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I'm looking for a CB "compact" unit.  What brands and models would you recommend?

 

I wanted to have a PA switch too, so the units I am tending towards are

 

Cobra 19DX3:

 

- Digital Display

- Signal\Receive LED Meter

- Instant Emergency Channel 9

- Front Panel Mike

- Squelch

- PA Switch

 

 

19dx3.jpg

 

 

 

Uniden Pro-520XL:

 

- Compact Size

- Full 40 Channel Operation

- PA/CB Switch

- RF Gain

- ANL Switch

- S/RF Meter

- Instant Channel 9

- 4 Watts output

 

pro520xl.gif

 

 

 

Are there any other brands and models people would recommend?

chevy4x4trucks Senior Enthusiast

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I've got the cobra CB that you posted, it's a nice unit and works great, price isn't too bad either.

 

cobracb.jpg

 

My only complaint is the bulkiness of the mic that comes w/ it, but I guess it can be replaced cheaply.  I haven't hooked up a PA to it yet.

chevy4x4trucks Senior Enthusiast

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Badger:  Had to cut open the back of the CD holder to get it to fit, so unless you want to permanently modify your console I don't recommend it, but no problems w/ it rattling a nice tight fit.  It actually fits perfect where the remote tape or cd deck is above the cd holder.  I have it hardwired into the MBEC so it only operates while the truck is on and then there's no risk of forgetting it and draining the battery.  

 

Joe: I got mine at a yahoo shop and it was the best price I had seen for it at any online shop.  I think it was under 50 bucks and the 21" glass mount antenna wasn't too expensive either.  I'll try to find the link for you tomorrow when I get a few free minutes.

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cdnav8r

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What prices have you seen for those two?

Cheapest I've found so far are

 

Cobra 19DX3: $42 USD

Uniden Pro520XL: $49 USD

CMNTMXR81 Senior Enthusiast

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I've had Cobra's myself.  I think I've had both the 20+ and 19+.  Currently the 19+ is in the Tahoe.  I have a K40 50" whip up on the roof.

Kansas Kid Senior Enthusiast

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Hmmm, I guess my last post didn't show up.   ???

 

But what I wanted to know is, what is the approximate size of those two CB's?  I would like to put one in my truck, but there is not really a good spot, and space is limited.

chevy4x4trucks Senior Enthusiast

chevy4x4trucks

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http://www.electronicsoutpost.com/

 

^Here's where I got mine from ($42.00)

 

Kyle, here's the dimensions on it:

 

Unit Dimensions: 6" D x 4"W x 1-3/4" H

 

And here's the glass mount antenna that I got:

CB27

Glass Mount CB Antenna High Tech cellular look features a 21' collinear whip and coupler box pre-wired with 15' of RG58 cable

Price:  $19.00

cb27.jpg

CMNTMXR81 Senior Enthusiast

CMNTMXR81

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I had the glass mount like Jon posted on my Bravada and it actually worked REALLY good for it's size and load weight.  Still not as good as a huge whip, but if space outside is an issue or you don't wnat a big whip antenna, this may be the trick.

Kansas Kid Senior Enthusiast

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Kyle, here's the dimensions on it:

 

Unit Dimensions: 6" D x 4"W x 1-3/4" H

Well, I shouldn't have a problem finding space for that little of a radio.  I had no idea they were that small.  LOL

cdnav8r Enthusiast

cdnav8r

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And here's the glass mount antenna that I got:

chevy4x4trucks

 

For the antenna, I know I asked you about the cable length in another post, but I have another question.

 

I am thinking of mounting this on the back SIDE window.  I was wondering if you can tell me how secure the antenna is.  I am asking since I am concerned that branches may rip off the antenna if I mount it on the side of the truck rather than the rear of the truck.

chevy4x4trucks Senior Enthusiast

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Yeah, it's very secure, mines on my back window, but I think it would take quite a bit to yank it off and if you're going through somewhere were you know it will be put in jeapordy (like a car wash) the antenna spins off the base.  I'd highly recommend it.  I get the same reception as all of my friends do and they've got really big whips on there cars.

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