I LAUGHED SO HARD I woke up my wife. I had headphones on so it was twice as loud as it should've been BUT! !!! I made to 1:08:45 where MR.BBI talked about a... well you all watch and tell me, have we all known at least one of those in our lifetimes? As they say out in Minnesota, YOU BETCHA! Great video, Im under my F`150 which has the worst RFI -EMI in my Kenwood, Tk8180 whichever one, noise Ive ever heard. But I'm bonding the SHT out of this truck like you suggested. Let ya know how it goes.
Look I don't like to use that term lightly but that chick was on another page when it came to being easy. I mean her favorite saying was she's not joking when it comes to pokken. Lol life experiences you have when you're younger you know
Hopefully you have a newer f150 and not the same problem as everyone with the mid 90s f150 It's the fuel pump creating it's own rf signal and it is picked up through the antenna. Ferrites and bonding didn't do anything to stop it.
Thanks for all the great info! While the concentration of application seems to be transmitting, these actions are also very important to RX. Do you have additional tips for reducing vehicle noise on reception?
I run a Wilson 5000 mag mount on a 06 Jeep commander. I was having issues with swr and stray rf on my mic. I used 1/2 inch ground strap and did the hood,trunk, fenders and doors. I then put 2 1 inch ground strap on the right side and left side from the body to frame. I also redid the ground on motor to body with a 1 inch and from exhaust to frame with 1 inch. Swr is 1.2 with amp on. Also I have a lot less noise in my receive on my radio. Glad I did it!
Baby I I hate truly appreciate what you're teaching us and the knowledge to go forward my question is everyday Joe cannot do what you're doing nor can we find anybody in our area that does what you're doing especially when a six-year-old man wants to set up his pickup truck the right way with your teaching us and have no way to do it where we live not to say I'm a truck driver and cannot do a damn thing to my truck to help grounded it because if I do I'll lose my job
Hey buddy, what about, and I only ask this because I got a bunch of it from an abandoned storage unit. For the lug or eyelets where it makes contact with metal frame/body, etc. Could you use Liquid Electrical tape over the lug and bolt? Rather than paint? Again I've got 7 bottles of the stuff is why I ask. Would love to use it. This guy was some kind of marine mechanic/electrical guru. Just a guess from all the Raytheon, Dpeth Finders, Fuse Blocks, huge toggle switch boards, VHF, and tech equipment, in this unit. Loads of stuff. Now I've personally used it in marine applications such as fuse blocks, toggle switch boards etc myself, its been suggested for ions. What do ya think? Can I use that painted over the hex bolt and lug?
Talking about the hitch mount on a Suburban... I have seen that problem with my Excursion. Same antenna that wouldn't work on the hitch mount, worked great on the hood with a HD Lip mount! I'm still experimenting...
Gas tank? It should already have a strap. Fuel pump? Fuel fill door was a great guess. That little one isn't for exhaust but I'm guessing you have that covered. 6 PAC in crossplaines got me started doing this type of bonding back in the early 90s.
Would my audio coming through my AM radio stations be an RF bonding issue? This is my first experience with a high powered radio and noticed this while driving yesterday.
Back in the 90's we learned about bonding because we had a ford ranger that that would die every time we keyed my uniden grant and 667v, 1.2:1 swr but the rf would freak the trucks computer. Lots of bonding with braid from some old rg213 and issue solved. And people swore we we jumped to a sweet 16. I miss the old days...
The sound that the solder pot makes is awesome...haha. Thanks for another great video and tons of info as usual. Can't wait to apply all this to my rig.
I have a 19 Ram 1500 the lift gate is plastic so is the hood and the door pillers. Only metal is the bed and the cab and doors , I have bonded my cab to the pick up the pick up to the frame the frame to the exhaust. And still have swinging SWR.. I’m fixing to give up . Any help ?? Or ideas I’m using the same straps and copper ends .
