CB Antenna Mounting?
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CB Antenna Mounting?
I've searched the forum for cb, cb antenna, and "cb antenna" and come up empty.
How do you mount your CB antenna? Obviously you can't use a magnetic mount.
I've seen the mount that fits behind the license plate. Where does a person get one of those?
Any other suggestions?
TIA
How do you mount your CB antenna? Obviously you can't use a magnetic mount.
I've seen the mount that fits behind the license plate. Where does a person get one of those?
Any other suggestions?
TIA
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Most guys fit sat antennas in the rear space inside the fender. Take out the rear T/S light on the right and you'll see the options.
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Look at some of the supporting vendors like ZIP, MID-AMERICA, PFYC or CORVETTE CENTRAL...one of them has a CB mount, but I can't recall which one.
I'd think a CB antenna would need as much height as possible to give optimal reception, just like a regular radio mast.
Go to the main menu, scroll down to the forum dedicated to stereo discussions, one of them might know.
I'd think a CB antenna would need as much height as possible to give optimal reception, just like a regular radio mast.
Go to the main menu, scroll down to the forum dedicated to stereo discussions, one of them might know.
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Hi Craig -
I have the license plate mount on my Z - and I can get out 3-4 miles with my Midland handheld unit and the setup I have.
Here is the license plate mount kit:
http://www.rivercitycorvettes.org/harris_mfg.htm
Here is a link to some alternatives -
http://www.koolkatcorvetteproducts.com/photo.html
Here is the NGP Firestick antenna that I have - making a license plate mount is an easy task - mine is made of plexiglas.
http://www.westcoastmall.net/firesti...it-black/215/p
best regards -
mqqn
I have the license plate mount on my Z - and I can get out 3-4 miles with my Midland handheld unit and the setup I have.
Here is the license plate mount kit:
http://www.rivercitycorvettes.org/harris_mfg.htm
Here is a link to some alternatives -
http://www.koolkatcorvetteproducts.com/photo.html
Here is the NGP Firestick antenna that I have - making a license plate mount is an easy task - mine is made of plexiglas.
http://www.westcoastmall.net/firesti...it-black/215/p
best regards -
mqqn
Last edited by mqqn; Aug 3, 2007 at 02:50 PM.
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I don't have one but think this would be a good solution 
Designed specifically for the C4 and C5 Corvettes, this CB Antenna System matches both the beauty and performance of your Corvette. The tunable tip antenna permits transmission and reception from farther distances, while the quick disconnect system allows you to easily detach the antenna any time. This state of the art No Ground Plane (NGP) kit includes: NGP coax cable, NGP 3' antenna mast, and low profile polished stainless steel mounting plate. The antenna mast is available in red, white, or black. White may be painted to match your Corvette exterior. All units use existing license plate mounting holes with some drilling required. Arrives with detailed installation instructions. Please specify antenna mast color.
Available from Mid America.
Designed specifically for the C4 and C5 Corvettes, this CB Antenna System matches both the beauty and performance of your Corvette. The tunable tip antenna permits transmission and reception from farther distances, while the quick disconnect system allows you to easily detach the antenna any time. This state of the art No Ground Plane (NGP) kit includes: NGP coax cable, NGP 3' antenna mast, and low profile polished stainless steel mounting plate. The antenna mast is available in red, white, or black. White may be painted to match your Corvette exterior. All units use existing license plate mounting holes with some drilling required. Arrives with detailed installation instructions. Please specify antenna mast color.
Available from Mid America.
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I don't have one but think this would be a good solution
Designed specifically for the C4 and C5 Corvettes, this CB Antenna System matches both the beauty and performance of your Corvette. The tunable tip antenna permits transmission and reception from farther distances, while the quick disconnect system allows you to easily detach the antenna any time. This state of the art No Ground Plane (NGP) kit includes: NGP coax cable, NGP 3' antenna mast, and low profile polished stainless steel mounting plate. The antenna mast is available in red, white, or black. White may be painted to match your Corvette exterior. All units use existing license plate mounting holes with some drilling required. Arrives with detailed installation instructions. Please specify antenna mast color.
Available from Mid America.
Designed specifically for the C4 and C5 Corvettes, this CB Antenna System matches both the beauty and performance of your Corvette. The tunable tip antenna permits transmission and reception from farther distances, while the quick disconnect system allows you to easily detach the antenna any time. This state of the art No Ground Plane (NGP) kit includes: NGP coax cable, NGP 3' antenna mast, and low profile polished stainless steel mounting plate. The antenna mast is available in red, white, or black. White may be painted to match your Corvette exterior. All units use existing license plate mounting holes with some drilling required. Arrives with detailed installation instructions. Please specify antenna mast color.
Available from Mid America.
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I used to own a CB when I was living in England and found it useful on the M25 but don't know how useful a CB would be here!I also wonder how many people here will take any notice of the new law here in CA? Nobody seems to take any notice of the Stop signs or the 4-Way Stops here so why would they put their cell phones down
I live by the beach and the signs are known as "Stoptional" signs!
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10-4 good buddy I used to own a CB when I was living in England and found it useful on the M25 but don't know how useful a CB would be here!
I also wonder how many people here will take any notice of the new law here in CA? Nobody seems to take any notice of the Stop signs or the 4-Way Stops here so why would they put their cell phones down I live by the beach and the signs are known as "Stoptional" signs!
I used to own a CB when I was living in England and found it useful on the M25 but don't know how useful a CB would be here!I also wonder how many people here will take any notice of the new law here in CA? Nobody seems to take any notice of the Stop signs or the 4-Way Stops here so why would they put their cell phones down
I live by the beach and the signs are known as "Stoptional" signs!Not a problem nowadays. Radio signals don't make it as far as Lincolnshire
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Craig:
This is the set-up I have on my 02 vert. http://www.rivercitycorvettes.org/harris_mfg.htm
I was a member of River City before I moved up here. It is very well made and hides the cable. Give me a call and you can look at mine.
Randy
This is the set-up I have on my 02 vert. http://www.rivercitycorvettes.org/harris_mfg.htm
I was a member of River City before I moved up here. It is very well made and hides the cable. Give me a call and you can look at mine.
Randy
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I've searched the forum for cb, cb antenna, and "cb antenna" and come up empty.
How do you mount your CB antenna? Obviously you can't use a magnetic mount.
I've seen the mount that fits behind the license plate. Where does a person get one of those?
Any other suggestions?
TIA
How do you mount your CB antenna? Obviously you can't use a magnetic mount.
I've seen the mount that fits behind the license plate. Where does a person get one of those?
Any other suggestions?
TIA
I've used the koolkat antenna, which sits inside the car and hides your antenna farm from John Law.
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http://www.koolkatcorvetteproducts.com/
I've used the koolkat antenna, which sits inside the car and hides your antenna farm from John Law.
I've used the koolkat antenna, which sits inside the car and hides your antenna farm from John Law.
I have this one also and it works great - no need to hang one outside the car!!
