For RV installation, how did you mount the external antenna with the required ground plane? Did you drill a hole through your roof?
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Hi Quahog. I used the hole that the TV antenna runs through. Remove the rubber cover and the sealant and you should be able to get both cables through the hole. then get some good sealant from Loews or similar and sea; it up again. I then made a bracket and attached it to the TV antenna mount to holed the External Antenna.
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I ordered the truckers antenna, and clamped it to the slide with as much seperation a i could get.
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To mount the external antenna I used the existing TV antenna. I attached to the end of it thereby creating the ability to raise and lower it. I also fed the cable through in place of the old TV cable.
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I mounted it on the roof, didn't really worry about the required ground plane, don't think it makes a noticeable difference ......didn't have to drill a hole in the roof, ran the wire thru up thru the bathroom and thru the bathroom vent.....the booster was a really good investment, got internet service in camp where I couldn't even get cell phone service last year.....
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Yes, 3/4' hole in the roof. You could buy a NMO magnet mount antenna base from a ham radio supply store and it would work fine. But tree limbs can knock it off.
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I just made my own mounting bracket, and mounted the antenna to the camper ladder. I didn't want to drill any holes in my RV roof until I knew it worked. I just ran the antenna lead thru the door for a temporary use. I was shocked how well the Wilson Electronics booster worked. Works best if you can set your cell phone on the interior antenna, and use an earphone. I use the Plantronics voyager. I was camping at Cape Disappointment near Ilwaco Washington. Zero bars. With the Wilson booster, I was at 5 bars. All true.
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I have mine mounted outside now for better reception. I used a little silicone to mount it outside a window.
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Raise the antenna. Maybe purchase an external antenna and plug it into the antenna slot.
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On an RV, drill a hole, seal around the antenna, snake the wire down to the radio however you can find a path.
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I mounted mine to the side of my house. You do not have to ground the antenna.
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Concur with prior comment "Michael," who states put it in the best location available. In this case, the flat metal surface on your RV roof may serve as a ground plane if you mount it directly above your RV at least 1/4 wavelength (8'.) However, you may be surprised how well it works when attached to the side of your home (again, try for 8' or more above your roof line.) Always mount an antenna so if it falls, it will not touch power lines. As a rule of thumb, mast support/tie-downs every 10-12'. Always a good idea to use a surge/lightning suppressor and ground with at least a 5' copper rod. Concur with prior comment "Michael," who states put it in the best location available. In this case, the flat metal surface on your RV roof may serve as a ground plane if you mount it directly above your RV at least 1/4 wavelength (8'.) However, you may be surprised how well it works when attached to the side of your home (again, try for 8' or more above your roof line.) Always mount an antenna so if it falls, it will not touch power lines. As a rule of thumb, mast support/tie-downs every 10-12'. Always a good idea to use a surge/lightning suppressor and ground with at least a 5'... » Read More Concur with prior comment "Michael," who states put it in the best location available. In this case, the flat metal surface on your RV roof may serve as a ground plane if you mount it directly above your RV at least 1/4 wavelength (8'.) However, you may be surprised how well it works when attached to the side of your home (again, try for 8' or more above your roof line.) Always mount an antenna so if it falls, it will not touch power lines. As a rule of thumb, mast support/tie-downs every 10-12'. Always a good idea to use a surge/lightning suppressor and ground with at least a 5' copper rod. « Show Less
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If the antenna is being used at your home QTH, then a pl259 connector and RG8 cable will do. You will need to create a mounting platform with a ground plane of some type since you will not be using the car as a ground plane.
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It is glued to the outside of the window with a self adhesive already applied to the antenna mount...the inside portion is glued the same way...the advantage is no drilling holes, and it does work well. I installed it on my RV and went from only static to very clear reception...
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I Used a Satellite dish mast mount. It work just fine. the base can be adjusted to about any angle for roof mounting or can be used as a pole mount such a a 4x4.
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You need a wiring harness, mounting bracket and most likely an antenna harness too
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At Radio Shack, for about $12-$13, I bought a wire antenna,and an adaptor to connect it to the back of the radio. You have to "fool" with it to get it in the right location, but it tremendously improves reception.
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My brother is a radio guy. We used a meter with no issues. Of course, I used a metal mount and a flat braided ground wire. The antenna(Firestick) is 50% above the roof of my jeep.
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Place antenna on outside of vehicle as high as possible. Test position of glass mount prior to final install as explained in the install directions. When listening while parked, make sure antenna has clear view of southern sky (no large trees buildings in way).
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Yes, you adjust angle with allen wrench. Yes, a hole is needed through the mounting surface. Or, you need to make a flange as a mounting device and attach the antenna on the flange and the flange where you want it. The antenna mast has female threads and comes off the base with which has the antenna wire on it. The base has a male threaded 1" long bolt. This bolt has to go through a hole in the car metal to be mounted. That is how it is held in place.
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The best option for a fixed installation would be a solarcon A99. No ground radials or counterpoise needed. It's a great CB antenna. I am very pleased with mine. Look at reviews on the eham site to see what other people think of the antenna.
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As you view the receiver's component side toward you and the connector facing down, to your far lower left there is a coil and to the lower left of the coil is a small hole where the antenna is installed(soldered). I hope this helped. George Feder
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I could be mounted but I suspect the space between thermalpane glass would be a huge loss of signal to maybe no signal at all.......you will also see a few guys that have had the same problem as myself in trying to keep the antenna on the glass without falling off.....I tried 4 times, two different antennas and was eventually not successful ......I tried 3 different glues and scratch sanded the spot where the mount would be.......still no success....I don't know why there aren't more people having the same problem but the few I can see are a comfort to me.....With my past experience I would not take the chance on mounting this antenna on your RV....sorry bout that...............