it's a lease !!! :rotflmao1: :rotflmao1:

Eh..tell her to chill. You can probably buy that panel for less than $20. Just replace it if you decide to turn it back in...but you wouldn't do that now, WOULD YOU? :eek2: :eek2: :eek2:

[07 RBY]

More pics, please.

[bofer84]

cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230160214699

I have this and it works perfectly, i love it, and you have enough room to mount another Ham radio, and a GPS if needed :)

Its really secure and doesnt rattle as well

[blackjkrubi]

Eh..tell her to chill. You can probably buy that panel for less than $20. Just replace it if you decide to turn it back in...but you wouldn't do that now, WOULD YOU? :eek2: :eek2: :eek2:


not before the end of the lease and it would be just to get a 2011 model :rotflmao1: :rotflmao1:

my first Jeep was also a lease, returned it after 4 years, had to put it back stock, sold all the parts cause they didn't fit the '07 model. Samething will prob. happen in 4 years :rotflmao1:

[dougr5150]

Not a very good picture but I mounted mine on the side of the center console on the passenger side, there is already a both there and everything.

http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p155/dougr5150/JK/CB.jpg

[07 RBY]

Not a very good picture but I mounted mine on the side of the center console on the passenger side, there is already a both there and everything.

http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p155/dougr5150/JK/CB.jpg

Thanks for the pic. It's not bad at all. I was actually thinking about there or on the driver's' side.

[JKGuy]

That is exactly what I did but I did it on the driver's side with a Cobra IV DX. Fits very nice.

[sQuid]

cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230160214699

I have this and it works perfectly, i love it, and you have enough room to mount another Ham radio, and a GPS if needed :)

Its really secure and doesnt rattle as well

Any chance you could post pics? The pics in the listing are all but worthless. Thanks! :cool:

[matthew2000tx]

Any chance you could post pics? The pics in the listing are all but worthless. Thanks! :cool:

Ditto... those ebay pics are too small

[07 RBY]

Here's a couple of pics. I still would like a permanent place to connect to power.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v630/lkd53/Rubicon/wheelinandantinstall026.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v630/lkd53/Rubicon/wheelinandantinstall025.jpg

[jeeper]

Thanks for the pic's everyone. :thumbs:

[DeepSky]

I plopped mine on top of the center console:

http://www.deepskye.info/images/Jeep/WriteUps/WU_08.jpg

http://www.deepskye.info/images/Jeep/WriteUps/WU_14.jpg

[jeeper]

Looks great DeepSky! Never overlook the obvious :yup:

[Octane]

Has anyone put it in the lowest section of the dash? That is where I have been thinking of putting it.

[07 RBY]

Has anyone put it in the lowest section of the dash? That is where I have been thinking of putting it.

Yeah, look at post #3.

[jeepingib]

Yeah, look at post #3.
I think he's talking about the center stack, as in below the power outlet and switch area.

[jeepersab]

small
ones will go in the console

[Octane]

I think he's talking about the center stack, as in below the power outlet and switch area.

thank you, that is what I meant. Like right in front of the shifters...

[VTXSPres]

I screwed mine into the radio speaker bridge on the roll bar. I used the dome light wire for power (with an inline fuse) and the ground in the dome/speaker module for the ground and I mounted the antenna in a factory hole in the body. Works well, but I'm missing my dome light and the CB will shut off about 30 seconds after the truck is turned off. I'd like to find a separate always-hot wire for the CB and dome to share. Is there any type of always hot wire in the JK like there is behind the glove in the TJ?

Thanks!

http://lh6.google.com/VTXSPRES/RuGmivGCE8I/AAAAAAAAEzc/hfO60KM7uVY/IMG_2894.jpg?imgmax=512

http://lh4.google.com/VTXSPRES/RuGmjPGCE9I/AAAAAAAAEzk/hKd1OohSi1M/IMG_2895.jpg?imgmax=512

[Octane]

CB mount in dash under factory buttons in front of shifters is where I wanted to put it. If I mess up, I found out that OEM plastic piece that seems simple enough to cut is about $35 from Jeep. lol.

[Rugbyduck]

3203

3204

[gldwings1]

Another option if you like is the tuffy overhead console and there is a dash hoop with a center plate that runs back to the roll bar made by I believe High Rock. It's available from 4 wheel parts.

