HOW TO: CB in a Libby!!!

[Marlon_JB2]

Originally posted here:

http://itsajeep.org/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=0&Number=13648&page=0&vc=#Post13648

Wait, people mod KJs? Since when? Well, yea, at least I did... somewhat. I finally finished my CB radio install today. It's been going on for months, and everybody around here should know me, I'm a VERY IMPATIENT PERSON when it comes to these Jeep things. Well, I stole my dad's drill charger, so no more excuses, even in snowy weather!

What you will need:

1. CB Radio. I chose the Radio Shack TRC-503 CB for its size and price. ($29.99!!!!!)
2. CB antenna cable. Cheap @ RS. I got a 20ft cable for a price, which now, I cannot remember. Whatever it was, it wasn't expensive.
3. CB Antenna Mount. I said that I was impatient, so I picked up RS's Luggage rack mount. It's supposed to mount on the tubes of a luggage rack, but, um, I didn't, because the bars on the KJ are too big.
4. CB Antenna. I chose the Firestik II, 4'. $22.99 @ Jeepersandcreepers.
5. A drill of some sort. I have a Black and Decker 14.4V cordless drill. Worked perfectly for this project.
6. Drill bits. Craftsman is the only brand I trust.
7. A Jeep of some sort. lol3.gif

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I started by taking off the spare tire off of the carrier with a 4 way lug wrench I picked up last year. Everyone should have one. I then proceeded to drill 2 pilot holes for the mount. Always drill pilot holes before the final holes. Makes it easier, and you're less likely to mess something up.

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After that, I drilled out the pilot holes for the final holes. I used a 1/4 inch drill bit. The mount is on the other side of the tire mount.

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Bolts are tightened!

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Now, for mounting your receiver, you can just let it dangle whereever you want...or you can permanently mount it somewhere. I chose the blank location right of the steering wheel, left of the radio, and under the instrument cluster. Works good for me, because I don't have to reach over to adjust anything, and it's not in the way. Since I did NOT want to drill a single hole at the time (now, I wouldn't care), I used Industrial Strength Velcro to mount the receiver. Holds up fine...even survives Michigan Potholes at 40MPH. lol6.gif

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I ran the wires under the steering wheel.

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And into the interior side panels.... the wires are not seen until right here, in the cargo area.

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I got power from an add-a-fuse. $9.99 at your local auto parts store.

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Fully operational!

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Special thanks to:

mikea - Thanks for the drill advice.
JoplinJeeper (Alan) - Thanks for the advice on the industrial strength velcro.
gblue (Gill) - For hosting the pics in this writeup! http://www.itsajeep.org is a great place!!!
Bennett - For being my role model for future mods. \/

All pics are here.

http://www.itsajeep.org/PhotoPost/showgallery.php/cat/15266

EDIT: Picture links are fixed.

 

[n3qik]

Show and tell time

My CB installation

Two fit the CB, had to cut hole in dash pocket, there is just a 1/2 " of room in back of the CB. That pocket was useless anyway.

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The antenna mount.

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[2003KJ]

Very Nice! \/

I vote to move this over to the How To Thread, so that others can find the useful info when they need it.

 

[-=JoN=-]

Very Nice! \/

I vote to move this over to the How To Thread, so that others can find the useful info when they need it.

u couldve moved it...mod...LoL

yeah...just realized that...sheez...
how to it is

 

[2003KJ]

Very Nice! \/

I vote to move this over to the How To Thread, so that others can find the useful info when they need it.

u couldve moved it...mod...LoL

yeah...just realized that...sheez...
how to it is

Do you recall the last time I tried to move something?????.....LOL!!!

Only about half of it got to where I wanted it... ](*,)

 

[Marlon_JB2]

Re: Show and tell time

My CB installation

Two fit the CB, had to cut hole in dash pocket, there is just a 1/2 " of room in back of the CB. That pocket was useless anyway.

