Looking to install FireStik in place of stock antenna..any idea what k

By InsuredByBeretta
October 12, 2016 in Audio, Electronics & Software

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Posted October 12, 2016

I want to replace the stock antenna on my hood with a Firestik so I can simultaneously use it for AM/FM and CB by using a splitter. Originally I was just looking for the best spot to mount an antenna, but stumbled on the splitter which I had no idea existed, and I think having it in the stock antenna location would be awesome. Has anyone fiddled around in that area? Aside from unscrewing the stock antenna, I have no idea what kind of work I would have to do in order to get this to come together. I assume I'd have to remove the stock mount, is that a lot of work?

I tried searching a bunch but it was just coming up with normal antenna installs, nothing like what I'm looking for.

Thanks!

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