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Re: OT,, CBs and antennas
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Posted by Rick(IA) on February 07, 2007 at 20:08:54 from (199.120.119.129):
In Reply to: OT,, CBs and antennas posted by ChadS on February 07, 2007 at 17:48:10:
Ditch the short antenna, get a 4' fiberglass stick, or a twin-trucker type antenna, or better yet a 108" whip, properly mounted. As suggested, set the SWR. Forget the echo mike. That will get you as good as it gets on CB. Five miles mobile-to-mobile is typical, maybe 10-15 if you're talking to a well equipped base station. If you need more range, get a business band setup for serious work, or study and get a ham ticket if you just want it for fun.
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