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    Hello from N Central Texas

    Hello Kerry, welcome from Oklahoma.
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    What to get

    Wouldn't hurt at all, more capability is better.
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    What to get

    Ham radio is far more capable than anything else, however based on this statement below you want GMRS/FRS. For the below to work with ham radio you both would need to test and get licensed, with GMRS a single license covers your family. Mobile GMRS radios can have up to 50 watts and they work...
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    first timer questions

    Yes you need a front and rear receiver hitch, and the associated winch cradle that goes into the receiver hitch. You will also need to route power to the front and rear of the vehicle to be able to plug the winch in at either location.
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    New to GMRS. Possible to Buy Radios without CTSS Tones Enabled?

    Do you have examples of these radios that are "restricted" ? As mentioned most radios have CTCSS tones that can be enabled if desired but do not come that way. Some may have "extra" channels that already have CTCSS tones set, but the first 22 channels do not.
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    Off-road HAM etiquette on 2M

    I have both a Browning BR-180b dual band and a Larsen NMO150b. The Browning is a dual band but with the enclosed coil it does move around a bit. The Larsen NM150b 2m antenna is a 5/8 wave so it is longer but can bend.
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    Newbie in Arkansas

    Welcome from Oklahoma.
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    Handhelds or vehicle mounted

    GMRS is gaining popularity and is fine for vehicle to vehicle comms. I prefer a vehicle mounted radio and a handheld for a spotter or when I step out of the vehicle. This applies to GMRS or ham radio. Ham radio is not for everyone, especially those that just want a plug and play solution. Ham...
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    Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

    @Tribe-16 Welcome from Oklahoma. That is quite the wheeler you have there.
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    New member here

    Welcome from Oklahoma from a fellow XJer. Have a friend in Houston that owns a nice red XJ and hosts a podcast called the Jeep Talk Show if you need something Jeep related to listen to.
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    Midland 275 clicking

    I haven't heard that issue before, hopefully Midland support will take care of you. Love the very enthusiastic "You're Welcome!" at the end. lol
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    Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

    @Adam_964c98 Welcome from Central Oklahoma. A LS Fj80 sounds sweet!
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    Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

    @chau8238 Welcome from Oklahoma. Love the old school rigs.
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    Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

    Welcome from Oklahoma @Gotham2112 As you can tell, we are a very welcoming bunch. :laughing: