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Originally Posted by NLXTACY
I am about to order the 3' Firestik but I noticed some options, for the complete CB newb, which of the firestiks do you recommend AND how to mount them on an externally stock truck? I have seen some cool mounts that fit between the hood and the fender but no idea what was used. Back bumper is ok too if I knew what other 80 owners used.
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Here is WalcottCB's page with a list of hood-channel mounts:
WalcottCB.com: Hood/Fender/Door Groove -
The Firestik II with the tunable tip is fantastic. I love my 3' one - has plenty of reach and fits in my garage (it's mounted on my front bumper:
Make sure whatever you order that you get a spring and a good Coax cable - this is imperative for a good setup. I just buy the Firestik kit as it comes with great directions... This kit may actually work for you - includes the hood groove mount and coax - just add a spring to your order as well and you should be all set to go. I don't know if this hood mount would fit our trucks but I've seen a similar one used.
Firestik MK174 - Hood Groove Mini Kit
Also, DO NOT USE YOUR RADIO UNTIL YOU HAVE TUNED IT! You can damage the radio! PM me if you wanna work out a time that you can stop by my place and we can tune your antenna (EDIT - I know this sounds gross... but I should have clarified and said your "CB" antenna lol) - I've got an SWR meter and we can get it all set up for you. Set it and forget it!
-Phil