i would like to know the best spot to mount a cb antenna.
where would i get the best signal. and how to mount it (if its not a magnet mount) or if someone could recomend a kit or a certain antenna.
-thanks

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1999 ranger 4x4 supercab, 4.0L
-3 inch PA body lift
-16 inch pro comp alloys
-33x11.50 BFG all terrain
-Go Rihno roll bar with 4 KC Daylighter lights
-weston bull bar
-dual exhaust,
-air box mod, tightend throttle cable.

so the best place to mount would be the center of the roof of the cab. that way the ground plane is as close to equal as you can get. second is i recomend a magnet mount wilson 1000. its one of the best rated mobile antenna's out there. and if you go magnet, you have the option of taking it with you when you move to the next veh. or secure it at night. i wouldnt leave it on overnight even if it was hard mounted, they just unscrew and the local kids around here made off with one already. you dont lose too much in the difference between magnet and permanent. at least not enough to be too noticeable, unless your running a 1k linear, you wont notice the difference.

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1991 extracab 2wd,full cage front to back,camburg suspension,sway away coilovers,fiberglass bedsides
,fiberglass onepiece front,33 inch tires,4.56 geared 9 inch,3.0 motor w/5 speed(soon 5.0 and c4),corbeau suspension seats,4 point harness,fuel cell,custom dash,almost 1k lbs lighter than stock,NO LICENSE PLATES!!!!!

The best antenna location would be roof mount towards the bed with a permanently mounted Wilson 1000. I for one am not drilling my roof so I am looking for alternatives.

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99 Ford Ranger XLT Styleside Supercab 4x4 4 liter V6 5 speed manual. 3" PA Bodylift with Readylift leveling kit. Rancho Shocks, 32x11.50x15 BF Goodrich Mud Terrain KM2s on MB V-drive wheels. Westin Chrome nerf bars, custom tail light assembly. JVC KW-NT1, 4 Rockford 5x7's, Three Kicker Comp C-10 Rockford Fosgate P1000-1bd Amp. Autopage 2-way 4 channel alarm. Model RF-425. Update! New Clutch $1200!!! Sheesh!

Although a magnetic mount Wilson is good cause in order for someone to reach mine they'd set off my alarm lol!

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99 Ford Ranger XLT Styleside Supercab 4x4 4 liter V6 5 speed manual. 3" PA Bodylift with Readylift leveling kit. Rancho Shocks, 32x11.50x15 BF Goodrich Mud Terrain KM2s on MB V-drive wheels. Westin Chrome nerf bars, custom tail light assembly. JVC KW-NT1, 4 Rockford 5x7's, Three Kicker Comp C-10 Rockford Fosgate P1000-1bd Amp. Autopage 2-way 4 channel alarm. Model RF-425. Update! New Clutch $1200!!! Sheesh!

May I suggest a Ranger RCI 2950 radio.

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99 Ford Ranger XLT Styleside Supercab 4x4 4 liter V6 5 speed manual. 3" PA Bodylift with Readylift leveling kit. Rancho Shocks, 32x11.50x15 BF Goodrich Mud Terrain KM2s on MB V-drive wheels. Westin Chrome nerf bars, custom tail light assembly. JVC KW-NT1, 4 Rockford 5x7's, Three Kicker Comp C-10 Rockford Fosgate P1000-1bd Amp. Autopage 2-way 4 channel alarm. Model RF-425. Update! New Clutch $1200!!! Sheesh!

already have a cobra 19dxiv and cobra magnet mount antenna, was just wondering if there is a better antenna and a better place to mount it

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1999 ranger 4x4 supercab, 4.0L
-3 inch PA body lift
-16 inch pro comp alloys
-33x11.50 BFG all terrain
-Go Rihno roll bar with 4 KC Daylighter lights
-weston bull bar
-dual exhaust,
-air box mod, tightend throttle cable.

are you having problems stuck in the "mud"? if your not "getting out" have you tried "matching" the antenna to the radio/car. this usually involves trimming a very small portion of the antenna- no more than a sliver each time. it also requires a gauge to read the signal when you transimt. a 1 to 1 ratio is the best you can get but i have seen a couple that are below that. It takes a skilled individual with experience. usually a truck stop cb shop can help with this. if your going to try this yourself, i could explain it, but unless you have done it before i wouldnt reccomend it.

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"Let me try it again! I think i can get another 10 feet of air!"


MODS=
1991 extracab 2wd,full cage front to back,camburg suspension,sway away coilovers,fiberglass bedsides
,fiberglass onepiece front,33 inch tires,4.56 geared 9 inch,3.0 motor w/5 speed(soon 5.0 and c4),corbeau suspension seats,4 point harness,fuel cell,custom dash,almost 1k lbs lighter than stock,NO LICENSE PLATES!!!!!

Alon makes a CB antenna mount that mounts where the tailgate latches on...i think this is a good idea:

CLICK ME!!!!!

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over priced if you ask me. $30 for a piece of bent metal that i can make? no offense or anything but no thanks. i've got mine mounted on the side of the toolbox but i dont think thats what you're looking for.

but here's pics anyway since i love whoring.. best shots i've got.

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2001 Ford Ranger Supercab (4dr), Oxford White, 4.0 Sohc, 4x4, Manual trans (hurst equipped), 4:10's, 3" body lift.

Not to steal from Alon's sales or anything, but yes you are correct and anyone can make these with a little heat applied and a drill. its just an idea for the OP.

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if you are having trouble finding a mount just get a mirror mount one and take the back side off of it and mount it to the bed or where ever you want to mount it. thats wat i did and i havnt had a problem with it

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Muddin in the ranger, killin ricers in the f350

95 ford ranger 3.0 v6 side step 5 speed 4x4
mods: 6" bds sus lift, 33x12.5r15 bfg km2, expo OHC/expo power seats, full length expo console, 2 1/2" flowmaster super 44 cat back, 4 procomp 5" offroad lights, clear headlights and turn signals, 6k hid kit, 25% tint (fronts)

PNW CREW

No problem... I have had many people try and make their own and then the end up buying mine anyways after getting fed up with theirs not coming out right. I don't mind if people make their own.

I also know that the mount is not for everyone. I made it specifically for people with shells or bed covers who needed an easy place to mount the antenna.

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im diggin the "to punish and enslave" on your truck

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Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity."
General Geroge S Patton
2007 3.0
automatic trans, 4.10s with L/S
ported and polished TB
4brand new speakers with inslation in doors
smoked tail lights
20%tint on driver and passenger windows
5% tint on back window

Firestik stake hole mount, Firestik quick disconnect. I now have a K40 Flexy whip 4 foot

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looks better than slamming the tailgate closed on the coax every time.