you can get GMRS mobile radios too. 50w with a 10 year licence soon to be only $35. then you can use repeaters and talk anywhere in the US if you have internet or our local repeater covers 60 miles.
Thanks! I actually have videos all each of those things you're interested in check my channel for the videos - maximus 3 stinger bar, JW speaker lights, warn Evo winch, Cascadia flipster license plate bracket. All great stuff 👍
Any updates on how its working now .any update video would be appreciated.and Midland just came out with a mxt 575 same design but for GMRS and you can use 50 watts.
the ground cable is wrong lol. The bolt is positive or center of the cable , check you swr. PUT THAT GROUND CABLE AT THE MOUNTING BRAKET BOLTS.and you need ground the gate to the body
the only problem i have with mine is the speaker sucks and if the volume is all the way up it will back feed into the mic on transmit. Ill be hooking up a external speaker.
THERE ARE SO MANY VIDEOS saying CB is junk. Hey, CB works for me. I swear its a conspiracy to push people to buy more expensive GMRS radios and those rugged radios. Especially when out on a group ride, CBs still work great. Who the hell wants to spend over $1k for a fancy radio?
@@RubiconUnlimited they are sending a replacement eventually. It took time to get the first one. Maybe a Covid issue but if you look for this radio online it is sold out all over.
@@RubiconUnlimited just checked, it’ll be here the 22nd. So there’s that. I already had a President Bill on order for one of my other vehicle, so I may use that until then.
Nice review. I was thinking about upgrading to this CB. If I do I’ll use your link. I love CB. Grew up with it. I also have a Midland GMRS hardwired into my 4runner. Best part is with GMRS the handhelds are fairly inexpensive and very good radios. While camping as a family we use handhelds with the 4Runner as the base. Plus if we go out with friends who don’t have coms we toss them one. Best and awesome rig!
Thanks so much, loving it so far! I did want to get a Midland gmrs mounted in the rig.. except you can't in Canada, very disappointing and silly. They only allow low powered gmrs here unfortunately or else I'd do the same!
OK, so you've had the unit for a while, what has the reception and distance been like on the radio or are you giving that up for the convenience of the unit not taking up space
Sorry I didn't film that part, there are guides on how to remove that section of the dashboard online. You can use wire taps to splice into the individual wires
I can tell you didn't check your work with an SWR meter because you shorted the hot side of your antenna to ground where you bolted that extra ground wire. Take the firering apart and look at what that bolt attaches to... The antenna and center conductor of the coax. Your going to have no performance with the antenna dead shorted like that and will probably end up damaging the radio. Good day
I would check the SWR with no extra ground lead at all. If you get good readings then there is no need to add extra stuff. If you can't get the antenna system to tune THEN start playing with grounds. It's always good practice to test the the antenna with an ohm meter before transmitting in to it. On the antenna connector that goes to the radio test between the center pin and the metal shield. Should be infinite. Then check between the center pin and body ground. Should be infinite. Then check between the metal shield and car body. Should be zero ohms if the mount is grounded good. But like I said above if the SWR is good then don't go chasing problems that don't exist. For extra test if you can make the meter leads reach check between the center pin on the antenna connector at the radio and the antenna it self at the chrome base spring. Should be zero ohms. CB's will talk to each other when your feet apart on the road even with a shorted antenna but it aint good. Would hate to see you burn up such a nice radio. Be well
@@RubiconUnlimitedNo problem. And for FYI here is Firestick's tech doc on the Firering installation. Great product you just have to be careful on the setup. www.firestik.com/Tech_Docs/mkfr-instl_nohook.htm
The 2 ft. Firestick although good quality, you would do better with 36" to 46". Antenna and mount even with the Roofline. Behind a car/truck body attenuates your signal and increases SWR.
First, don't expect great range with an antenna that small, second, make sure your SWR is nice and low, the lower your SWR, the more power is actually exiting the antenna. If you still can't get one, try going to a high area around you like a mountain top or something. A nice clear line of sight will help you in making contacts. Or just drive on a busy highway with lots of truckers.
Is the microphone jack a standard cat 5 or 6 twisted pair, so I might be able to mount the unit behind the rear seat and run a twisted pair extension to the dashboard?
this was a great video, I have been trying to figure out a place to install one on my jeep for several years ( believe that or not ) and all the places that I have looked at just was in the way or inconvinite to reach, I have been using my unidan moving from one place to another so mow your idea sold me on another radio so I will ne ordering what you have and mount mine the same way. I will use the one I now have as a base. I don't want to put holes in my Rubicon.
