ncburch22
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Finally got around to ordering a stand-alone GMRS radio. After using a handheld unit on trips and trails I figured I’d upgrade. Went with the Midland MXT115, 15watts. Mainly because it has a USB port for charging devices. The unit comes with a magnetic antenna, but I ordered an extended range antenna as well.
Radio will be mounted between drivers seat and console as its fairly small in size. It comes wired with a cigarette style 12v plug-in. By cutting the wire closest to plug you can splice hardwire for easy power tap. I’m mounting the NMO antenna to the Commet RS730 onto my rear ladder. I expect the install to be easy(fingers crossed). Simply running the antenna cable from the radio back.. photo is example of mounting location. The bracket is 1/2” for CB’s. Drilling the hole out to 3/4” to accommodate NMO size.
Radio will be mounted between drivers seat and console as its fairly small in size. It comes wired with a cigarette style 12v plug-in. By cutting the wire closest to plug you can splice hardwire for easy power tap. I’m mounting the NMO antenna to the Commet RS730 onto my rear ladder. I expect the install to be easy(fingers crossed). Simply running the antenna cable from the radio back.. photo is example of mounting location. The bracket is 1/2” for CB’s. Drilling the hole out to 3/4” to accommodate NMO size.