What unit did you get? Can you post some pictures? Thanks!

 

I'm getting ready to install the smittybuilt overhead console. I'll post some pics after completion.

 

I'm interested in seeing this. Definitely post pictures once you're done!

 

X2, definitely want to see your set up. Thanks

 

You can also try this out.

 

Just a question about the performance concept. I am have been doing a lot of research on this and to my understanding all CBs operate at the same power (assuming you are using a single antenna on the same band). You would get no reception improvements regardless which unit you purchased (unless you buy an absolute piece of junk). The real meat and potatoes of reception comes from the antenna (size and location and tuning) as well as the antenna cable length, routing and electrical interference.

Does anyone have anything that shows actual performance gains based on the CB unit itself?

 

​Agreed. My full size bounced like crazy. Flipped the top back and strategically placed 3 heavy duty zip ties to the footman loop. Problem 99% solved.

 

Buy a cb with higher wattage output my rig does about 60 watts peak output power. I run a 102 inch whip it talks and hears great. Look for a 10 meter mobile unit and convert it to cb. Also referred to as export radios. A single antenna on a narrow vehicle like a jeep is the way to go. Dual cb antennas should be about 8 feet apart. Running dual antennas you'll transmitted signal will be more front to back and less omnidirectional. Omnidirectional it's the radiation pattern your after.

 

1. Such a conversion of a radio to CB is illegal. Not judging you or him, but if you're going to suggest someone do something illegal, at least tell him it is (though it's unlikely he'll ever be caught).

2. RF output power is just that. It is the transmit power. It provides zero help receiving. So, unless his trail buddies are also inclined to break the law, he will net zero improvement in hearing them.

3. Optimizing the antenna, as stated by someone else, is the best all-around answer. And it's legal.

 

Mark I agree with you to a point hence I run the radio I do. My 102 inch whip is why my radio hears as well as it does. I suppose if your with a group you don't really need the wattage. For my needs it fits the bill though. If more people would go get licensed need for cb would diminish. A 2 meter rig will talk a long ways with a good antenna.