In dash CB's

[Beowulf]

The radio shack (model trc-502) dimensions are
4 1/4" wide
1 3/8" tall
6 1/2" deep

I believe (would need a pic) the RS is a rebadged Uniden 510 so the dimensions would be the same. The pic posted was a modified 510xl; pigtail mod.

-B-

 

[aim]

The Uniden did *NOT* fot in the ashtray of my '94. No reasonable amount of trimming would have hleped, it missed by a lot. The '94 and '92 ashtrays are identical. I am inclined to think that '95-97 is correct as far as CB in ashtray is concerned. I just ended up mounting a HAM radio under the steering wheel...

The first I saw this install was on Slee's site, which I just checked and his was a 95. Maybe Dan can comment on whether or not the ash trays are the same.

The radio shack (model trc-502) dimensions are

4 1/4" wide
1 3/8" tall
6 1/2" deep (includes antenna connector)

I think the Uniden is similar

 

[Tapage]

Thanks... unfortunatly the install is the only part that is still clean...

inevitable in real trail rig ..

 

[CreeperSleeper]

inevitable in real trail rig ..

That's the truth!

 

[shinny]

My next truck will get something along these lines....

http://www.mad4wd.com/tek9.asp?pg=products&specific=jmroppqnq

No worrying about DIN's anymore.

 

[SOCALFJ]

I heard the handhelds suck a$$ though.

Anyone run one?

 

[shinny]

It's not actually a true hand-held. It's a full radio with all the controls in the handset. It should work as well as a comparable dash unit. But, yeah, has anyone used one?

 

[Tapage]

That's the truth!

hey nice pic .. and nice front light .. ! no bumber !

 

[FirstToy]

I use the Midland

I have never used the batter/rubber ducky antenna (handheld configuration)

I use it as a in-truck cb. I have a Wilson whip it is connected to.
It works great.

The little ashtray cb looks slick tho. that looks like a really nice option.

 

[lockd-97]

It's not actually a true hand-held. It's a full radio with all the controls in the handset. It should work as well as a comparable dash unit. But, yeah, has anyone used one?

Yep, I've used both. Regular units have more power so they are obviously going to have better range. But, I've also used a Midland handheld on runs before and it's worked fine......as long as half your group isn't on one side of a pass and your on the other.

 

[alvarorb]

I had the Uniden 520 XL, it was OK. I find that my new Cobra is a lot better.

Regards

Alvaro

 

[Brentbba]

SC40 - the Uniden 510/520 WILL NOT fit in a '94. I have a '94 and a 520. Not even close. You'd have to remove the ashtray and trim out the area from the cig lighter as well for it to fit. Not worth it IMHO. I've got mine mounted right below the dash in the center. The pic gives you a good relative idea how big the CB is compared to the ashtray. I like it where it is, but getting ready to do what Alvaro has done with an Alpine head unit and the Cobra. Perfectly good factory head unit and Uniden 520 tuned will be going up for sale before long!