Radio mounting

[Flipper]

So what do you think would be better changing it or finding a way to improve the airflow

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Put a small computer cooling fan behind it, looks good in dash



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[dstock]

My current radio setup..subject to change of course! Btech GMRS V1 on a ram mount with custom bracket from a guy on Expedition Portal and a Uniden CB on a Quadratec JK mount, and yes full trucker with a gear keeper for the GMRS mic:

 

[hjason.hay]

I'm powered straight from the battery with a power pole connection under the glove box in the FJ. I used a single DIN cover plate I modified to hold the remote head of the Yaesu FT-857d. The radio and diplexer is currently under the passenger seat with the power cords running under the door seal covers. I'm using the Yaesu ATAS 120a antenna on a Boztech? NMO mount grounded to the rear door hinge bolt. The antenna tunes fine when changing bands. I'm pretty pleased with the results and happy to have HF mobile now.

I can add in power poles and connect other radios to the main battery supply as needed. I use an MFJ 6 way splitter for that.

For the AM/FM/CB I also have a diplexer that allows you to use a CB antenna as an FM antenna.

If I'm running APRS over the radio I usually just use the Yaesu VX-8 handheld or APRSDRIOD when there is cell coverage.

We have a big Ham radio group in my area that has been very good with helping me along the way. I would recommend anyone interested in communication to at least get their Technician license.

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[Dunco]

Had a play around with remounting never used the sunglasses holder and had a crack at making a housing for the centre console

 

[Kelso]

CB in the 'burb. Still wanting to install a 2m ham but haven't yet.
Still unsure where's best to mount the mic.