CB Install for Moab

[nfpgasmask]

Nice. I actually like yours, Jolly. It looks like it fits in there nicely but sticks out a little? What model is that?

PB, do you just close the armrest over the radio wire?

Thanks - Bart

[pbkid]

PB, do you just close the armrest over the radio wire?

Thanks - Bart

yup, the side of the armrest doesnt actually close tight...its just fabric against fabric so it doesnt bother it to have the wire going through it...

[Jolly Roger VX'er]

Nice. I actually like yours, Jolly. It looks like it fits in there nicely but sticks out a little? What model is that?
- Bart

Thanks! It's a Cobra 18WXSTII and it's virtually the same length & width as our stock cd players...so you can simply use the mounting brackets from the cd player on the cb...real quick & painless mounting job...just got to wire it!

It also has a front speaker so is ideal for dash mounting...only lacks "PA" for those that want it. ("PA=public address" might be useful for warning people standing in the streets about the oncoming zombie horde..lol)

*It sticks out a little bit but how much depends on where you attach the cd-player brackets.

http://store.summitracing.com/partde...t=COB-18WXSTII

I got a better deal & bought it at the local Pilot Truckstop for $60:
http://www.pilottravelcenters.com/


Jack...I really like your set-up too...very nicely done!

[tomdietrying]

Jolly,
I like your antenia. What model is it, and could you post some pics of how it's mounted. Thanks.
Peace.
Tom

[mdwyer]

This might be kind of a thread-jack, but why haven't 4x4 people moved to FRS radios?

The biggest reason I can think of is the FRS requirement for fixed antennas: You aren't allowed to have an FRS radio with a detachable antenna. This would cut your range down quite a bit -- which is actually the intention of the law -- but how much range do you really need when wheeling?

[etlsport]

i have the cobra model with the handset controls.. works awesome.. eventually id like to put an overhead console in my vx, and use the space above the headliner between the visors to put the "guts" then just mount the plug for the mic flush in the overhead console for easy removal/installation, plus having it hanging from the ceiling would make me feel like a real trucker!

[pbkid]

This might be kind of a thread-jack, but why haven't 4x4 people moved to FRS radios?

The biggest reason I can think of is the FRS requirement for fixed antennas: You aren't allowed to have an FRS radio with a detachable antenna. This would cut your range down quite a bit -- which is actually the intention of the law -- but how much range do you really need when wheeling?

i dont know why they dont use FRS...some do use it actually..

maybe todd can chime in on that??

and actually i find it really helpful to have a long range antenna for my VX..

not only for wheeling but more for when im up in the mountains camping or exploring...

never know when your going to have an emergency and need to be able to contact rangers huh?

[Marlin]

I finished the CB today. I went to the RV store, asked if they had CBs, she said they had two different ones to pick from. Just so happened that one of them was the one I wanted!!! Here are the pics:

Thanks to everyone's ideas, I think I came up with a unique one. I kept all the guts inside the E-brake area.

[Riff Raff]

MARLIN--- That's the exact COBRA model I had recommended in my previous post on this thread!!! It looks totally awesome, and is perfect for the very cramped VX interior. In addition, you put the Mic/Handset in the best possible location just to the right of the steering wheel, so you can easily grab it with your right hand. Putting the "guts" in the center cubby (like Peanut Butter-Kid) is a great alternative to the normal under the seat installation. By far, that is the best CB unit model and installation job I have ever seen for the VX. The incredible modifications you continue to make to your VX continue to blow me away. You get a Gold Star!!! Well done, my friend, well done!!! Riff Raff

[Jolly Roger VX'er]

Jolly,
I like your antenia. What model is it, and could you post some pics of how it's mounted. Thanks.
Peace.
Tom

Thanks Tom! The antenna is a FireStik that I also bought at the Pilot Travel Center (truckstop) near where I live. It costs $24 and I bought the 4ft one. The spring is sold separately for like $8.

http://www.firestik.com/

http://www.firestik.com/CatalogFrame.htm

This is the best pic I have that might help with how it's mounted...if you want me to take a better (closer) pic..just ask! Also..you can see the "magnified" pic by clicking on it in my gallery. You can see the metal plate that comes with the antenna mount just to the left of the "half-moon" indentation. I ran the antenna lead through the door's wiring harness inside the rubber boot over by the hinges. I had to make a wedge out of some plastic to take out some of the angle as the rear door sheet-metal angles forward and thus causes the antenna to lean forward.



If that is not desired than you can mount it as you see Jack's lower down on the cladding..also check out Tonka's (Tonka) setup as his uses the same type of antenna and mount minus the spring:

[pbkid]

awesome marlin!! very well done...i definately dig it

please let me know where your external speaker ends up (if you get one)

and depending on what type of plug is on your CB (mine is a standard headphone size) you should be able to get a 3.5mm to 3.5mm wire and plug it directly into your radio for the audio to come through your stereo...

[Jolly Roger VX'er]

Hey pbkid....I think that putting your cb where you did instead of a dash related mount will shift the weight away from your front-end and quite possibly keep you from repeating what you did in your avatar pic...



.....which also means nobody there should have to grab their junk over your craziness!

[pbkid]

i think if i do something like that again and DONT roll....then im gonna retire the VX to a road only rig...

and get something that i CAN roll without crying...

i've reallly been thinking this is what im gonna do when i graduate anyhow...maybe an amigo with tera-low gears....solid axle front and rear...ARB bumpers and the top off full time!

[MSHardeman]

.....which also means nobody there should have to grab their junk over your craziness!

That's the best comment EVER!