CB Antenna Mounts and Antenna Lengths
 

So out of the three options listed below, which CB antenna mount would you go with and why? Which antenna length would you go with assuming a Firestik antenna?

Teraflex Hinge CB Mount

Teraflex Hinge Accessories Mount

Jeep JK CB Antenna Fender Mount 2007+ | Right Channel Radios

I've read that that the fender mount provides better performance. If that route, I would probably look at a 2' antenna with a quick disconnect. My only thought with this option is that it would get hit with limbs and such.

The mounts at the rear of the jeep would provide better protection from limbs and I would probably look at a 3' antenna with a quick disconnect. Would I have any issues with opening the rear glass with it on?

I went with tailgate due to me hitting a bunches of branches and other crap. But everyone here in the forum will swear by the hood mounts vs anything else.

CB antenna
 

Find a mount that gets the antenna above the top.Then go with a 3'-4' fire stick

Low branches are the death of that antenna configuration. For 99.8% of all wheeling uses a high unobstructed mounting doesn't gain much range advantage that the snag hazard doesn't cancel out.

I fabricated my own 'hood' mount like the last one. Main difference is I made mine to use two existing bolts for greater stability because just one would flex under larger/heavier antennas. I also made mine to accommodate up to five antennas (because I'm a HAM radio enthusiast). The reason for the location was for the best reception/transmission possible. It works flawlessly and for challenging long distant communications it performs superbly.

I have the Tera Flex Spare tire antenna mount with a 3' fire stick. Yet to install it though. Question I have is do I need to run a separate ground or just the coax? I have removed the powder coat from the mounting holes. Those that are using the same set up or close what did you do?

I'm installing this week. Thanks y'all.