Keep the shiny side up,

Chuck

[Slimjim]

I need ideas for places to mount my CB radio, and sence i cant search for "CB" Im starting a thread. I have a full size Cobra 29.

[Eracer76]

Here is my custom install location of my Galaxy DX 929...
It is a tight squeeze in there, but it fits perfect...:)

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y43/LSTracer/Wrangler%20Rubicon/DSC01937.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y43/LSTracer/Wrangler%20Rubicon/DSC01939.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y43/LSTracer/Wrangler%20Rubicon/DSC01938.jpg

[Slimjim]

How did you do that? What did you use to cut out the hole?

[Jordo89]

that looks sweet.... too bad my amp is there.

[pkess3]

I need ideas for places to mount my CB radio, and sence i cant search for "CB" Im starting a thread. I have a full size Cobra 29.

Get some mounts from AZ rockyroad. You can use their mounts for all kinds of stuff

http://inlinethumb49.webshots.com/42032/2903157000102055478S600x600Q85.jpg

[Seryoga]

Here is mine:

http://images27.fotki.com/v1025/photos/9/972497/5479959/DSC03352-vi.jpg

http://images28.fotki.com/v1032/photos/9/972497/5479959/DSC03354-vi.jpg

http://images30.fotki.com/v471/photos/9/972497/5479959/DSC03356-vi.jpg

http://images28.fotki.com/v1032/photos/9/972497/5479959/DSC03357-vi.jpg

[BaltChief]

http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h298/jbrady2/Offroad%20Heros/P1090042.jpg
http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h298/jbrady2/Offroad%20Heros/P1090041.jpg

Where did you get that 90 degree plug for your mp3.....I like the black, all I can find is silver and it looks shitty.

[Seryoga]

Where did you get that 90 degree plug for your mp3.....I like the black, all I can find is silver and it looks shitty.

My guess would be any RadioShack store.

[BaltChief]

My guess would be any RadioShack store.

Thats where I got the silver one......maybe I should check another location.

[Seryoga]

Try BestBuy or CircuitCity, they might have them too.

[Wile E]

Cobra 75 WX ST with UltraMount CB Antenna System

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/CB4.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/Console.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/Antenna_Connection.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/Antenna.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/Cooltech_Mount.JPG

[atomicmecha]

Here is mine:



http://images28.fotki.com/v1032/photos/9/972497/5479959/DSC03354-vi.jpg



http://images28.fotki.com/v1032/photos/9/972497/5479959/DSC03357-vi.jpg


i like that mounting idea... think i'll use that myself.

[Da Hui]

Cobra 75 WX ST with UltraMount CB Antenna System

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/CB4.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/Console.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/Antenna_Connection.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/Antenna.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/Cooltech_Mount.JPG

How do you like that unit? How do the CBs like that work? I like having everything on the mic itself so you don't have a big bulky unit somewhere. I wan the same CB for my Taco.

[Wile E]

How do you like that unit? How do the CBs like that work? I like having everything on the mic itself so you don't have a big bulky unit somewhere. I wan the same CB for my Taco.

It works great if all you are looking for is a bare-bones CB. I use it on the trail to talk with other rigs (I have a few two-way radios for those who don't have one) and for emergencies on the road. The weather feature is great and I find myself using that daily.

I placed the connecter box behind the glove compartment and I am happy with the set-up. It is very clean and I can disconnect it and store the unit in the center console when I leave the vehicle.

Overall it is probally the best bang for the buck.

[Da Hui]

It works great if all you are looking for is a bare-bones CB. I use it on the trail to talk with other rigs (I have a few two-way radios for those who don't have one) and for emergencies on the road. The weather feature is great and I find myself using that daily.

I placed the connecter box behind the glove compartment and I am happy with the set-up. It is very clean and I can disconnect it and store the unit in the center console when I leave the vehicle.

Overall it is probally the best bang for the buck.

Thats very good to hear. Thats why I want a CB, trail use and in case of emergency. Thanks for the help!

[Dutchboy101]

i like that mounting idea... think i'll use that myself.

I like the mount bracket for the Cobra 75 it looks clean.
Does it come with the Cobra 75, or is it a seperate purchase? If so, where and how much?

