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Jul 14, 2013 | 03:56 PM

#71

metrion

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From: Shoreline, WA

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Originally Posted by DarksideSix

Finished my install this weekend using the strike force zebra bracket. Very simple, but fits perfectly and was well worth the $20. Sure, I could have easily made this, after a trip to the hardware store, time to cut it, time to bend it, fit check it, bend it some more, drill it, paint it, wait for the paint to dry, then paint it again. $20, same day shipping... I'll take it. Routed power inside A pillar plastic and coax inside rollback covers. Only thing you can see is my antenna and my radio.

2013 JKU

What size is your radio? The pictures on their site show what looks like a somewhat small radio. I've got the Uniden Bearcat 880 (which seems to be about the size of the Cobra 29, based on specs), and after a quick placement test, it seems like it would be tight. That was with me naively assuming the mounting bracket would go straight into the plastic... I guess with a mount like the Strike Force Zebra bracket, it would be pushed away from the windshield a bit.

Thanks!

Jul 14, 2013 | 05:53 PM

#72

Tooadvanced

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From: West Richland Washington

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Originally Posted by toxicity_27

So I've flipped through several of the pictures and links, but I don't think I've seen a CB install on a 2013 JK. I've seen the ones that mount over the rearview mirror, however with the mirror on the 2013s being auto-dimming I'm not sure they would fit. I'm also concerned because I do run a hardtop, and take the panels off, and want to have access to the knobs to open them. I'm open to suggestions on where to mount it, since I'm still trying to decide.

Here's a link to the CB that I will be using.

Bearcat Pro Series with Dynamic Squelch Control - CB Radios at Uniden

Thanks.

I've got 2013 mounted on footmans loop above autodim mirror. On phone so can't post pics but they on my profile pics

Jul 14, 2013 | 06:12 PM

#73

DBTJKU

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From: Marietta,Pa

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Originally Posted by JKUenvy

I also just noticed the notch in the front passenger side of the factory console. I'm guessing this is for cords/cables? Will the microphone cable fit through the gap?

Yes the mic cable does fit in the notch. There is also one on the drivers side.

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Jul 14, 2013 | 06:16 PM

#74

DBTJKU

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From: Marietta,Pa

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Originally Posted by CBrNoMore

That is exactly what I want to do with my mics. Where did you find 6-8 wire cable like that to run behind your console to the radio??

All the wiring is what came with the cb.

Jul 16, 2013 | 05:49 PM

#75

jeeperjay

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From: Fort Hood, TX

I mounted mine on the sound bar with the existing holes....used a couple of spacers and a long lag bolt. turned out real nice...

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Jul 17, 2013 | 03:42 PM

#76

WAT3RDOG

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From: new mexico

Interesting idea. How does it work with the passengers head and your mirror? Looks good

Jul 17, 2013 | 04:30 PM

#77

Flyer

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From: Colorado- West of Denver

I don't have the auto-dimming mirror (mine is a 2012) but I used the Strike Force Zebra mount. My Uniden 520 fits very well but there is maybe a half inch of space between the top of the mirror and the CB. I could go wider and maybe a little deeper (with an elbow connector) but I can't get a much thicker CB. That is too bad since I may have eventually wanted one with a few more features.

Jul 17, 2013 | 06:44 PM

#78

Verv

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From: Columbus, Ga

Installed mine tonight above rearview mirror.

2013 JK

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Jul 17, 2013 | 06:55 PM

#79

jeeperjay

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From: Fort Hood, TX

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Originally Posted by WAT3RDOG

Interesting idea. How does it work with the passengers head and your mirror? Looks good

My wife is short so it works out great...a friend of mine mounted his over the driver seat but I'm a little tall (6'2) so my head was hitting it..as far as the rear view it doesn't interfere at all.