Mobile HF Installation Part 1 

Good job Chris! I like a nice, simple clean install. Now in my 60's I can relate to the grunting and groaning part...lol! I bought an entire set of the MFJ Hamsticks, later to find out the set screws can be a problem. As suggested by others, I plan to go to the hardware store and buy all new stainless steel set screws to replace the soft ones. Thanks for showing us your install. It's always helpful to see others experiences in HAM radio adventures. 73!

Good stuff. Thanks for taking the time to show and share this install.

I'm not going to ask how you did it, but I will say you're a better man for doing so!

another good video from Christopher 73 my friend good job

Nice work! Looking forward to seeing how they perform! I have a Yaesu ATAS 120 that I have yet to install. I'm just not sold on a place to install it.

This helped! I'm looking into buying a truck and installing HF mobile as well as 2m Mobile. I plan on using NMO mounts on this next install.

Why not mount the antennas in the corners of the bed near the cab it self. Least that way you will have less antenna cable you will have to run.

New ham here. This is great info, thanks!

yes i love doing hf mobile

Good video. I looked for Part 2 and didn’t see it on your channel. [EDIT: I did find the part 2, RU-vid didn’t see it in your channel, but no need answering about part2)]. I was wondering how the bonding affected the antenna tuning. Also, I have a 2016 Chevy pickup and was wondering about putting those type of antennas toward the front of the box instead of the back. Is there an RF reason for the placement or just a convenient place for mounting? Thanks again, 73 de KI5HXM Brent

curious why mounted so low on that spot instead on the higher side of the rear tail lights

HRO carries the Shark brand also, FYI

2015 F250, so aluminum body? I have a 2015 F150 - any metal interaction between the body and steel mounts/screws?

I lucked out and found a left and right CB antenna mount on Quadratec where I got my lift kit for my 01 Jeep Cherokee. I think I am going to copy you on the 20 and 40 meter Shark sticks. I will have to take a look at those 3/8" stud mounts you bought from Firestix. You used RG8X? How about the antenna switch?

Would you expand on shunting? I used to run sharks on a magmount.. Never heard of using shunts in that process Thanks

Hey KC2JB, do those hamsticks have only a certain resonance for their band or is it full coverage?

Thanks for the video Chris, nice looking installs! I'm in the 2nd month of trying to determine best antenna setup and install in my Jeep and just came across your video as I am looking at mounts. I have my radios and antennas decided on. Yaesu 2m/70cm, TYT 1.25 radio duplexer and tri band antenna with Yaesu 891 running an Alpha MOTO FMJ or Yaesu ATAS. Could you not install it above the rear lights and wouldn't that help with the tuning a little bit? I just see so many mobile HF installs down low or on bumpers and I thought that would cause a less efficient antenna. Is it simply for ceiling clearance? Watching part 2 next! Thank you! 73 Paul

Hello my friend, very good... which coax cable you used for this installation. was the rg8x? 73 PT2RF FROM BRAZIL

Does it have a mount like that for nmo antenna?

Have you had troubles with the whip end coming loose? When I travel with the antenna installed, the top nut starts loosening. I'm afraid I'll lose it. I've thought about a drip of Loc-Tite but haven't tried it yet.

Nice work. But, can you still get thru the Chick Fil’A drive thru with those antennas? 😋

I bought the same two antennas. What did you end up with for a length on each antenna. I don't have an analyzer (next purchase) There is a tiny piece of instructions in the package on the length of the silver whip out of the ferrule for a starting point. I was wondering if you have to cut off the excess whip that extends down into the fiberglass section.

Have you ever been stopped for partially blocking the brake lights?

If in Australia, don;t do this, obscuring any part of safety brake lights will get you a penalty notice and non roadworthy notice

The video was good BUT where did you get that shirt?

I throw set screws away and use thumb screws found at Home Depot...dont have to carry an Allen wrench with you.

How’s your RF noise been? My 04 super duty thankfully is very quiet.

I got the 20&40 meter antennas as well as the mounts. What are the insulated connectors you are using between the antennas and the feed lines? Got a part number? Also can you share details on the shunt coils that you added?