2018 JLU with 2020 Airstream Bambi 16RB. Just posted for sale on RV Trader. Loved this great combo but must sell. More info and pics there, if anyone is interested.
I used a hybrid version from two suppliers. I loved the extension mirror holder but the mirror vibrated too much and needed constant adjustments. I removed the mirrors and attached the 5 inch convex mirrors. Had to raise the mirror with a short piece of aluminum tubing. Finally, I put a ss screw...
I got a piece of aluminum bar stock. had it powder coated then clamped in on to the tow hooks. It is a bit tricky to keep the bar from sliding backwards due to the hook inside slope, but doable with some patience. Had this on for 16 months with no issues. Good luck!
My tribander is a supergainer and too tall to get into the garage. I use the Diamond NR770HNMO dual bander with NMO mount. Works great! Just touches the tip when entering/departing the garage. Holding up well! Jim KJ7CEB
Here is mine. Airstream Bambi 16RB with a Blue Ox weight distribution hitch. GVWR of 3500# we tow it at around 3100#. Towed it from Phoenix to San Diego up a few 6% grades with no issues. Average 17.9 mpg on flat roads. Tows beautifully!
Thanks! Yep, this location solves the ground losses and capacitance coupling issues from installing it near the bumper. This also allows me to get in to the garage without any issues of clearance. Yeah, setting up WinLink nover HF next.
Yeah, the new position will definitely improve your xmt/rcv on CB. Have you considered just bolting it to the vertical surface that has two holes already there? The rear hole should give you plenty of strength for that mount and you won't have to worry about welding on two powder coated...
Well, with a 3" coil and 102" whip, 100w all mode Yaesu FT-891and decent band conditions, I expect to easily log many overseas DX QSOs. Just completed install today so still need to set up the tuning and will post results here. I briefly considered adding a snorkel intake at the top, just for...
Just completed my install of my HF Scorpion 680S antenna on the passenger side A-Pillar LED bracket I purchased from Quadratec. My rag top wouldn't allow rooftop mounting and anything around the bumper, license plate etc would significantly reduce its effectiveness with ground losses and...
I just put hook Velcro on the bottom. There easn't enough clearance when the rear passenger seat is lowered to do anything else. Seems to work well (unless I become inverted).
Also want to hear how you mounted the ATAS-120A antenna. I just completed the install of my Yaesu FT-891 under the rear passenger seat. Ran an RG223 coax cable through the drain hole by the passenger post and sealed it with some RTV. Ran the head unit to my dash. Looking at possibly using a...
Just completed a security mod to my cargo area from a single sheet of 3/4" plywood. Needed a secure place to keep my bug-out bag as well as ham radio gear and emergency response gear without having to worry about theft. Covered the exterior with black carpet, installed stainless hold downs...
I had to open the quarter panel to look into the double wall where the cable passes through. Took a long flat screwdriver and detached the passthru rubber grommet. You can then pull the existing cable out and attach the new connector cable. Once you feed it into the glove compartment area you...
After some research, I have come to the conclusion that hardening the 2018 JLU to prevent damage from an EMP or major solar flare is impractical if not impossible. Best option seems to be have spares on hand in an EMP-proof container to replace the fried components. Don't need full...