Well you’re probably not going to see this because this video is quite old but no you’re wrong you can use a crush note anywhere you can drill a hole in a vehicle
I watch this video and took it a little farther I got the hottest soldering gun I could find. And I soldered the frame to the wire then self tapping screws behind it lol
Try silicone tape as an alternative to electrical tape on tool handles and coax connectors. Much nicer, practically turns into a moulded insulator after a day or two.
THe Nordlock washers are the way to go for this! It maintains tension during heat cycles and vibration. Had no issues with them over the years of crazy stereo systems with thousands of watts of power.
I've done bonding in car audio for years but have never thought about doing an intensive bonding job for RF. I have never run a mobile bigger than a sweet 16 back in the day either. All of my bigger stuff was base. And that's more what I'm getting back into. However, I may have a chance to pick up a nice 16 pill mobile soon and I will definitely be using your tips on RF bonding along with the electrical bonding I would normally do for high current draw applications. Good info here!!
Hey what gauge eyelets/connectors would you think would work the best with 3/4” ground strap I have the roll of braided ground strap but don’t know what connectors to buy I was thinking maybe 6awg? Any ideas would be greatly appreciated
0 watts to pick a number... the more metal Mass you can put it the same potential underneath the antenna the better you're going to transmit. And it is the entire Point behind this video on the point I was trying to make in it
Thanks for the video. Installed a 2Way radio in my 14 silverado. Just using a mag mount K40. Great reception and ive DXed into Canada and to E coast from S IN. I do have clicks in reception with turn signals and a random tick under certain engine conditions. With all the computer crap these trucks have, im not surprised. I know by nature GM was known for crappy grounding. Im going to try your suggestions and see if it helps. From your explanation i understand better how RF works. Thanks again.
Effectively......good grounds and grounding for both electrical continuity and radio frequency functionality is not only important, it it is VITAL in great radio transmission. It has everything to do with your receive and transmission. Just.... like proper grounds and grounding conductors in residential or commercial installations,. it is essential for safety as well as proper function of electrical systems. You can have all the AC or DC possible, yet without the true continuity of grounds or neutrals, you are preparing for failure and the possibility of hurting yourself or someone else. Antennas are dependent on great grounding and RF planes in order to produce the mirror effect of your signal input. Your site is appreciated and maybe someone can accept a tip or two for their personal installation.....Billy, Albq. N.M. 3 / 18 / 2023
fantastic video BBI ... one question I plan to do the braid and the ring terminals and may solder the crimp area.... are you putting the solder on the ring / bolt hole area so the copper isn't touching the steel for corrosion??? I am going to do a Regular cab pick up truck and my power will only be a stock Anytone 6666 and a mag mount K40 ( the old truck lip style with mag mount) so I don't think I have to go to the extreme you did
Alright I’ll ask the dumb question…What makes the RF and electrical not share the braided and cable grounds? Won’t the paths take whatever is the least resistance no matter? Figure id put the question here instead of texting first…save you from others who isn’t ask.
WHATS BETTER THAN TO HAVE A ICE COLD BEER AND LEARN ON A SUNDAY TIPS FROM BBI.MAHALO BBI LOOKS CHERRY FROM YOUR FRIEND IN THE MINI GRASS.PS GROUND THE BOX TOO? ALOHA CHEERS
Honest: your into made me think you were gonna be a prick. I decided after video that i was wrong. Good info and i love that you said “giving info so you can make your own mind up” paraphrased… Ty for the content
Awesome work BBI. It does seem like a overkill to a lot of people. But why half ass it? You and everyone else that’s serious about radio should take this and use it. Will I do my truck like this no. Why? Because I can’t afford to and I’m not trying to be #1. One thing is for sure, you are doing it right the first time.
Great video learned a lot from watching you. Where do you find that beautal not sure I spelt that right I’ve seen that stuff before but I don’t know where you get it. I like the idea you can roll it up like spaghetti and just spread it around.