How has this unit been holding up I'm looking into getting one myself but have started seeing a lot of bad reviews stating it gets stuck in transmit and overheats the unit. Have you had any problems
I did send it in for repairs for that very reason and has been great ever since. I have a feeling they had a bad batch go out early on. Been working as intended now
When you are ready to jump
To GMRS check out the midland MTX275
I've been ready. But they aren't allowed in Canada 😂😂🤷
How is it still doing ?
Do you have a video on how to tune the CB
Sorry I don't but there are many on TH-cam that do a great job
you can get GMRS mobile radios too. 50w with a 10 year licence soon to be only $35. then you can use repeaters and talk anywhere in the US if you have internet or our local repeater covers 60 miles.
From what I've researched, we do not have any high powered gmrs in cab radios in Canada. Only hand held frs... lame!
@@RubiconUnlimited o Canada. ya I wouldn't know about that.
enjoyed the video. can you please tell me what you have done to the front…bar, lights, winch, license plate etc. Looks great.
Thanks! I actually have videos all each of those things you're interested in check my channel for the videos - maximus 3 stinger bar, JW speaker lights, warn Evo winch, Cascadia flipster license plate bracket. All great stuff 👍
Nice videos. Where did you get your spare tire fuel cell? I can't find one like that. Thanks
Check out rotopax
I’m having issues with my cmx760. I can’t transmit it all. What can be the issue?
Rubicon, what a name, Lol...
Any updates on how its working now .any update video would be appreciated.and Midland just came out with a mxt 575 same design but for GMRS and you can use 50 watts.
What is brand of CB Mic Mount could not hear the name ?
the ground cable is wrong lol. The bolt is positive or center of the cable , check you swr. PUT THAT GROUND CABLE AT THE MOUNTING BRAKET BOLTS.and you need ground the gate to the body
Thanks! I have since adjusted this as per the above comment, looks more like this now www.firestik.com/images/fr-instl.jpg
the only problem i have with mine is the speaker sucks and if the volume is all the way up it will back feed into the mic on transmit. Ill be hooking up a external speaker.
THERE ARE SO MANY VIDEOS saying CB is junk. Hey, CB works for me. I swear its a conspiracy to push people to buy more expensive GMRS radios and those rugged radios. Especially when out on a group ride, CBs still work great. Who the hell wants to spend over $1k for a fancy radio?
I ordered one of these through Amazon. The transmit button was shot. It just beeped at me. I had to send it back for a replacement.
Did they get you sorted out??
@@RubiconUnlimited they are sending a replacement eventually. It took time to get the first one. Maybe a Covid issue but if you look for this radio online it is sold out all over.
@@gawgspates6940 wow thats super inconvenient! I hope it comes sooner rather than later
@@RubiconUnlimited just checked, it’ll be here the 22nd. So there’s that. I already had a President Bill on order for one of my other vehicle, so I may use that until then.
@@gawgspates6940 oh that's not bad, hopefully this one works for you!
Nice review. I was thinking about upgrading to this CB. If I do I’ll use your link. I love CB. Grew up with it.
I also have a Midland GMRS hardwired into my 4runner. Best part is with GMRS the handhelds are fairly inexpensive and very good radios. While camping as a family we use handhelds with the 4Runner as the base. Plus if we go out with friends who don’t have coms we toss them one.
Best and awesome rig!
Thanks so much, loving it so far! I did want to get a Midland gmrs mounted in the rig.. except you can't in Canada, very disappointing and silly. They only allow low powered gmrs here unfortunately or else I'd do the same!
we arnt talking G M R S we are TALKING GO OLD CB radio's from the 60's
I had one that is how I cut my teath on got over mike shock fast
Nice!
Thanks man!
Where did you buy the cmx760? Everywhere I check they are on back order.
It was amazon for me
@@RubiconUnlimited Thank you. I've tried them and numerous other sources, and they all seem to be on back order. I'll keep looking. Thanks again.
No problem, good luck!
Nice setup! Great video. Jeep on!!!!!
You too man! Thanks for watching
OK, so you've had the unit for a while, what has the reception and distance been like on the radio or are you giving that up for the convenience of the unit not taking up space
So far i haven't had any issues with distance on the trails. But with that being said, the crew usually stays fairly tight together
@@RubiconUnlimited like the others that have replied this was a great video and I give it a thumbs up, and thanks for the quick response
No problem! Thanks for watching
How/where did you mount it behind the glove box? I couldn't tell watching your video.
Hey thanks for this video. Hope to see ya around town, I will CB radio you later!
✌️Roger that
Its neat because it's FREE after you buy one.
Do you have any pictures or video of how you accessed the cigarette lighter and spliced the wiring into it?