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I was thinking about this location as well, but decided against it because I had to cut the opening. At the time I mounted the receiver.... I did n o t want to cut or drill anything. Now, I don't care, lol...[/b]

Now you guys are asking.. where the heck did I ground it? Well, there's some bolts holding something on... under the radio/climate controls bezel. Works fine. \/ I had pics of this, but my camera decided to act up, and I lost them. That was months ago though...

 

[nickpar]

VERY MUCH NOISE !!

WHEN I START THE ENGINE I HAVE MUCH NOISE AND STRAY FROM CB
AND I CLOSE MUCH THE SQUELCH .BECAUSE OFF THAT I LOOSE RANGE
I TRY ANOTHER CB ,ANTENNA, DIRECT POWER BUT NOTHING..
I HAVE INSTALL THE CB UNDER THE GLOVE BOX
WHAT IS THE PROBLEM???
(Aeh) (Aeh)

 

[Marlon_JB2]

Re: VERY MUCH NOISE !!

WHEN I START THE ENGINE I HAVE MUCH NOISE AND STRAY FROM CB
AND I CLOSE MUCH THE SQUELCH .BECAUSE OFF THAT I LOOSE RANGE
I TRY ANOTHER CB ,ANTENNA, DIRECT POWER BUT NOTHING..
I HAVE INSTALL THE CB UNDER THE GLOVE BOX
WHAT IS THE PROBLEM???
(Aeh) (Aeh)

That's alternator whine. Wire it to the battery or the power outlet somehow. (Like I did)

 

[BluPhant]

Another alternative is to get an inline noise filter. They have them at radio shack for ~$20. I put one on my XM power wire, and it (virtually) eliminated the engine whine. A good ground is apparently key though.

-Blu

 

[nickpar]

thanks!!! O
I try some thinks off that but nothing . i will try again ok..

 

[fisher114]

Marlon-

I'm curious to know how the rear flip glass manages with the cb antenna right in front of it. Is the antenna far enough away from the glass to allow clearance, or do you simply open the gate everytime?

 

[Marlon_JB2]

Marlon-

I'm curious to know how the rear flip glass manages with the cb antenna right in front of it. Is the antenna far enough away from the glass to allow clearance, or do you simply open the gate everytime?

Heh, I always thought that it was behind it. \/ lol3.gif just kidding.

Anyway, I just open the whole gate. You pretty much get used to closing them both together. It isn't as hard as it seems. The only time I want the flipper glass now is riding around with it up, and the rest of the windows down. Makes for good airflow. \/

I'd imagine that a more flexible antenna would allow the flipper glass to still open. I think RS sells one that MAY just be that flexible.

 

[fisher114]

Thanks. I've been wanting to put my cb in, but I couldn't decide on a good place to mount everything without causing too much "damage" if I ever replace it with the latest and greatest, or at least as close as my wallet can afford. Anyway, thanks again.

 

[Corwyyn]

I'd imagine that a more flexible antenna would allow the flipper glass to still open. I think RS sells one that MAY just be that flexible.

Another alternative is to go to a good CB shop or a decent truck stop and get a heavy-duty spring to go between the mount and the antenna. Just make sure the spring has a copper or aluninum braid inside to ensure a good connection; the spring should run around $10-15. Rat Shak has one for $15, but you should be able to find one cheaper.

 

[JeepJeepster]

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What auto parts store did u get that from? I look for one of those for ever and couldnt find one.

 

[Marlon_JB2]

I've seen them in just about every auto parts store I've been in around here. Murrays Discount, Auto Zone, Advance Auto Parts, Hastings, anywhere.

 

[fouros]

hey marlon have you got a photo of the antenna mounted on the back of you KJ with the spare back on?

 

[Marlon_JB2]

several! \/

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[MoladoGuy]

several! \/

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Is that the wire for the Antenna running under your tailgate door?

 

[Marlon_JB2]

yes.