CB installed... for real

[KenP]

Ok, thanks to Klaus for supplying me with the center console removal steps. It would have taken me hours to figure out how to move that thing.

Also, thanks to Rodster for idea of using the blank and to Tootsie for giving me pics of her's (what exactly she sent I'm not telling ).

So, here's what I did

Power wire (the red one you idiot). The large grey one is the coax and it's headed up the A-pillar.

[KenP]

Blank in position. This was a PITA to get the wire over there and through it. I'm not sure how long it will last like this. I'm afraid if I push too hard on the coupler the whole thing will slide into the center stack and I'll have to pull all that crap out again.

[KenP]

Rubber gasket material. I hope it works.

[KenP]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ree:
Oh, what's your SWR? Better than rodster's or toot's? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>I don't know what their's are, but hopefully I have it tuned tomorrow.

[rodster]

BTW, if you re-remove the floor console and lift it a few inches, you'll probably find the clips. They may have gone under the edge of the carpet. A magnet on a stick is helpful.

[KenP]

I removed the blank and used the mounting braket that came with the CB as a template. A cutting bit on a Dremel type tool cut it like butta'.

Here you can see the small clamp I used and the tool.

[ROX]

Nice job, Ken. I'm sure CP thanks you too, wherever she is.

[rodster]

Oh crap. I just figured where you put the box. Yes, that had to hurt!

[ree]

Ken,
Looks good, except for all that crud.

No complaints about clipping the cup tray back in???

Dave,
Those directions are damn helpful as long as you don't assume that all the white arrows are pointing to bolts that have to be removed

[CslRkH2]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
Power wire (the red one you idiot). </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Check this out... Tap A Circuit. They have them at Pep Boys too.

Install looks great.

[ree]

Oh, what's your SWR? Better than rodster's or toot's?

[Dave Compson]

May i have the console removal instructions? Or are they a closely guarded secret?

Dave

[KenP]

Good ground, blurry pic.

[ree]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by rodster:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ree:

Those directions are damn helpful as long as you don't assume that all the white arrows are pointing to bolts that have to be removed </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Huh? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

My '03 has some bolts in different spots that what is indicated. I think four under the storage console and only two up front that actually needed to be removed. It's not as fresh in my mind as your's rodster, but I'm certain that the arrows didn't match mine.

[KenP]

Well, I'm sure as heck not digging around in there until my hands heal.

[Dave Compson]

Thanks, got it.

Dave

[MovinH2]

Great job Ken. I see another MOD to add to my list now.

[rodster]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
I don't know what their's are, but hopefully I have it tuned tomorrow. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Uh oh? The SWR meter in placed in-line between the antenna and silver box. Jumper coax from silver box to meter, installed coax from meter to antenna.

[NJ H2]

Nice job!
What's your handle good buddy? 10-4

[Ipedog]

Ken -

How do you like this air grinder? How does it compare performance/utility wise as opposed to a Dremel w/flex shaft? Just wondering. TIA