I just bought the Cobra 75, and it being shipped to me. I am not sure what bracket will come with it.
Thanks,

[Wile E]

I like the mount bracket for the Cobra 75 it looks clean.
Does it come with the Cobra 75, or is it a seperate purchase? If so, where and how much?

I just bought the Cobra 75, and it being shipped to me. I am not sure what bracket will come with it.
Thanks,

I used the Ultra Mount kit from Cool Tech (a sponsor here).

http://www.cooltechllc.com/servlet/Detail?no=1

The UltraMount CB Antenna System comes with everything you need to mount the antenna to the inside of the license plate holder. It includes the coax cable and a FireStik FL-4 4' fiberglass antenna. You can also purchase the bracket to hold the all-in-one handset of the Cobra 75 from Cool Tech. It is called the VersaMount.

http://www.cooltechllc.com/servlet/Detail?no=12

The bracket that comes with the Cobra will mount onto the VersaMount using the included template.

[Dutchboy101]

I used the Ultra Mount kit from Cool Tech (a sponsor here).

http://www.cooltechllc.com/servlet/Detail?no=1

The UltraMount CB Antenna System comes with everything you need to mount the antenna to the inside of the license plate holder. It includes the coax cable and a FireStik FL-4 4' fiberglass antenna. You can also purchase the bracket to hold the all-in-one handset of the Cobra 75 from Cool Tech. It is called the VersaMount.

http://www.cooltechllc.com/servlet/Detail?no=12

The bracket that comes with the Cobra will mount onto the VersaMount using the included template.


Thank you for the info. I am only interested in the versamount as I have a Or-Fab tire carrierthat already has a location forme to install my firestick.

Thanks again.

[MUD PLZ]

Here is my setup. It is both mobil and handheld. I have it hooked up to the Ultramount 4' firestick. It works great!

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/medium/DSC00370.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/medium/DSC003741.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/medium/DSC00375.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/medium/DSC00376.JPG

[VINdecent]

Thats a nifty CB, it can be used as a handheld or mounted, I like it, would be good on the trail for spotting from a distance, rather than yelling.

[Whats Next]

ANY MORE..:munching::beer::beer::drunk:

[Mark Doiron]

Thats a nifty CB, it can be used as a handheld or mounted, I like it, would be good on the trail for spotting from a distance, rather than yelling.
Could also be useful when driving top/doors off to secure the unit from theft.

[zoomzoomjr]

ANY MORE..:munching::beer::beer::drunk:

Here's mine (click for a bigger view):
http://my.project-jk.com/data/508/thumbs/3791544608_ORIG.jpeg (http://my.project-jk.com/showphoto.php?photo=17226)
http://my.project-jk.com/data/508/thumbs/000_0027.jpg (http://my.project-jk.com/showphoto.php?photo=6662)
and my antennas with the fold over adapters:
http://my.project-jk.com/data/818/thumbs/235.jpg (http://my.project-jk.com/showphoto.php?photo=23233)
http://my.project-jk.com/data/818/thumbs/140.jpg (http://my.project-jk.com/showphoto.php?photo=23232)

[mizedog]

Here's mine (click for a bigger view):
http://my.project-jk.com/data/508/thumbs/3791544608_ORIG.jpeg (http://my.project-jk.com/showphoto.php?photo=17226)
http://my.project-jk.com/data/508/thumbs/000_0027.jpg (http://my.project-jk.com/showphoto.php?photo=6662)
and my antennas with the fold over adapters:
http://my.project-jk.com/data/818/thumbs/235.jpg (http://my.project-jk.com/showphoto.php?photo=23233)
http://my.project-jk.com/data/818/thumbs/140.jpg (http://my.project-jk.com/showphoto.php?photo=23232)

Wow! Interesting CB antenna idea. I might steel that. :yup: However, I just can't do the school bus/bookshelf bracket mirror thingy. Innovative, but don't see the need or the offroad-library connection:bleh:

Kidding aside, how's the reception, and transmitting power with this antenna set up? You'd think the ground plane would be better with them mounted more in the center of the vehicle (better rearward transmitting). Do you think one antenna would do it?:thinking:

[JKid]

:driving: Hey guys heres a pic of my new tuneable antenna. Ill post pics of my radio when it gets in this week! woot woot P.S. got a new avatar!
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2273/2488184692_4218d6b14b_b.jpg

[SuperJK]

