Antenna Ground Question
JK Enthusiast
Joined: Feb 2009
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From: Indianapolis, Indiana
Confirming Ground Points
If you don't have the firering connector and just have a standard PL259 connector, you didn't need to grind anything off. The mount doesn't have to be grounded with that type setup. It'll WORK the way you did it, but generally, I try not to scuff things up unless I have to. LOL
I want to make sure I install my antenna correctly.
I have the Terfaflex spare tire bracket and the Firering connector.
Do I need to remove the bracket coating underneath the antenna mount hole and also at one of the bolt holes that secure the Teraflex bracket to the tailgate?
Thanks for your help.
Jeff
JK Newbie
Joined: Mar 2009
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From: Central Fl
If you don't have the firering connector and just have a standard PL259 connector, you didn't need to grind anything off. The mount doesn't have to be grounded with that type setup. It'll WORK the way you did it, but generally, I try not to scuff things up unless I have to. LOL
Mounting my CB, A Midland 1001z with a 4' firestick "Firefly with a Liberty 18' mini S plug coax assembly. The coax has the regular screw on connectors on both ends ( are these the PL259s?) I made my own tire carrier mount made out of aluminum bar. And used a firestick K-4A Stud (antenna mount package) but did not use there stainless angle mount.
Do I need to ground the antenna tire mount I made?
Im sorry for the hijack just thought it was appropriate here instead of starting yet another thread. And nope, Im not electronic savy.
JK Enthusiast
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From: Los Angeles
SWR Tuning
When you're tuning your SWR make sure the Jeep is well away from any houses or cars. The wave length on an HF frequency is huge and the near by object will screw up your readings. Also, make sure you climb inside the Jeep and close the doors when checking the readings. An open door will have the same effect.