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Originally Posted by IndianDoc
Hamm units can be set up as repeaters for a handheld but require a liscense to leagaly operate. A CB would proabably do most everything else you needed in an emergency and there is nearly always someone on 19 to assist in a true emergency. small unit with a small ant. would work fine.
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That may be true on the eastcoast where you guys are packed together like sardines  but out here in the west the average CB won't do much for emergency help when the next rig is 50+ miles away. In eastern Oregon we have counties reminiscent of the Australian Outback where CB's short range will leave you feeling pretty lonely. With a ham technician license you can use repeaters and broadcast in simplex with 200w in the VHF band and 50w in the UHF band.
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Flyingdog5000
1999 UJZ100, ARB Combo, OME Medium Suspension, Goodyear MT/Rs
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