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When you've got a fully-outfitted rig that includes
all the latests gadgets such as a GPS unit, CB radio and, among
other things, a cell phone, you end up with a lot of wires and a
few antennas to have to deal with.
As is the case with my Hummer, there are a lot of
antennas to deal with and the trouble is where and how to mount
them. You want it looking like it belongs there, not like a gypsy
installed it.
Well, here's how we went about installing our various
instruments.
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Both GPS & 800 Mhz Antennas
after being painted to match color of truck.
GPS Antenna by Garmin (marine model from West
Marine @ 800-538-0775)
800 Mhz -
LoPro Antennas from Northpoint Comm. Products (312-944-4447). They
also make them for UHF (460), & the cellular band.
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Due to the location I picked, I had to remove the roof lining. This is was also
a good time to add sound & heat insulation to the roof. Here you can see
just the drivers side is covered at this time.
Also, note the location of the two ribs, they are great for mounting equipment
too.
Now, I wanted a single antenna can be mounted in the center, just behind the bar
above the front seats. Only one cover on that cross piece needs to be removed
for installation and would be a lot easier then my job. ( I will add a photo
later showing you where I am talking about.)
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Here is the completed installation of the GPS, CB, & 800 Mhz antenna (like
cellular).
The GPS required 3 holes for the screws, & 1 for the cable.
CB - A K-40 antenna required a 7/8 hole.
800 Mhz - Low-Pro required a single 3/8 hole and uses an adhessive pad to bond
to the roof. Easy to install and works very well.
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