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DeltaWhiskey 04-22-2020 08:39 AM
Gmrs radio
 
I picked up a Midland MXT275 gmrs radio and found it fits nicely in the console. I used the power outlet for power, and drilled a hole for the antenna. Works very well, made contacts at 17 and 25 miles away with the mxta26 +6db antenna
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Akkording 04-22-2020 10:43 AM
I like mine as well but never went that far for testing, good to know it works on repeaters at that range with the extended antenna.

SpeedyKevin 04-22-2020 11:31 AM
Looks great! Was considering installing mine under the dash on passenger side but this looks like a better idea. Thanks for sharing!

Akkording 04-22-2020 11:51 AM
Are you closing the center console door on the coil? does it close and stay shut?

Mine is in the glove box but not permanately fixed just Velcro down, so I can move it to other vehicles when needed, ghetto rig I know.

Phil Frames 04-22-2020 12:18 PM
I did the same with my box but ran switched constant power and extended the mic to a homemade port in the tiny dash cubby. It’s a great set up having all the controls on the mic.

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DeltaWhiskey 04-22-2020 01:35 PM
Gmrs radio
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Akkording (Post 3476984)
Are you closing the center console door on the coil? does it close and stay shut?

Mine is in the glove box but not permanately fixed just Velcro down, so I can move it to other vehicles when needed, ghetto rig I know.
Mine is Velcro as well for ease of removal and setup in a go box.

I actually used a dremel with a cylindrical grinding bit on the lid where the mic wire comes through between lid and console. The straight part before the coil is what comes through. I just leave the mic in the front cup holder currently.


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DeltaWhiskey 04-22-2020 01:39 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Phil Frames (Post 3477001)
I did the same with my box but ran switched constant power and extended the mic to a homemade port in the tiny dash cubby. It’s a great set up having all the controls on the mic.

https://www.toyota-4runner.org/membe...d228799f4.jpeg

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Nothing wrong with that! I agree , all controls on the mic was honestly why I chose that model [emoji106]


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sclui56 04-23-2020 12:31 AM
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Originally Posted by DeltaWhiskey (Post 3477053)
Nothing wrong with that! I agree , all controls on the mic was honestly why I chose that model [emoji106]


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Just got mine last week, still looking for mount + antenna. Are you using their 4R hood bracket? Does it still tilt forward or can it be easily bent back?

Charlievee 01-16-2021 04:38 PM
Trying to work a commo plan for the TuRD. GMRS is good for... A closed network? Are they used on the highway like CB radio in the olden days?

Jhalko 01-17-2021 11:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Charlievee (Post 3592533)
Trying to work a comment plan for the TuRD. GMRS is good for... A closed network? Are they used on the highway like CB radio in the olden days?
I use it in off-road groups and caravans on road. Has worked better for me than CB generally. Ive used both and gmrs is easier with good range. If you want to talk to truckers I suppose they still use CB. I occasionally got some entertainment on the CB but I’d rather listen to music.

shoong 06-07-2021 10:38 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Phil Frames (Post 3477001)
I did the same with my box but ran switched constant power and extended the mic to a homemade port in the tiny dash cubby. It’s a great set up having all the controls on the mic.

https://www.toyota-4runner.org/membe...d228799f4.jpeg

https://www.toyota-4runner.org/membe...546b86c96.jpeg
How did you make the homemade port? I just ordered the radio and I'm looking to do the same.

Kamalani Mahie 06-08-2021 01:46 AM
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Originally Posted by shoong (Post 3644926)
How did you make the homemade port? I just ordered the radio and I'm looking to do the same.
Just drill a hole in the back of that cubby and run an extension cable from the radio in the center console under the console to behind the dash and through the hole in the back of the cubby. Could probably do this without removing the entire center console by drilling some holes and tucking the extension cable under the sides of the console leading to the dash, but I pulled mine out when I did it.

shoong 06-08-2021 02:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Kamalani Mahie (Post 3644981)
Just drill a hole in the back of that cubby and run an extension cable from the radio in the center console under the console to behind the dash and through the hole in the back of the cubby. Could probably do this without removing the entire center console by drilling some holes and tucking the extension cable under the sides of the console leading to the dash, but I pulled mine out when I did it.
What is that insert/bracket that you have in that cubby that is holding it?

Kamalani Mahie 06-08-2021 04:35 AM
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Originally Posted by shoong (Post 3644986)
What is that insert/bracket that you have in that cubby that is holding it?
That's the mounting bracket for the radio. It comes with it.

HanginInUtah 06-08-2021 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Charlievee (Post 3592533)
Trying to work a comment plan for the TuRD. GMRS is good for... A closed network? Are they used on the highway like CB radio in the olden days?
GMRS is pretty affordable, and if you're going to be legal, the license is for a family and not an individual like HAM. Distance isn't quite what HAM is, but there are more and more repeaters popping up all over to help with that. Seems to be a better, clearer, and further reaching option over CB.

But none of this matters if you're going with a group that has something else. I haven't installed a mobile radio of any kind yet because of this. I do have my HAM license, and there are reasons I like HAM, but I have a couple of GMRS handhelds for going exploring with my kids. Only problem is distance with handhelds... not too far.


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