A club member was using metal shelving pieces, I asked if he had any left over and if he could build me a cb mount..
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg274/SuperJK2007/Picture152.jpg

Needed an easy way to grab the mic, so I grabbed some velcro that was sitting in the junk drawer.
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg274/SuperJK2007/Picture153.jpg

[[N]UGE]

Here is my custom install location of my Galaxy DX 929...
It is a tight squeeze in there, but it fits perfect...:)

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y43/LSTracer/Wrangler%20Rubicon/DSC01937.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y43/LSTracer/Wrangler%20Rubicon/DSC01939.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y43/LSTracer/Wrangler%20Rubicon/DSC01938.jpg

That location is really cool. you have any more pics of the install?

[Lo2aY]

:driving: Hey guys heres a pic of my new tuneable antenna. Ill post pics of my radio when it gets in this week! woot woot P.S. got a new avatar!
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2273/2488184692_4218d6b14b_b.jpg

How did you get the antenna to be in the center? I can't find an antenna mount that sits in the center?!

more info please


BTW your rig looks gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood

[Bonehead]

Looks like he used the 3rd brake light housing to get it mounted in the cemter...IMO

[Seryoga]

How did you get the antenna to be in the center? I can't find an antenna mount that sits in the center?!

more info please


BTW your rig looks gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood

Go to RadioShack, thats where i got mine.

http://images28.fotki.com/v1032/photos/9/972497/5479959/DSC03354-vi.jpg

[JKid]

How did you get the antenna to be in the center? I can't find an antenna mount that sits in the center?!

more info please


BTW your rig looks gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood

Hey K 92 I ended up using a big rig mirror mount heres a close up picture of the mount with my old antenna. It's the same mount that Seryoga used from Radioshack. Thanks for the comment on the rig. It will be lifted with different shoes, hopefully by the end of the summer! OH YEA PS DONT MOUNT YOURS WHERE I MOUNTED MINE. IT'S GONNA HIT THE WINDOW IF I PUT THE TOP BACK ON. MAKE SURE TO MOUNT IT ABOVE AS SEEN IN THE POST BY SERYOGA
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2032/2453869154_a26ca6afbe_b.jpg

[Lo2aY]

Bonehead
Seryoga
JKid



Thank you all

as far as radios i'm undecided between those two
Cobra 75 SX
MIDLAND 75-822

[Lo2aY]

Bump i'm sure someone knows about CBs

[JKid]

Hey guys I installed my radio last night. Heres some pics!
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3157/2497262179_994d5c0838_b.jpg
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3270/2497261181_7bb047b6f2_b.jpg

[Big D2]

..wow those are neat mouting ways. It's nice to see that you guys ran seperate grounding wires.

[WV99XJ]

Looking for ideas on mounting the CB. Thanks

[gldwings1]

some have suggested mounting on the side of the console but I have a Uniden510 (very small) and I think it would markedly decrease leg room. There is a company called Arizona Rocky Road Outfitters that makes specialty antenna and CB mounts. Their mount is to the windshield frame above the mirror. I'm sure you've seen the overhead console by Tuffy and I'm sure one could mount inside the console. I want to mount a roll cage, High Rock makes one and Poison Spyder is working on a bolt in and a weld in and that's where I want to mount mine. Let us know where you put it.

[RubiConz]

I put mine in the classic position:

http://i25.tinypic.com/dcbfxc.jpg

Love it!

[robin]

may be you can try this.http://www.jk-forum.com/showthread.php?t=39160

[JackMac4]

FYI I merged several of these same threads together..sorry if there are duplicate posts!

[Bonehead]

Just remeber if you cut any panels or mount you C.B. with the speaker down , the sound will be muffled or you won't be able to hear it at all. You will have to invest in an external speaker.....there is a plug in on the back of most citizen band (C.B.) radios for the speaker. I will try and take some pics of the one in my semi.....but it is pretty much overkill since I run an amp with it (since us truckers try and walk over each others signals....Kinda like having the big dog syndrome..LOL ) I just wonder how the sound is on those all-in-one c.b.'s some of you guys are running....especially with the top and doors off rolling down a paved road ?

