CB Mount Location

[Milkman]

One of my first mods is going to be putting my CB in my new Jeep. In the TJ, my CB was mounted on the under the glovebox on the passenger side and the antenna was mounted on a bracket that mounted behind my right rear taillight.

Anyone have any ideas or pics on where to mount your bd and antenna on the new JK's relatively cheaply? I saw one that used a lug on your rear tire but looking for other ideas...

[wayoflife]

On my TJ, I have a Cobra 75WXST with the main box mounted behind the glove box and the handset mounted just to the right of the steering wheel. I also have an external speaker attached to the center roll bar. I may go this route again with my JK unless I can get my hands on a good roll cage like the Rock Hard that I have in my TJ. If I can find one, I think I would prefer to mount the CB overhead on the center T-Bars. This way, I can get more option on the CB like a PA and the speaker would be located in a place that would be best to hear. :)

[ThrottleJunkie]

I might be a moron, but what does a CB radio do? All I know is "street racers" put them in their cars to know where the cops are. I'm coming from a whole different scene so I'm still learning.

[wayoflife]

I might be a moron, but what does a CB radio do? All I know is "street racers" put them in their cars to know where the cops are. I'm coming from a whole different scene so I'm still learning.

LOL!! :o CB radios are great for communicating on a long dusty trail especially when you're with a big group. :)

[ThrottleJunkie]

Well that would make perfect sense then, wouldn't it? I always wondered how the guys from The Fast and the Furious got the message out when cops were on their way. Dont get me wrong, the street racing scene is cool and all but it gets boring here in Cleveland cuz there aren't as many fast cars with ballsy drivers as there are woods/trails. A lot less dangerous too. 3 tickets = ugly insurance bill.

[jdrogers]

I was planning on mounting mine under the driver seat. This is where I had my CB mounted in my '04 Rubicon. Plenty of room and out of the way. I only use the CB for communicating on the trails so I don't need to be able to see it. We pretty much always use channel 4.

Mounting the antenna is whole other issue... :confused: Haven't seen any kind of bracket that I want to attach to my new JK. To make things worse, I need to mount two antennas. One for the CB and another for my ham rig.

Anyone have any ideas for the antenna?

[wayoflife]

Mounting the antenna is whole other issue... :confused: Haven't seen any kind of bracket that I want to attach to my new JK. To make things worse, I need to mount two antennas. One for the CB and another for my ham rig.

Anyone have any ideas for the antenna?
Once I get my JK, I'm gonna look at the factory spare tire mount to see if I can work anything on to it or make a bracket that attaches to it. That's what I did on my TJ anyway.

[jdrogers]

On my TJ I used the TeraFlex mounts which I liked. I was hoping they would come out with something for the JK soon.

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[usgaone]

FYI, I just ordered a new Cobra 75 WXST, with a universal mount, I have measured and I am going to temporarily mount a stud type mount on the spare tire carrier, fish the wire through the existing grommet that is there for the brake light. This will allow me to remount when I get teh new bumper with built in tire mount! Then mount the hidden "brains" behind the glove box and tap into one if the existing accessory plug constant hot 12v wires for power. Did something similar on my WJ, and it worked perfectly. Just have no need for a large box taking up room in the cab. I also will use a 3' firestick antenna which should just give me 1' above the roof for good reception. hope to have all the parts in by friday, and install on saturday. Will let everyone know how it goes, but looks fairly easy (famous last words!). I already opened the glove box and tons of room there and there is also enough room in the center console as a 2nd choice.

[DJFriar]

I was planning on mounting mine under the driver seat. This is where I had my CB mounted in my '04 Rubicon. Plenty of room and out of the way. I only use the CB for communicating on the trails so I don't need to be able to see it. We pretty much always use channel 4.

Mounting the antenna is whole other issue... :confused: Haven't seen any kind of bracket that I want to attach to my new JK. To make things worse, I need to mount two antennas. One for the CB and another for my ham rig.

Anyone have any ideas for the antenna?

Keep us posted on that, I also will be adding a ham radio to my setup soon. I already have the radio, just need to get off my butt and take the test so I can use it.