Sorry I didn't film that part, there are guides on how to remove that section of the dashboard online. You can use wire taps to splice into the individual wires
Cool
I can tell you didn't check your work with an SWR meter because you shorted the hot side of your antenna to ground where you bolted that extra ground wire.
Take the firering apart and look at what that bolt attaches to... The antenna and center conductor of the coax.
Your going to have no performance with the antenna dead shorted like that and will probably end up damaging the radio.
Good day
I did test it and all is well. There is also an insulator bushing in the fire ring. Are you suggesting I move the ground wire?
I would check the SWR with no extra ground lead at all. If you get good readings then there is no need to add extra stuff. If you can't get the antenna system to tune THEN start playing with grounds.
It's always good practice to test the the antenna with an ohm meter before transmitting in to it.
On the antenna connector that goes to the radio test between the center pin and the metal shield. Should be infinite.
Then check between the center pin and body ground. Should be infinite.
Then check between the metal shield and car body. Should be zero ohms if the mount is grounded good. But like I said above if the SWR is good then don't go chasing problems that don't exist.
For extra test if you can make the meter leads reach check between the center pin on the antenna connector at the radio and the antenna it self at the chrome base spring. Should be zero ohms.
CB's will talk to each other when your feet apart on the road even with a shorted antenna but it aint good. Would hate to see you burn up such a nice radio.
Be well
Thanks for all this useful knowledge! I'll look into this and hope this comment helps anyone with issues
@@RubiconUnlimitedNo problem. And for FYI here is Firestick's tech doc on the Firering installation. Great product you just have to be careful on the setup.
www.firestik.com/Tech_Docs/mkfr-instl_nohook.htm
Thank you sir!
A characteristic problem of this type of radios is that do not memorize the on / off status when switch off/on the ignition. Does that radio do it?
It definitely remembers the on and off position. And it's a feature I'm glad it has!
@@RubiconUnlimited Thank You 👍
No problem at all, happy to help
what app to get mounting bracks for antenna behind passenger side of 03 ranger Rubicon
I have mine installed but I can’t get a good mic check- I’m running a 2’ fire stick any suggestions? Can you hook up a exterior PA spear to this?
There's an output for an external speaker
The 2 ft. Firestick although good quality, you would do better with 36" to 46". Antenna and mount even with the Roofline. Behind a car/truck body attenuates your signal and increases SWR.
Yessir! I plan to get a longer one now that my rooftop tent gets in the way
First, don't expect great range with an antenna that small, second, make sure your SWR is nice and low, the lower your SWR, the more power is actually exiting the antenna. If you still can't get one, try going to a high area around you like a mountain top or something. A nice clear line of sight will help you in making contacts. Or just drive on a busy highway with lots of truckers.
Great tips. I plan on getting a longer antenna soon!
Is the microphone jack a standard cat 5 or 6 twisted pair, so I might be able to mount the unit behind the rear seat and run a twisted pair extension to the dashboard?
this was a great video, I have been trying to figure out a place to install one on my jeep for several years ( believe that or not ) and all the places that I have looked at just was in the way or inconvinite to reach, I have been using my unidan moving from one place to another so mow your idea sold me on another radio so I will ne ordering what you have and mount mine the same way. I will use the one I now have as a base. I don't want to put holes in my Rubicon.
Yeah! These jeepuniq mounts are wonderful and really simple to install. Glad to have helped
Can you provide a link to for the mic hook that goes on the grab bar? Really nice looking install
Jeepuniq.com is where you'll find them
Scuff the paint off then put dielectric grease. Problem solved
How has this unit been holding up I'm looking into getting one myself but have started seeing a lot of bad reviews stating it gets stuck in transmit and overheats the unit. Have you had any problems
I did send it in for repairs for that very reason and has been great ever since. I have a feeling they had a bad batch go out early on. Been working as intended now
Interesting good to know thank you
The antenna is mounted on a horrible spot. And its not grounded on the top. It needs to be grounded on the bottom where the coaxial is.
So then where would be a more acceptable location to place the antenna?? Please enlighten us.
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We’re did you get the mount for the speaker?
Hey there, you can find it at Jeepuniq.com
antenna mount bracelet behind right rear taillight
@@mr.bluegrass9723 ???
Can you please get some video of it actually in use (talking to people ) i love the idea of the radio but still not sure if i would like it
If you haven't found any videos already, Farpoint Farms is the best channel on TH-cam for CB radio videos, both for knowledge, and talking.
@@tylerdean980 sorry i been busy .i am already subscribed to farpoint farms its a really great channel.
That hing is a horrible spot for that antenna.
'the wife just caught me' look @1:50...lol
Haha busted!
hold on, big fan of jeep ,but NO its not just for jeeps lol .looks good in my truck that will run over that jeep hahaha