Please stop using self tapping screws or screws. Start using Rivnuts or Nutserts. This will allow you to get a bolt in there instead and make a nice clean connection that will not come out or vibrate loose.
awesome...thanks for sharing...these videos are absolutely increasing my knowhow...giving knowledge that is going to make my project so much more successful...🧐🙋
Also once again thank you about Fatboy eventually when I have the money I will give him a call after I figure out what I'm doing and try to know what I'm doing
Did something like this with my old Chevy van back in the 80s . Then did something strange by centering a new { at the time } audio king in the middle and had 2, 102 whips on the back corners which could be switched to ground . I could shut the back door and made a sorta beam out of my van LOL . Sorry that guy stopped the vedio on the truck , would have loved to see the end results on the antennas , dual or single . Thank you for all you do to help those of us out here looking to get back into radios . One question , do you know anyone who is competent on radio work in the Phoenix Metro area ? Thanks for any info you may have .
I'm definitely working on my bonding now I have a 2015 truck and I can't just to do it cheaply but I am looking for a soldering pot so I don't have to solder the braid for a day.
Great video Luke and thanks for the call back today about this video . I think I for got about the stuff to put on the ground wire and I'll look at it in Amazon . I think it was nylon ???
Mr. BBI great video; however, I'm just have a 2x4 and my 02 Suburban transmits good and I don't have it setup ground wise as you do. My question, what are the length of the ground straps? I'm going to experiment with ground strap front and back and then in the middle of the Suburban. The electrical ground strap shall be in the middle of the Suburban. What are your thoughts on that setup? I shall keep you posted on how that workout. Like I said I'm not running nothing"BIG"and I want to continue to enjoy the hobby. Thank you for taking your time to show us another way.
All I can say is “hell of a video man” that was awesome. Very informative, I watched it from beginning to end. I will be putting all that knowledge into my rig. ✌️👍 thank you and keep those videos coming, I really enjoy them. Hello from south Florida.
So what is the best way grounding an antenna mounted in the center of a toolbox on the truck bed? Does the toolbox and antenna both need to be grounded to the body or frame?
Thanks for the video. I am putting a radio in my truck for the first time sine 1975 when I was into the CB during its heyday. You are very right about multiple opinions on grounding and bonding. I am a simple guy and when they argue, I just ask them to show me. I was of the opinion that vertical metal didn’t matter as much and I wasn’t planning on bonding the doors or the fenders. Now I am thinking that might be a good thing to do. I like that you even bonded the fuel door. You are correct, “no half-assery “ haha. All the best!
I also want to set up a base radio right before I get ready to hang it up and I will need to know how to ground all that and what type of antenna to use
Great job done, Luke! There's no way to go more professional than BBi does. That's all da Heck I can say about it. Happy sunday to all RF-Maniacs and High Voltage Enthusiasts outthere.
Looking forward to doing this to my Aspen, not looking forward to this. Thank you very much again for the knowledge. It means alot to me and many of us. Also, on the bonding bonus, I didn't think of gas door, I thought, for some reason, spare tire....
It's like a steel grate that you put in front of the rear window to protect yourself from material in the back from flying through the rear window if you brake hard or hit something. Just Google, what's a headache rack on a pickup truck.
1st thanks for this vid your helping alot of people
If a low powered amp can only take 1watt dead key how can it handle 100 watt pusher amp
Ive found that bonding the exhaust pipe and engine to be helpful in reducing sparkplug RFI
Or get a diesel 😁
I did this exact thing to my 379 Peterbilt and then I used I pose antennas from the mounts down and and my antennas for single coil large aluminum
I LAUGHED SO HARD I woke up my wife. I had headphones on so it was twice as loud as it should've been BUT! !!! I made to 1:08:45 where MR.BBI talked about a... well you all watch and tell me, have we all known at least one of those in our lifetimes? As they say out in Minnesota, YOU BETCHA! Great video, Im under my F`150 which has the worst RFI -EMI in my Kenwood, Tk8180 whichever one, noise Ive ever heard. But I'm bonding the SHT out of this truck like you suggested. Let ya know how it goes.