[Jeff]

I dont know if this is available for the JK, but take a look.
I kept my Teraflex mounts off of my TJ when I sold it, hoping they would work on the JK.


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[rfrogman]

I just put a Ham radio mount on my new JK. It is a license plate mount. (see photos bellow) Here is the vender I bought mine from GigaParts (http://www.gigaparts.com/store.php?action=search&category=MNT-WNDW&type=radio&showall=1)

I am searching for a location to mount the radio base unit. Under the seat looks like a good location but I’m concerned about water damage if I have to forge water on the trail. Is there room on the JK to mount behind the dash? or inside the bottom of the center console? My radio is an Icom IC-208H and the control panel can be remotely mounted. I intend on using a universal dashboard 3m mount for the control panel.

http://www.rfrogman.com/modules/xoopsgallery/cache/albums/album03/WranglerUnlimitedX2007_002.thumb.jpg http://www.rfrogman.com/modules/xoopsgallery/cache/albums/album03/WranglerUnlimitedX2007_003.thumb.jpg

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http://www.rfrogman.com/modules/xoopsgallery/cache/albums/album03/Ham_Radio_002.thumb.jpg

If you need to see larger photos go to my web site www.rfrogman.com

[rfrogman]

Ok, I finally decided to mount my HAM radio (Icom IC-208H) under the driver’s seat. It is above the water line and allow the speaker to bounce sound of the floor. Does anyone know the easiest route thru the firewall to the battery? Temporarily I am using a 12v adapter, but both Jeep and Icom strongly suggest wiring the radio direct to the battery.

http://www.rfrogman.com/modules/xoopsgallery/cache/albums/album03/Ham_Radio_001.thumb.jpg Control panel can be remotely mounted. (my bug mount isn't in yet)

http://www.rfrogman.com/modules/xoopsgallery/cache/albums/album03/Ham_Radio_007.thumb.jpg Front of main radio body under front driver's seat.

http://www.rfrogman.com/modules/xoopsgallery/cache/albums/album03/Ham_Radio_008.thumb.jpg Rear of main body. Power cable is spooled until i figure out where to route it through the firewall.

http://www.rfrogman.com/modules/xoopsgallery/cache/albums/album03/Ham_Radio_003.thumb.jpg Mic mount

[low4life]

Or you could always go with something thats small and does the trick like this CB that I found earlier today radiooutfitter.com/store/C75-WXST.html

[jsherman]

arizonarockyroad.com/antennamounts.html

i've read a few reviews...and from the looks of it...i'd say this is the product for me.

not only for the antenna mount...but also for the radio mount.

oh, low4life...I lived in baumholder, germany for 1.5 years :)
3/12th infantry - i was a medic.
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[ThinkMud]

Any one figure out where to run the power wires through the firewall? I put the little "u" shaped bracket on the bolt on the bottom side of the shifter base. and have the CB right there on the side of the "hump". I used an 'L' shaped bracket to mount the antenna using the top side existing bolt on the tire carrier. I'll post pictures later...

[ThinkMud]

ok, here are some images...

Antenna mount bracket, looking through the hole in my rim...
http://thinkmud.com/img/fab/DSCN0140.JPG
Antenna mount from the side:
http://thinkmud.com/img/fab/DSCN0139.JPG
another side shot:
http://thinkmud.com/img/fab/DSCN0141.JPG

and for the CB...

here is the "U" bracket mounted...
http://thinkmud.com/img/fab/DSCN0142.JPG

and with the CB in place (this can be adjusted depending on what hole you run the side bolts thru...
http://thinkmud.com/img/fab/DSCN0143.JPG

Now, just have to find a hole in the Firewall..... any suggestions?

[cpthyland2]

I actually worked with Rick at Arizona Rocky Road to get the measurements and fittings for the atenna mount. The pics he has posted are from my 2DR Rubi. I love the mount took like a minute to install and works great, not to mention it's only like 25.00 or so :toung:

[ThinkMud]

mine was 10 bucks, and only had to drill 2 holes in it, it's actually called "Deluxe 3-Way Mirror Mount" from ProComm Model # JBC995. and mine runs up beside the brake light as well.

[JKEOD]

I've never installed a cb before. Do you need to ground the antenna if you mount it behind the spare tire?