2M/CB antenna mounting, anything clever?

[cruiseroutfit]

The next big phase on my 200 is electrical and comms and I'm torn in antenna mounting for the 2M & CB. On the bulk of my previous installs, I've done fender mount NMO setups and I've been happy with them for the most part, no complaints really. But should I consider something different? Is anyone making a rear hatch compatible NMO mount?

 

[Romer]

Kurt I sued the following to mount my Ham Antenna

For the CB I went to a truck stop and bought a windshield arm mount and used half of it. Two bolts fit perfectly in the ARB tire carrier. I grinded to bare metal in one hole so there would be good metal to metal contact for grounding. I also took a jig saw and cut the front rounded edge off so it wouldn't hit the tailgate when closing the rear bumper. I would take off a bit more than is shown in the pick. I also add a piece of rubber where I trimmed it (not shown) to provide a cushion in case of contact

 

[cruiseroutfit]

Thanks Ken, those are clean solutions.

 

[ethernectar]

I'm going with a magnetic mount for now. Possibly change that up when bumpers happen. @cruiseroutfit - definitely following your build!

 

[BTUMAN]

Kurt I sued the following to mount my Ham Antenna

For the CB I went to a truck stop and bought a windshield arm mount and used half of it. Two bolts fit perfectly in the ARB tire carrier. I grinded to bare metal in one hole so there would be good metal to metal contact for grounding. I also took a jig saw and cut the front rounded edge off so it wouldn't hit the tailgate when closing the rear bumper. I would take off a bit more than is shown in the pick. I also add a piece of rubber where I trimmed it (not shown) to provide a cushion in case of contact

On the Ham mount- I like it. What 2m antenna would you recommend for a dual band? What is the total height? I'd like to keep it under 7 ft. I plan to connect a HT to this while in vehicle. I don't have my licence yet, but wanted to get things set up.

 

[Romer]

On the Ham mount- I like it. What 2m antenna would you recommend for a dual band? What is the total height? I'd like to keep it under 7 ft. I plan to connect a HT to this while in vehicle. I don't have my licence yet, but wanted to get things set up.

I don't know if it is the best. At the time I needed to fold my antenna over so it didnt hit the garage. I use this one and it has served me well

COMET-NCG SBB-5NMO COMET-NCG SBB5NMO Antenna Mobile Dual Band 2m-70cm