Mounting a GMRS antenna on the roof rack
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
- I have downgraded my GMRS bullbar antenna system to a smaller profile ghost antenna from Midland Radio. In this video, I will use the Mohawk Designs Offroad roof rack NMO antenna mount to attach my Midland Radio ghost antenna to my Prinsu roof rack. The installation is very simple and the benefits of mounting the antenna up higher on the vehicle will improve your radio quality.
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Thanks for posting! Would love to see a follow up video showing how well the antenna works in that location. I know it would be semi-subjective, but would like to hear how it compares to the other location(s) you’ve had a GMRS antenna mounted.
I like that idea I can make a video talking about it
On every NMO mount I've installed, the o-ring on the brass nut faces down against the bracket or body panel. A good practice is to apply a thin coat of silicone grease (NOT RTV sealer) to the o-ring and to both sets of the brass threads.
Yeah, NMO nut was installed upside down.
I was not aware of that, it didn’t make sense to me for it to be face down because I didn’t understand why you need to water proof the connection on the bottom it made more sense to protect the antenna. Do you know why the o-ring faces down?
@@FortuneTacoAZ That style of connector was originally designed, and still widely used, to mount antennas through roofs and trunk lids of cars and trucks. The o-ring seals the under side from water ingress. Think first responder vehicles.There is a separate, flat gasket to seal the antenna on those installations. You probably also saw (I did) wrench flats on the part you put down used to tighten the nut with a tool. Hope that helps.
@@EB1156 that makes sense! I appreciate you taking the time to explain it to me and not be rude about it like I know people love to do.
For your bracket which size did you get 3/8 or 3/4?
@@TheRealJimmy831 the 3/8 hole is perfect for the antenna