Look I don't like to use that term lightly but that chick was on another page when it came to being easy. I mean her favorite saying was she's not joking when it comes to pokken. Lol life experiences you have when you're younger you know
Hopefully you have a newer f150 and not the same problem as everyone with the mid 90s f150
It's the fuel pump creating it's own rf signal and it is picked up through the antenna.
Ferrites and bonding didn't do anything to stop it.
Thanks for all the great info! While the concentration of application seems to be transmitting, these actions are also very important to RX. Do you have additional tips for reducing vehicle noise on reception?
It's for the fuel door
Oh wow! I have learned so much from this one!
Thank you BBI!!
I run a Wilson 5000 mag mount on a 06 Jeep commander. I was having issues with swr and stray rf on my mic. I used 1/2 inch ground strap and did the hood,trunk, fenders and doors. I then put 2 1 inch ground strap on the right side and left side from the body to frame. I also redid the ground on motor to body with a 1 inch and from exhaust to frame with 1 inch. Swr is 1.2 with amp on. Also I have a lot less noise in my receive on my radio. Glad I did it!
Very, very interesting 👍🤩
Baby I I hate truly appreciate what you're teaching us and the knowledge to go forward my question is everyday Joe cannot do what you're doing nor can we find anybody in our area that does what you're doing especially when a six-year-old man wants to set up his pickup truck the right way with your teaching us and have no way to do it where we live not to say I'm a truck driver and cannot do a damn thing to my truck to help grounded it because if I do I'll lose my job
Hey buddy, what about, and I only ask this because I got a bunch of it from an abandoned storage unit. For the lug or eyelets where it makes contact with metal frame/body, etc. Could you use Liquid Electrical tape over the lug and bolt? Rather than paint? Again I've got 7 bottles of the stuff is why I ask. Would love to use it. This guy was some kind of marine mechanic/electrical guru. Just a guess from all the Raytheon, Dpeth Finders, Fuse Blocks, huge toggle switch boards, VHF, and tech equipment, in this unit. Loads of stuff. Now I've personally used it in marine applications such as fuse blocks, toggle switch boards etc myself, its been suggested for ions. What do ya think? Can I use that painted over the hex bolt and lug?
Talking about the hitch mount on a Suburban... I have seen that problem with my Excursion. Same antenna that wouldn't work on the hitch mount, worked great on the hood with a HD Lip mount! I'm still experimenting...
@MrBBI
Having a Roof Rack will need to be grounded as well ?
Or affects receiving/ transmitting/ SWr etc etc ?
Thanks
Excellent video. Rust sleeps, but it never dies. Ziebart rustproofing is a good thing. Rustbuckets suck. Rustproof.
Gas tank? It should already have a strap. Fuel pump?
Fuel fill door was a great guess.
That little one isn't for exhaust but I'm guessing you have that covered.
6 PAC in crossplaines got me started doing this type of bonding back in the early 90s.
Gas door. Good guess
@@BoxBuilderIdaho windshield wiper motor? Lol... I wasn't the 1st on gas door but just passing the credit on
Oh? Fan motor on rear?
Would my audio coming through my AM radio stations be an RF bonding issue? This is my first experience with a high powered radio and noticed this while driving yesterday.
Back in the 90's we learned about bonding because we had a ford ranger that that would die every time we keyed my uniden grant and 667v, 1.2:1 swr but the rf would freak the trucks computer. Lots of bonding with braid from some old rg213 and issue solved. And people swore we we jumped to a sweet 16. I miss the old days...
The sound that the solder pot makes is awesome...haha. Thanks for another great video and tons of info as usual. Can't wait to apply all this to my rig.
I have a 19 Ram 1500 the lift gate is plastic so is the hood and the door pillers.
Only metal is the bed and the cab and doors , I have bonded my cab to the pick up the pick up to the frame the frame to the exhaust.
