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Old 02-18-2020, 08:42 PM #16
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We have Midland GXT1000s and they are pretty well built. Waterproof-ish and fairly compact. Great sound and easy to use.
I have also read great things about these handheld radios. However, the reason I was looking into the MXT275 was simply power. The handhelds have 5 Watts (although REI lists them only at 2 Watts) versus 15 watts. Apparently, from those way smarter than I on the subject 15 Watts does make a huge difference in range. Of course the ADVANTAGE of the handhelds is you can bring them with you while hiking.

The ideal set up for that reason of course would be to get both.

And yes, before anyone pipes in on FCC rules, I did apply for and pay my $70 for the GMRS license. ;-)
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I have also read great things about these handheld radios. However, the reason I was looking into the MXT275 was simply power. The handhelds have 5 Watts (although REI lists them only at 2 Watts) versus 15 watts. Apparently, from those way smarter than I on the subject 15 Watts does make a huge difference in range. Of course the ADVANTAGE of the handhelds is you can bring them with you while hiking.

The ideal set up for that reason of course would be to get both.

And yes, before anyone pipes in on FCC rules, I did apply for and pay my $70 for the GMRS license. ;-)
I hear ya. I’m looking at putting the MXT275 into ours as well...would like to have a decent “base” radio that’s powerful and the handhelds first out of the vehicle excursions.

I found the handhelds at Walmart for $65, so pretty reasonable.
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We installed our base unit under the center console. There's a complete install video over on our YouTube channel here: YouTube
I was actually impressed and inspired by your video. That's probably where I'll put mine. Not sure I'm going to worry about the extra USB port. I'm not above using a cubby space if I need to (I used the ashtray area in a 2nd gen for the CB I installed in it) but your idea doesn't take any visible space. I love keeping the interior clear of extra stuff as much as possible!
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I liked your installation, but I think I'm going to go more with the approach shown by @WanderlostOverland for the interior. However their antenna mount approach would not work for us yet (no steel rear bumper).

The top/roof-rack mount you used seemed like a good approach. Then I saw the price tag for the bracket.... Ouch... It seems odd to me that this bracket is only $18 less than the radio (after discount). Guess it's time to work on my metal fabrication skills :-).

Also, thanks to @GripT4R for his mention of the coupon code (usable directly with Midland). I hadn't run across that bit of info, and that was enough to get me to pull the trigger on this purchase.

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Mine is inside the center console.
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I installed mine under the center console just the right of the cup holder. I used velcro to attached it. the mic i ran a cat 7 cable to dash with female connector so I don't need to leave it attached all the time. I put this on bottom right of steering wheel as i had an open spot there. for my antenna, I installed it on my SDHQ ditch light bracket and it works great.
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I was actually impressed and inspired by your video. That's probably where I'll put mine. Not sure I'm going to worry about the extra USB port. I'm not above using a cubby space if I need to (I used the ashtray area in a 2nd gen for the CB I installed in it) but your idea doesn't take any visible space. I love keeping the interior clear of extra stuff as much as possible!
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I liked the way wanderlust overland did it but that is indeed overkill and it occurs to me the wire would still be in the way of your center cupholders and storage.

Ended up putting it under the dash, easily mounted and cant be seen. I fed the power to the rear passenger 12v under the mat. Scroll for video.

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I liked the way wanderlust overland did it but that is indeed overkill and it occurs to me the wire would still be in the way of your center cupholders and storage.

Ended up putting it under the dash, easily mounted and cant be seen. I fed the power to the rear passenger 12v under the mat. Scroll for video.

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Looks clean! May end up going this route!
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I am thinking the head unit can fit perfectly in the dash space right above the front cup holder.

Photos of your setup?
I just installed this last week.
I like that I can take the unit out easily and use it in other vehicles. I didn't need the Aux/USB port so I got a CAT5 extender so it looks a bit more finished.
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I just installed this last week.
I like that I can take the unit out easily and use it in other vehicles. I didn't need the Aux/USB port so I got a CAT5 extender so it looks a bit more finished.
Damn thats clean! nicely done!
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I installed one last summer. Certainly not as convienent to move as @Rogue_Runner77 .

I fastened the bracket above the OBD port. The plug I simply ran above the vents to the glove box and utilized the unused cig lighter. I fastened the handset cable to the edge near the vent so it stays out of the way, I like the discreteness. I can transfer it, less the antenna in ~5 mins. The location is really decent for hearing both speakers. Sh!tty cell phone pics below:
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In the process of installing my MXT275 I started working on the antenna mount. Because I have a Victory roof rack that uses 80/20 railing I decided to to create a mount that would attach to the side of a rail. It's attached using t-nuts, and the cable is routed through the back hatch and inside of the rubber wiring loom. The nice thing about the MXTA24 cable is that it has a small end that fits through spots that a standard UHF connector will not.

Had to get a couple of nylon washers and file the sides in order to get the spacing right. Without those, the center post of the mount is too high, and the antenna won't screw down all the way to the base.

Now to actually work on the interior... But at least things are functional.
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I put mine in the rear behind a custom panel and created a splitter that goes to a rear plug and one up front, so this allows me access to either connection for when we are sitting at the tailgate and running trails.
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I have been using this model for a few years. Works great. Mounted the antenna on Rago Fab hood ditch light bracket. I Used velcro on radio bracket and stuck it directly on carpet under driver seat. works great and has never moved. I was amazed how well it sticks to carpet.
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