I've been trying to find a way to install a small cb radio so that it wouldn't be to noticeable. I found this video on youtue and kind of like the idea. They are using a 2011 Durango but the interior is very similar to the WK2. I was wondering if anyone here has had any experience with the Midland 75-822 Radio? My current radio (Uniden Pro 520XL) does not fit in the compartment in front of the shifter and I'd prefer to keep it tucked away. Thanks in advance for the input.
This would be the direction to take. The control module is usually hidden and out of the way, so the only thing you see if the mic, which is where all the user controls are housed, too. Lots of Wrangler guys use them for that reason. And it's a fairly inexpensive radio.
I have a Midland 75-822 installed on mine actually.
Rand the coax cable from the center console under the steering wheel, along the underside of the trim on the left side of the vehicle all the way back to the left gate. On my 2012 on the left side of the lift gate there is a rubber plug I cut a hole into (part 55177482aa) and ran the cable through.
I have a Rocky Road Outfitters roof rack (ski variant) that I mounted the antenna on. I can post pictures later when the sun comes up If I remember to check back.
Yes, pics of the antenna install would help. I park mine in the garage so height limits is a concern. I would like to keep it installed all the time but I could just remove the antenna as needed.
I'm using the midland in my JGC with an 8 inch stubby antenna that once tuned with an SWR meter works great for a 2-4 mile range. Which is all I need on the interstate or on the trail for comms within a group. Cost me $35 shipped with an extension cable routed from the lift gate tucked under trim to the center console.
I'm using the midland in my JGC with an 8 inch stubby antenna that once tuned with an SWR meter works great for a 2-4 mile range. Which is all I need on the interstate or on the trail for comms within a group. Cost me $35 shipped with an extension cable routed from the lift gate tucked under trim to the center console.
Sorry about the double post. Had WiFi issues yesterday
I have a Midland 75-820 which I have been happy with.
currently use with a mag mount antennae that doesn't work that well. Only use it when offroading so don't really want an antennae in the way all the time.
This is the antenna I'm using. Mag mounted and only 8" tall so I leave it on all the time. Works great in the 2-4 mile range once tuned with an SWR meter. Which is all I need on interstate or on the trail for comms between vehicles.
Only use mine when off roading or long trips. Have a hand held Cobra with a attachable magnetic mount. Since I only use it a few times a year, not worth my trouble finding a permanent mount.
This is what I did..
And removed the flip up in front of center console, and mounted and wired in radio there.
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Where did you get the antenna & mount? Can you share a shot of the radio install? Looks good. I really like the small 8" antenna posted by BigCat but I'd like to keep the cb antenna away from the stock antenna.
Where did you attach the other end of that blue ground wire?
Also, how well has the mount held up on the plastic of taillight? I see you have a short antenna but how much antenna weight and stress do you think it would support?
I was able to ground my mount to a screw located just a few inches below the tail light. I used a multimeter to check for continuity to the frame and battery for ground.
With a 3' firefly antenna I was able to get decent SWR from this location.
I also use a K40 magnet, on the roof, near the OEM antenna. I run the cable along the rear lift gate weather strip area, under the rear seat floor mat, and up into the center console. The coax cable easily fits in the side notch of the console. I leave it dangling inside the console when not using CB. When decide to use CB, it's the handheld Midland. I just connect the coax and plug it into the console power tap. The Midland has all the controls and guts in the handset, so there's nothing taking up the limited shelf space under the Nav screen.
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