And still have swinging SWR..
I’m fixing to give up . Any help ?? Or ideas I’m using the same straps and copper ends .
Looks like its gonna be a.....A1.....
Install system. ...👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍no cutting corners on his part..........Mike from Minnesota. ..
When you installed the straps to the body and frame on this truck, does this still apply to cars that have a unibody?
Instead of paint, I use Amsoil heavy duty metal protector. It wicks in around everything and turns into a waxy film that lasts forever.
Once I get my truck replaced I'll definitely do it like this. Explaining the RF Ground versus electrical ground. 10-4. Got it. Thanks again BBI, 73'S.
My 1988 5.0 Ex CHP car has these grounds on both hinges of hood and trunk and doors. It had a 102” whip mounted on the side when they had it
Short one is Alternator wire
Could be 3. Some of those alternators have a ground lug others case ground
@@warrenscott9990 yea he said he was going to add one
Didn't Luke mention two alternators?
Well you’re probably not going to see this because this video is quite old but no you’re wrong you can use a crush note anywhere you can drill a hole in a vehicle
I watch this video and took it a little farther I got the hottest soldering gun I could find. And I soldered the frame to the wire then self tapping screws behind it lol
Well I guess wrong but was a duh moment hearing the answer as always learned something new in every video!!! Awesome
Try silicone tape as an alternative to electrical tape on tool handles and coax connectors. Much nicer, practically turns into a moulded insulator after a day or two.
Interesting
Putting that sheath on the strap is genius. It looks good and I wish I would’ve thought of it
Would compression nut certs in the panel work?
Hello from Washington state pnw CB radio waving a hand
THe Nordlock washers are the way to go for this! It maintains tension during heat cycles and vibration. Had no issues with them over the years of crazy stereo systems with thousands of watts of power.
glovebox door
If it's plastic u don't need to
Wow that’s a lot of work, does it make that much of a difference
Awesome vid, learning a lot.
Question: where are you buying the ground strapping from?
EBay Amazon all over the place
I've done bonding in car audio for years but have never thought about doing an intensive bonding job for RF. I have never run a mobile bigger than a sweet 16 back in the day either. All of my bigger stuff was base. And that's more what I'm getting back into. However, I may have a chance to pick up a nice 16 pill mobile soon and I will definitely be using your tips on RF bonding along with the electrical bonding I would normally do for high current draw applications. Good info here!!
Mr. BBI knows 👌🏼 his rad-dah-didios 👋 CHEERS 🍻 reading the mail on that sandpile...clik
Good vids always.
Did bonding in my 05 tahoe without kicker.
Oil gauge goes crazy wen keying up? Any solutions? Or tip. QTIP606 'TREES'
That's a lot a work can't wait to see the finished product. Thanks for the teaching lessen 👍
I got it right 3 mins b4 you revealed it ! Patting myself on the back. Lol
Hey what gauge eyelets/connectors would you think would work the best with 3/4” ground strap I have the roll of braided ground strap but don’t know what connectors to buy I was thinking maybe 6awg? Any ideas would be greatly appreciated
Hey is grounding help in the car stereo game?
so so cool to see shocking the chrome on to the connectors nice job
Or the gas door !!!
WD40 will remove the butyl
I had a ford ranger that even with the radio off a FT857 it turn on the cruse control !
Sorry this was if antenna made contact with bank drive thu. roof sorry
383 u watching?
Is there a power level where rf bonding is more beneficial? Will a 300w rig notice gains like a multi kW rig would?
0 watts to pick a number... the more metal Mass you can put it the same potential underneath the antenna the better you're going to transmit. And it is the entire Point behind this video on the point I was trying to make in it
@@BoxBuilderIdaho Thanks
Good Video Luke
Loved your video, tyvm
Thanks BBI
Lots of info
Thanks for the video. Installed a 2Way radio in my 14 silverado. Just using a mag mount K40. Great reception and ive DXed into Canada and to E coast from S IN. I do have clicks in reception with turn signals and a random tick under certain engine conditions. With all the computer crap these trucks have, im not surprised. I know by nature GM was known for crappy grounding. Im going to try your suggestions and see if it helps. From your explanation i understand better how RF works. Thanks again.
