I wanted to do a detailed install video on this so folks could see exactly what they were getting, how how I plan to use it.
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Antenna Mount for Jeep JK / TJ
https://www.ruggedradios.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=182_313&products_id=2165
Retail Price: $35.00
Part #MT-ANT-JK
Jeep JK Antenna Mount
This specially designed antenna mount will hold your antenna firmly in place on the side of your Jeep JK or the windshield hinge of your Jeep TJ. Simply mount an external radio antenna (sold separately) and you're good to go.
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LASCO 02-1048E Rubber Sheet
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6-Inches X 6-Inches and 1/16-Inch Thick
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Wilson 3/8 NMO Mount w/ 14ft RG58 Cable w/ SMA Connectors
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Requires 3/8-inch hole in sheet metal surface
Requires NMO Antenna (not included)
SMA Male connector
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Diamond NR770HBNMO Mobile antenna 2m/70cm, NMO, 40in
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Wednesday, June 27, 2018
Rugged Radios Jeep JK or TJ Antenna Mount - UHF/VHF Mobile Radio Install - 2015 Jeep Wrangler
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pneVuqVj9AA&w=640&h=360]
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make sure you ground the antenna.
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting the video. My club just changed to the same UHF/VHF radio and I have been weighing my permanent mounting options over using handhelds. I think the handheld is convenient but want the benefit of a fully featured radio installed as well.
ReplyDeleteGoing to give that Rugged Radios mount a look.
Absolutely! That will be covered when I do the final install. I expect a lot of people will think that adding a rubber backing is a bad idea because of grounding...but smashing that powdercoated bracket to my paint isn't going to do anything for grounding anyway...so I may as well protect the paint! I hope that the bolts (once I clean off some metal around the bolt holes) will be enough grounding so I don't need a separate grounding strap... but we'll see.
ReplyDeleteI got to he same bracket. Didn’t realize when I ordered it, that it was a 3/8 NMO. I ordered my antenna base from another source and it was a 3/4. It took some time, but I drilled out the bracket to 3/4.
ReplyDeleterugged radios illegally transmit on public service frequencies around the country. look up the list on the FCC ULS, if you are caught transmitting on one of these radios the fines are extremely steep. i'd highly encourage you to get a ham license or GMRS license (no test for GMRS) and stay legal.
ReplyDeleteWhat FCC license do you need for your radio? Rugged Radios seems to go out of their way not to share what bands they’re using, much less what license is necessary.
ReplyDeleteI don’t like all the antennas. I think there are combination intennas that will clean up the look of the Jeep
ReplyDeleteThat's exactly why I am going to spend some time talking about that on my next radio-related video. Most folks buying "race radios" as sold from Rugged Radios, end up using them illegally because they don't realize that amateur radio licenses are required, and that the frequencies pre-programmed have business licenses owned by govt and companies all around the US... so the frequency maybe legitimately used by Big Willy's Race Team at KOH, might also be the same frequency used by your local Police Dept... And if you are using their channel they'd probably not like it much. :-) I have a general class ham license, but really a technician license is what's needed, unless your are using GMRS, in which case you need a separate GMRS license, and of course a radio that can adhere to the maximum power regulations for them. It's really complicated (at first) and it doesn't help that it's so easy to buy radios without any understanding of what you are getting into. I'm going to try and simplify it as much as I can.... if all goes according to plan. :)
ReplyDeleteSorry you don't like it. :-)
ReplyDeleteIn all seriousness, though... it is possible to use the CB antenna to run AM/FM signal...but for me it's not worth the trouble (yet). It's not possible to combine the CB and UHF/VHF antenna (that I am aware of).
ReplyDeleteThanks. With the rack over my spare tire, my only option for relocating my antenna was a licence plate mount. I like this better. Did you grind off the powder-coat where the antenna attaches? And did you find it gave you a good ground in that location?
ReplyDeletePretty sure it’s a GMRS license, think I recall seeing that buried on their website somewhere.
ReplyDeleteo3djeeps [ OVERCLOCK3D Jeeps ] Can’t wait to see that come together. I’m curious about taking trail comms this direction, but there’s just so little info out there for laymen, it seems.
ReplyDeleteo3djeeps [ OVERCLOCK3D Jeeps ] Can’t wait to see that come together. I’m curious about taking trail comma this direction, but there’s just so little info out there for laymen, it seems.
ReplyDeletehey man enjoy the video's. Long time lurker, first time post-er. What hardware did you use to install your cb antenna? Looking to install mine in a similar location. Apologies if i missed that particular video.
ReplyDeleteo3djeeps [ OVERCLOCK3D Jeeps ] I doubt the FCC has the authority to do so, but I really wish they’d slap RR around. It’s clear they don’t want people to worry about licensing, just buy their gear and use it.
ReplyDeleteJohn Daily I’d say they’re pushing VHF/UHF down the road toward deregulation kinda like CB frequencies so many years ago.
ReplyDeleteI never really did a video on it. I just drilled a hole in the bumper, and used a spring mount.
ReplyDeleteYou might be able to see it in the Excessive Industries front bumper install video. I am not positive tho,.
ReplyDeleteWhy do you put the cb antenna on the front bumper? Just curious.
ReplyDeleteTMB Real Estate Photography less interference. Better ground plane. I have my hood grounded with strap....plus I use it as a garage height detector. Lol
ReplyDeleteTried that but it is too close to to metal window frame which will alter SWR and resident frequency of antenna. Be sure you check it before you burn up the finals in your radio.
ReplyDeleteI've been trying to find options to mount my antenna for my ham radio on my jeep. I'll be picking up one of these!
ReplyDeleteo3djeeps [ OVERCLOCK3D Jeeps ] I did that and my wife chewed my @$$ off. So now I'm going to separate them. Could barely get local stations.
ReplyDeleteHillbillybeemer WV yeah... I don't listen to am/fm often...but when I do it's because I need some local info... And I don't want a reception problem! :-)
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