CB Radio Install

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Kellsonm
Posts: 76
Joined: Sat Nov 15, 2014 10:20 am
Car: 2001 Infiniti QX4

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Hey everyone, just wanted to share my CB setup in my '01 QX4. Very easy install.
Here's what I used:
-Midland 40-Channel mobile CB ($25 on craigslist)
-Firestik II FS4-B 4ft tunable antenna ($15.61+shipping on eBay)
-Firestik MK-174 mounting/wiring kit ($25.59 on eBay)


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So I tried to use the provided screws and drill/screw into the quarter panel, but after less than a day the mount was already really loose. So instead, I just used an existing bolt on the quarter panel, very sturdy now. I used the bolt closest to the windshield because that location is flatter than the other bolts, which slope down, causing the bracket to be crooked, and the antenna to not point straight up.

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Since my car is an automatic, the hole for the clutch master cylinder was the perfect place to go through the firewall. Take off those two bolts and then you can remove that little cover, behind that you will see the hole big enough for the coax cable. Just drill a hole, thread your cable through, and bolt the cover back on. I then sealed the hole with some RTV gasket maker I had around.

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I didn't want to drill into anything in my interior, so I just picked up some Command Strips and stuck the CB to the glovebox lid. As long as you properly clean both surfaces, this method is strong enough. Then I just routed all the wires underneath the dash and hooked it up!

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All done! As soon as the weather clears up, I will take it to a radio shop and have them test/tune everything.


Kellsonm
Posts: 76
Joined: Sat Nov 15, 2014 10:20 am
Car: 2001 Infiniti QX4

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******Important Note!!
I had to use an angle grinder to make the vertical side of the quarter panel flat, so that the bracket would sit flush.

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patqx4
Posts: 187
Joined: Sun Oct 31, 2010 3:53 am
Car: 2002 QX4
Location: Halifax, NS

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thanks so much for this post dude, Im about to install a firestick on my 02 qx4 in the exact same location. Your tips about using that fender bolt and clutch plate will be very helpful!

Kellsonm
Posts: 76
Joined: Sat Nov 15, 2014 10:20 am
Car: 2001 Infiniti QX4

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You bet! One thing I will say is that the 4' firestik sways a fair amount on this bracket. Not bad enough to break the mount, but it's noticeable. I will either add a firestik antenna spring, or buy a new antenna that has most of its weight lower down.
The firestik looks way cooler than other antennas though, in my opinion.


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