Effectively......good grounds and grounding for both electrical continuity and radio frequency functionality is not only important, it it is VITAL in great radio transmission. It has everything to do with your receive and transmission. Just.... like proper grounds and grounding conductors in residential or commercial installations,. it is essential for safety as well as proper function of electrical systems. You can have all the AC or DC possible, yet without the true continuity of grounds or neutrals, you are preparing for failure and the possibility of hurting yourself or someone else. Antennas are dependent on great grounding and RF planes in order to produce the mirror effect of your signal input. Your site is appreciated and maybe someone can accept a tip or two for their personal installation.....Billy, Albq. N.M. 3 / 18 / 2023
I knew it...I always have thought about doing the gas door lol lol....leave no rocks unturned!
I’m watching it now bb
fantastic video BBI ... one question I plan to do the braid and the ring terminals and may solder the crimp area.... are you putting the solder on the ring / bolt hole area so the copper isn't touching the steel for corrosion??? I am going to do a Regular cab pick up truck and my power will only be a stock Anytone 6666 and a mag mount K40 ( the old truck lip style with mag mount) so I don't think I have to go to the extreme you did
Alright I’ll ask the dumb question…What makes the RF and electrical not share the braided and cable grounds? Won’t the paths take whatever is the least resistance no matter? Figure id put the question here instead of texting first…save you from others who isn’t ask.
gas cap lid
WHATS BETTER THAN TO HAVE A ICE COLD BEER AND LEARN ON A SUNDAY TIPS FROM BBI.MAHALO BBI LOOKS CHERRY FROM YOUR FRIEND IN THE MINI GRASS.PS GROUND THE BOX TOO? ALOHA CHEERS
Honest: your into made me think you were gonna be a prick.
I decided after video that i was wrong. Good info and i love that you said “giving info so you can make your own mind up” paraphrased…
Ty for the content
My question is why ground the body to frame if you ground everything to frame?
Also my truck is aluminum body, is it even worth grounding?
Thanks BBI, now I'm going to take my mobile to the next level..Trick daddy Nassau Bahamas..👍👍
Awesome work BBI. It does seem like a overkill to a lot of people. But why half ass it? You and everyone else that’s serious about radio should take this and use it. Will I do my truck like this no. Why? Because I can’t afford to and I’m not trying to be #1. One thing is for sure, you are doing it right the first time.
Great video learned a lot from watching you.
Where do you find that beautal not sure I spelt that right I’ve seen that stuff before but I don’t know where you get it. I like the idea you can roll it up like spaghetti and just spread it around.
How gracious of you to share your time and knowledge! Will put the newfound knowledge to work on my project this week.
Thanks for the video, I learned alot. May I know the brand and model name of your hydronic crimper you are using and where you order it. Thank, Joio
Please stop using self tapping screws or screws. Start using Rivnuts or Nutserts. This will allow you to get a bolt in there instead and make a nice clean connection that will not come out or vibrate loose.
awesome...thanks for sharing...these videos are absolutely increasing my knowhow...giving knowledge that is going to make my project so much more successful...🧐🙋
Hey man, been watching your video over time. Never heard of a solder pot..til I saw your video. Good stuff. Thanks
If I'm running average guy power do I still need as many straps? I mean your running competition level power right?
I was sitting here saying the gas door but why bbi lol 😆 then he said the gas door. 🙈
Also once again thank you about Fatboy eventually when I have the money I will give him a call after I figure out what I'm doing and try to know what I'm doing
Great Video!!!!!! I can't wait to get this done! And to think I actually had a good ground. BBI you're the man!
