Started to scout mounting locations for my CB antenna.

I have 3’ Fire Stick (tunable) that I really like that I took off of my Tacoma before I sold it. I suppose I could switch to a wire whip antenna, but I already have a good antenna that is proven to work. I don’t want to mount it on the roof because I have covered parking and I like parking under it. Post-Lift even a hood/fender mount would make it just a few inches to tall. So far, the best location seems to be to bolt a mount plate to the top of the opening for the license plate. To keep the antenna cable from blocking view of the plate, I will need to put it as far as I can to one side. Not an issue really, although I do think I will need to stop by a truck stop and pick up a 90 degree adapater to make it a cleaner install and to help hide the cable.

Of course, the real trick is how to run the antenna cable through the door without cutting massive holes. I may end up being forced to cut the connector from one end, run the cable, then attach a new connector. Not difficult to do, but you need to take your time to do it right.

Now that I know where the antenna is going to be, it is time to head back out to the VX to see if I can find a cozy spot for the CB itself.