[JKid]

Cop style baby.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3157/2497262179_994d5c0838.jpg
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3270/2497261181_7bb047b6f2.jpg

[jobrien]

Here's mine;

[NightStalker]

Bonehead
Seryoga
JKid



Thank you all

as far as radios i'm undecided between those two
Cobra 75 SX
MIDLAND 75-822
Cobra 29 is the only way to go for this retired trucker, unless you want a converted radio. With a few mods it will become a great talker...

[Bonehead]

.........................................^^^^^^^^. .................agreed.....and also a galaxy delta 99 with echo and talk back...WoooHoooo :thumbsup:

[MikeReo]

For guys that have mounted radios above the rear view mirror.....how long of an antenna cable did you need to get to the tailgate?

[Flyin'Squirrel]

hows the reception on that midland 75-882? whats the range?

[sandman]

I mounted my Midland on the Rock Hard cage, the coax is 18'.

[Geko45]

Is there room in this thread for an amateur radio (ham) mount?

Here is my Icom 706mkIIg. For those not familiar with it, it's what's known as a "DC to daylight" rig as it can operate on just about any frequency commonly is use. I mounted the control head with a GPS type window mount and ran the separation cable to the radio via the front dash panel. I notched the back of the top dash piece to gain access and then went down behind the trim and under the carpet to the radio. I like this setup as all I have to do is unplug the separation cable and throw the head in the glove box and you wouldn't see anything from the outside.

http://www.mylinuxisp.com/~blawrence/jeep-ic706a.jpg

Next is the radio itself mounted under the front passenger seat. The smaller box on top is an automatic antenna tuner made by LDG. The antenna tuner electronically matches impedance between the antenna and the radio such that all I have to do is push a button on the control head and I have the lowest SWR possible on my current frequency. There are two coax connectors coming out of the radio itself one for HF (long distance) and one for VHF/UHF (local) use. Only the HF passes through the antenna tuner. VHF/UHF out goes directly to the antenna. Coax length from radio to antennas is ten feet (a near perfect length). Power goes directly to the battery through the firewall. I used the factory hole that is filled with foam located behind the outer passenger AC vent (accessible by popping off the dash end cap piece). Also note that I grounded both the radio and the antenna tuner to the seat mounting bolt.

http://www.mylinuxisp.com/~blawrence/jeep-ic706b.jpg

Here are my antenna mounts. They are made by Arizona Rocky Road especially for Jeeps and mount to the spare tire carrier. I choose these because they rise above most of the body of the vehicle. On one, I've mounted a 102" stainless whip for HF use (resonant on 10 meters and tunable to several other bands). On the other, I've mounted a small dual-band VHF/UHF antenna. The VHF/UHF is low enough to not cause me much trouble and the 102" whip is on a quick disconnect, so it's just push and turn and it pops right off. Good if I need to go under some low trees. The coax passes into the cab via the top hinge point of the tailgate. They just sandwich in when the gate is closed and they are held in place via sticky foam mounts and cable ties.

http://www.mylinuxisp.com/~blawrence/jeep-ic706c.jpg

[Matt666]

JKID love your setup. Run into any problems along the way ?

[JKid]

JKID love your setup. Run into any problems along the way ?

Thanks Matt and nope! Its been smooth sailing. Until I drove my jeep into my garage. TWICE! ive been through three antennas already. :thinking:

[eng23inelt]

Here is my setup. It is both mobil and handheld. I have it hooked up to the Ultramount 4' firestick. It works great!

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/medium/DSC00370.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/medium/DSC003741.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/medium/DSC00375.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/medium/DSC00376.JPG

I have the very same CB and have found it to be very versatile. I liked it better than the similar Cobra CB because of the ability to convert it to a handheld. the Midland is very simple to use and is a good trail radio and a good highway unit with a good antenna....:thumbsup:

[MUD PLZ]

hows the reception on that midland 75-882? whats the range?

I get about 5 miles on it while hooked up to my firestik and about a mile or so the other way.

[camden19]

I have the very same CB and have found it to be very versatile. I liked it better than the similar Cobra CB because of the ability to convert it to a handheld. the Midland is very simple to use and is a good trail radio and a good highway unit with a good antenna....:thumbsup:

So how do you hook that up to a 4' antenna ? Do you just plug it into the cig. lighter for power too ?

[camden19]

yes. the cord for the midland has a "double ended" part. one is for power into the cig lighter, and the other part is a coax connection to hook it up to the antenna.

