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Old 12-11-2017, 12:53 AM #31
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I'll jump on this resurrection bandwagon, lol, band-wagon, get it? nvm.

What else fits in that space? Anybody ever done switches there? I've got my yaesu otherwise mounted so no need for a CB.. I'm always interested in clean switch locations though.
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The ScanGauge II looks to fit pretty well in that spot actually, with some minor trimming. I plan to construct an aluminum bracket for it that will mount to the top or ceiling of that void, and angles the SC2 upward for better viewing. That will still leave much the space available for other purposes.
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Wow, I had no idea. Thanks much for sharing.

Might you know if the SC2 is angled a bit upward, or can be?
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Wow, I had no idea. Thanks much for sharing.

Might you know if the SC2 is angled a bit upward, or can be?
From the looks of it, no. The guy that owns/ operates Paranoid Fab can make customizations (to an extent), so that may be a possibility. I just wanted to link his product since it was already available on the market. I had him customize one of his 6 switch panels to only be a 4 panel with no cutouts on the ends so I could mount some Ram Mount bases for phone & handheld Ham holders. Worth asking for your application, although I’m not sure if it’s feesable with his SGII mount design.
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From the looks of it, no. The guy that owns/ operates Paranoid Fab can make customizations (to an extent), so that may be a possibility. I just wanted to link his product since it was already available on the market. I had him customize one of his 6 switch panels to only be a 4 panel with no cutouts on the ends so I could mount some Ram Mount bases for phone & handheld Ham holders. Worth asking for your application, although I’m not sure if it’s feesable with his SGII mount design.
Sending him an email now. Thanks again.
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Sending him an email now. Thanks again.
I was looking into that for my scangauge. But I feel like the best spot for it is behind the steering wheel. Just ideal for your eyes to quickly glance there rather the. Down at the ash tray.
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I was looking into that for my scangauge. But I feel like the best spot for it is behind the steering wheel. Just ideal for your eyes to quickly glance there rather the. Down at the ash tray.
I have the SC2 in almost the same position on another car, so I am used to it being there; so I'm working off that...

I guess I don't see it all that different than looking in that vicinity to adjust the climate control, check the outside temp, fiddle with the tunes, view GPS, etc.

Shane at Paranoid said that it is angled upward slightly and it can be tweaked too. He'll ship later today...
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This is excellent, thank you very much! And it's a super reasonable price. Now I just need a need for a 4th switch, hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm...
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The ScanGauge II looks to fit pretty well in that spot actually, with some minor trimming. I plan to construct an aluminum bracket for it that will mount to the top or ceiling of that void, and angles the SC2 upward for better viewing. That will still leave much the space available for other purposes.

I'm also a ham, and have several Kenwood TM-V71As. I plan to put one in the Runner. I'll probably mount the body out-of-sight, like under a seat, then the face somewhere easily accessible/visible...
I haven't put too much consideration into an SC, is it really useful or just another fancy doohickey to have?

I did the same with the Yaesu; body and speaker under the driver seat and the face is mounted via ram mount below the head unit.
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I haven't put too much consideration into an SC, is it really useful or just another fancy doohickey to have?

I did the same with the Yaesu; body and speaker under the driver seat and the face is mounted via ram mount below the head unit.
I have used it to read and reset codes on other vehicles. Nice to have that capability onboard. It also offers "gauges" for real-time monitoring. I have mine currently revealing three temps (IAT, coolant and ATF) and average fuel economy. I have voltage displayed on a USB/cigarette lighter...

Positioned under the seat, do you hear the speaker well enough? I plan to have two external speakers. I'll be installing aftermarket seat soon, so I'll likely use that time to fab something...
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I have used it to read and reset codes on other vehicles. Nice to have that capability onboard. It also offers "gauges" for real-time monitoring. I have mine currently revealing three temps (IAT, coolant and ATF) and average fuel economy. I have voltage displayed on a USB/cigarette lighter...

Positioned under the seat, do you hear the speaker well enough? I plan to have two external speakers. I'll be installing aftermarket seat soon, so I'll likely use that time to fab something...
Coolant and ATF temps are nice to see... As for the speaker, yes and no.. I like the windows down and music playing while I'm out but as you can imagine, that is not very conducive to radio listening...
If it weren't for all of the excessive ambient noise then it would be perfect. The speaker I have (Yaesu external) does a great job but it lacks the punch I really need. I actually just ordered a cheap-o amplified uniden last night, we'll see if that one can make it happen!
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A CB may be my next purchase/tech project. Any advice for a novice?
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Thanks to Tony for a link to research

I have an amazon cart loaded with CB goodies and would love some feedback from those with CBs
I will use the ashtray location as it's just a quarter-having area for me, I can relocate those Lol

Here is what's in my cart
Cobra 19ULTRAIII 40 Channel Compact CB Radio with Illuminated Display Canadian Compliant

Firestik SS-174 Stainless Steel Hood/Trunk Channel Mount

18' RG-58A/U Coaxial Cable With Pl-259 Connectors

Firestik SS-3H Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Antenna Spring

FireStik FL3-B Three Foot FireFly Antenna With Tuneable Tip

I went with the shorter antenna due to covered parking garages, but I could go with a longer one and just remove it when not in use.

Also, the CB has a PA output option, so maybe a speaker behind the grille?
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Interested in the answers as I'm also looking at a cb setup.
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Very cool info, as I'm looking into CB's myself, and know less-than-nothing about 'em.

I'd be more into myself and a few friends getting them for emerg comm's.

Looking at a CB with SSB for extended range? Is this the better move as myself and friends are 30-40 miles from each other? For example this one on ebay?

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