Did something like this with my old Chevy van back in the 80s . Then did something strange by centering a new { at the time } audio king in the middle and had 2, 102 whips on the back corners which could be switched to ground . I could shut the back door and made a sorta beam out of my van LOL . Sorry that guy stopped the vedio on the truck , would have loved to see the end results on the antennas , dual or single . Thank you for all you do to help those of us out here looking to get back into radios . One question , do you know anyone who is competent on radio work in the Phoenix Metro area ? Thanks for any info you may have .
I'm definitely working on my bonding now I have a 2015 truck and I can't just to do it cheaply but I am looking for a soldering pot so I don't have to solder the braid for a day.
Now I see why Kenworth trucks are such a pita, for tuning CB antenna’s on! Cheers!
Great video Luke and thanks for the call back today about this video . I think I for got about the stuff to put on the ground wire and I'll look at it in Amazon . I think it was nylon ???
Mahalo for the video BBI Aloha from the Big Island, Hawaii 🤙🤙
I'm sure you're getting blown away with questions and comments so I'll just hang by and watch and see how it goes from there
What if you put a ball mount on a plate that is equal to the height of the roof of the vehicle and use 4 three foot rods under a 102 whip
Mr. BBI great video; however, I'm just have a 2x4 and my 02 Suburban transmits good and I don't have it setup ground wise as you do. My question, what are the length of the ground straps? I'm going to experiment with ground strap front and back and then in the middle of the Suburban. The electrical ground strap shall be in the middle of the Suburban. What are your thoughts on that setup? I shall keep you posted on how that workout. Like I said I'm not running nothing"BIG"and I want to continue to enjoy the hobby. Thank you for taking your time to show us another way.
All I can say is “hell of a video man” that was awesome. Very informative, I watched it from beginning to end. I will be putting all that knowledge into my rig. ✌️👍 thank you and keep those videos coming, I really enjoy them. Hello from south Florida.
Those are grounding straps right
Yep
Nice instructional video I'm going to rf bond my truck soon with flat braid ground straps.
Damn. I'm one of those with antenna mounted on the headache rack. 1/0 grounding here I come.
Fuel door
gas door
glove box ground ....4 little ground strap.........lol....
Great vid as always dude can u tell me wtf ur using to melt that solder ? Is that a kiln (sp)
So what is the best way grounding an antenna mounted in the center of a toolbox on the truck bed? Does the toolbox and antenna both need to be grounded to the body or frame?
Thanks for the video. I am putting a radio in my truck for the first time sine 1975 when I was into the CB during its heyday. You are very right about multiple opinions on grounding and bonding. I am a simple guy and when they argue, I just ask them to show me. I was of the opinion that vertical metal didn’t matter as much and I wasn’t planning on bonding the doors or the fenders. Now I am thinking that might be a good thing to do. I like that you even bonded the fuel door. You are correct, “no half-assery “ haha. All the best!
I also want to set up a base radio right before I get ready to hang it up and I will need to know how to ground all that and what type of antenna to use
Great job done, Luke! There's no way to go more professional than BBi does. That's all da Heck I can say about it. Happy sunday to all RF-Maniacs and High Voltage Enthusiasts outthere.
How about using rivnuts as a connection for bolt attachment?
very good instructions first timer .........maurice
Appreaciate your efforts and time BBI. Very informative.
Looking forward to doing this to my Aspen, not looking forward to this. Thank you very much again for the knowledge. It means alot to me and many of us. Also, on the bonding bonus, I didn't think of gas door, I thought, for some reason, spare tire....
What’s a headache rack
It's like a steel grate that you put in front of the rear window to protect yourself from material in the back from flying through the rear window if you brake hard or hit something. Just Google, what's a headache rack on a pickup truck.
That Scotch-Fil is similar to Coax Seal. Similar.
Gas Tank Fill Door LOL idk
o you told us.... Well now that i can finally comment on one of your vids , Thanks For all the information you put out!
The glove box ??? Just a guess... As far as the short ground goes !
Awesome job! Thanks for the info!!