HAM/FRS/GMRS/CB Radio Install

ianmcall said:

Anyone out there installing a Radio?

Have a Baofeng UV-50X2 that I'd like to install in my GX. Debating where to mount the unit, mic, and antenna. Hard wire or just use the available 12v port?

KC3ARJ

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dhargus said:

I would be tempted to get a 2 piece unit like a Kenwood TM-D710As and mount the base under the drivers seat and mount the head unit on the console. Hardwire the base. Mag mount the antenna or use a Diamond clip mount to the rear hatch. Use a quality 2m/440 antenna like the Diamond or similar. But my GX is still on order so that is only a suggestion!

Dave K6DMH

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panda said:

Looking at doing somethin similar with a remote head, unfortunately mounting location seems to be a bit tight with either under the drivers seat or rear compartment in the boot. Have you had much luck installing underneath the driver's seat?

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JustinB said:

I’m going to try this with my ID-5100. It worked great on my FJ62. The tricky thing is where to mount the antenna. I have a Diamond lip mount which worked great clipped to the upper hatch on the 62. I’m a little hesitant to clip it to the GX.

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panda said:

Let us know how you go!

Had a look last week but it looks a bit too tight with the seat cable harness and some sort of plastic vent under the seat?

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cilles said:

What about the warning in the manuals that you should not install any kind of 2 way radio as it may interfere with the cars operation? They sound pretty serious about it but I can't believe that you cant' do such a thing.

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JustinB said:

Is that really in the manual?

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