Search results for query: *

Forum search Google search

  1. Ravenkeeper

    Double towing?

    In CA, you have to have a CDL, your first trailer has to be a 5th wheel/Gooseneck, and then a tow-behind trailer behind that. BUT, watch your overall length/weight.
  2. Ravenkeeper

    What are you running for alarm/anti theft?

    One of my friends, in high school, had a "kill switch," under the seat, in his '76 Toyota pickup, that he and his dad rehab'd in the late 80s.
  3. Ravenkeeper

    Vehicle purchase in Nevada, Told tile can be had in California?

    How do you figure?
  4. Ravenkeeper

    Wanted CA 95321 Receiver hitch for 1983 FJ60

    Spent $50 on a universal hitch/receiver about 2 years ago, on CL. It's sitting in my garage, still, was going to install it on the front of my '15 Silverado, but now, I'm waiting for some cleared space in my garage to roll my '18 Silverado inside and install it. I may be up that way in the...
  5. Ravenkeeper

    Vehicle purchase in Nevada, Told tile can be had in California?

    All of the major city CA DMVs are PITAs. Depending on which part of CA you're in, Ridgecrest or Arvin would be your "easiest" visits. With/Without an appointment, I've been in/out of Ridgecrest's office within 20 minutes, DL work, tags, kids for their learner's permits, only visits more than...
  6. Ravenkeeper

    7 pin trailer plug

  7. Ravenkeeper

    CB/Ham radio question

    I originally bought a CB only SWR Meter, like this one. But since I couldn't find that one, I bought this one at a nearby truckstop.
  8. Ravenkeeper

    CB for trail rides

    The "good thing about CB" is "limited range?" Sounds more like a flaw than it does a benefit.
  9. Ravenkeeper

    Help newbie 1974 FJ40 coax cable antenna

    I've used the same replacement end before, and from what I remember, the outer braid is supposed to go on the outside of the first sleeve (over the smooth section and NOT over the threads) and pressed between it and the next sleeve, as you tighten them together.
  10. Ravenkeeper

    What 'mic' do you use and why do you like (or dislike) it?

    Actually, the Uniden Bearcat 980 is smaller.
  11. Ravenkeeper

    What 'mic' do you use and why do you like (or dislike) it?

    For the most part, I've used the stock mics that came with my radios. As long as the original still works, I won't replace it. The one time that I did replace a mic that had gone severely south, was "hot mic'd with a serious sequel," I bought a new mic that had "roger beep" in it. Don't...
  12. Ravenkeeper

    CB for trail rides

    I know that people have been running with the cheapest CB that they can find, and spend a little bit more on their antenna. I've been running a Uniden PC122XL (U/LSB) since that particular radio came out around 1991. When I have my setup up/kicking, I'm on the SBs often. But when the guys and...
  13. Ravenkeeper

    x

    For your hard-mount antenna, make sure that it sticks up at least 2' above the top of your vehicle. FireStik is great and easy to tune. FireStik makes 3', 4', 6', and 8' antennas. I use to run a cheap-o Realistic CB with a K40 antenna, until I purchased my Uniden PC122XL (CB+U/LSB). Tuning...
  14. Ravenkeeper

    Welcome to Veterans' Highway!

    I was born and raised in San Diego, California, and I was a Navy Brat. Lived in San Diego for almost 21 years, before I joined the United States Air Force, in February 1991. Besides Basic Training at Lackland AFB, and Tech School at Shepard AFB, I have been stationed at Cannon AFB (1991-1996)...
  15. Ravenkeeper

    CB radio help. High SWR readings

    As stated above, I would put the spring back in, but right on top of the mount. This would put a larger base against the mount bracket.
  16. Ravenkeeper

    CB radio help. High SWR readings

    As stated above, your antenna mount needs to be grounded to the chassis. (Number 1 cause to HIGH SWR is lack of ground plane, but an ungrounded mount just adds to it.) I would leave the spring in, Firestiks are pretty rigid and the lack of spring can damage the "internal workings" of the...
  17. Ravenkeeper

    My Ranger trailer...

    Have you thought about putting a 7-pin connector on it? Most 7-pins have a reverse line. Just a thought.
  18. Ravenkeeper

    Truck Bed Trailer Project

  19. Ravenkeeper

    Truck Bed Trailer Project

    So, not all frames droop? For the most part, it will be used for hauling whatever. Every couple years, I have a ton of. Sage brush to get rid of. As for the electric brake, I've seen it were someone installed a brake rotor to the driveshaft stub and install a device over it. The gas...
  20. Ravenkeeper

    Truck Bed Trailer Project

    I'm looking at starting a full-size (preferably Chevy) long bed pickup trailer project. I have found and looked at a few older trailers for cheap, to start with. I am looking for some help from all of you experienced builders. - Should I use the truck's chassis/frame? - Should I use a...
Back
Top Bottom