So its not like the Cobra where it has a separate power box that needs to be mounted somewhere ?

[camden19]

Please let us know how it works. This is a good option for ease of use and the ability to take it out of the jeep when not in use , I am assuming !

[camden19]

10-4, Looking foward to hearing from you

[Raiderse]

Here is my setup. It is both mobil and handheld. I have it hooked up to the Ultramount 4' firestick. It works great!

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/medium/DSC00370.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/medium/DSC003741.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/medium/DSC00375.JPG

http://my.project-jk.com/data/500/medium/DSC00376.JPG

What did you mount for the "Button" on the back of the radio?

[Gokracer1]

Mine is here along w/ where I mounted my External CB....

http://www.jk-forum.com/showthread.php?t=48921&highlight=External+Speaker

[scottrock]

Here's mine mounted in front of the shifter

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p175/rock_scott/2008_10180019.jpg

I did have to cut the mounting bracket down 1/2" so the shifter didn't rub on the radio. Also clearanced the rubber boot on the end of the coax so it would sit low enough to not be in front of the ESP and hazard buttons. A 90deg coax adapter would have done the trick ut I'm a cheap bastard.

[oO_Rogue_Oo]

Is there room in this thread for an amateur radio (ham) mount?

Here is my Icom 706mkIIg. For those not familiar with it, it's what's known as a "DC to daylight" rig as it can operate on just about any frequency commonly is use. I mounted the control head with a GPS type window mount and ran the separation cable to the radio via the front dash panel. I notched the back of the top dash piece to gain access and then went down behind the trim and under the carpet to the radio. I like this setup as all I have to do is unplug the separation cable and throw the head in the glove box and you wouldn't see anything from the outside.

http://www.mylinuxisp.com/~blawrence/jeep-ic706a.jpg

Next is the radio itself mounted under the front passenger seat. The smaller box on top is an automatic antenna tuner made by LDG. The antenna tuner electronically matches impedance between the antenna and the radio such that all I have to do is push a button on the control head and I have the lowest SWR possible on my current frequency. There are two coax connectors coming out of the radio itself one for HF (long distance) and one for VHF/UHF (local) use. Only the HF passes through the antenna tuner. VHF/UHF out goes directly to the antenna. Coax length from radio to antennas is ten feet (a near perfect length). Power goes directly to the battery through the firewall. I used the factory hole that is filled with foam located behind the outer passenger AC vent (accessible by popping off the dash end cap piece). Also note that I grounded both the radio and the antenna tuner to the seat mounting bolt.

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Here are my antenna mounts. They are made by Arizona Rocky Road especially for Jeeps and mount to the spare tire carrier. I choose these because they rise above most of the body of the vehicle. On one, I've mounted a 102" stainless whip for HF use (resonant on 10 meters and tunable to several other bands). On the other, I've mounted a small dual-band VHF/UHF antenna. The VHF/UHF is low enough to not cause me much trouble and the 102" whip is on a quick disconnect, so it's just push and turn and it pops right off. Good if I need to go under some low trees. The coax passes into the cab via the top hinge point of the tailgate. They just sandwich in when the gate is closed and they are held in place via sticky foam mounts and cable ties.

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Very nice setup

[rickc309]

Overhead above the mirror for me.... Out of the way.

[RedDavid]

So, what's the story with the ground wire that looks to be attached to the antenna wire and grounded to the antenna mount? Is there a splice in the antenna wire or? How do I know if i need a ground wire like that?

BTW my antenna is mounted to the 3rd brake lite. CB is grounded to the body. SWR is between 1.2-1.6 or so on channels 1-40.

[Until2004]

I mounted my Cobra 75 under the passenger seat and the antenna on the spare tire mount.

[noot]

Has anyone mounted their CB under (and attached to) the lid of the console?

[toad]

So, what's the story with the ground wire that looks to be attached to the antenna wire and grounded to the antenna mount? Is there a splice in the antenna wire or? How do I know if i need a ground wire like that?

BTW my antenna is mounted to the 3rd brake lite. CB is grounded to the body. SWR is between 1.2-1.6 or so on channels 1-40.

Your set up is great! You want to be anywhere under 3. :thumbsup:

[Robicon]

Here's mine;

No offence but yours looks like a clusterfu*k of extra wires