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N9TAX SlimJim helping GMRS vs MURS
A GMRS vs MURS HT test aided by the dual-band j-pole from N9TAXLabs.
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Smiley 155 MHz Slim duck - amzn.to/4j2VxJz
Retevis RT 47V - amzn.to/3C3e7kb
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Видео

F-350 Roof Marker Lights upgrade.
Просмотров 1702 месяца назад
Small overhaul on the Ford Superduty clearance lights. Changed out the bulbs to amber LEDs and polished the lens caps. I stayed with the amber color and used an amber bulb vs a white 6000 kelvin bulb as it changed the color compared to the old stock 194 incandescent bulb. Used these very affordable bulbs. Hope they last. Amber LED - amzn.to/40t0yUZ White LED - amzn.to/3AcURjv Meguiar's Plastx c...
F-350 Heater Core replacement for a 1999.
Просмотров 2956 месяцев назад
The heater core was leaking coolant and needed to be replaced. 1999 F-350 with the 7.3 Powerstroke engine. The heater core used - ruclips.net/video/EYgeEQV9Xoo/видео.html Amazon affiliate links support this channel.
The Talkpod A36Plus 8W Improvements
Просмотров 4769 месяцев назад
Checking out the 8 watt version of the Talkpod A36 Plus GMRS and/or ham HT radio. This is an updated version of the 5 watt HT. Subscribe - ruclips.net/channel/UCB5IerafrASQp1uAzCZv_cQ Talkpod A36Plus 8W - amzn.to/43TRlEZ The original 5 watt radio - amzn.to/3xqTtrt Amazon affiliate links support this channel. Better Safe Radio coupon. - Use SD7OFF for 7% off any radio over $100 bettersaferadio.c...
The feature rich Talkpod A36Plus is it a ham or GMRS radio?
Просмотров 21810 месяцев назад
First impressions on the Talkpod A36Plus radio. Labeled GMRS but is much more. Subscribe - ruclips.net/channel/UCB5IerafrASQp1uAzCZv_cQ Talkpod A36Plus - amzn.to/3IFQf5U Links are affiliate related to help this channel. Better Safe Radio coupon. - Use SD7OFF for 7% off any radio over $100 bettersaferadio.com/?pro=10634 0:00 - Intro 1:03 - Hardware 2:25 - Manual 3:33 - Unique features 5:57 - Onl...
Ford F-350 7.3 6637 Intake Mod E99
Просмотров 12410 месяцев назад
From installation to results 800 miles later, here is Riff Raff's 6637 Intake mod for the E-99 Ford 7.3 diesel engine. Noise, mileage and performance were the three elements observed.
GMRS Power Testing on 5 Handheld Radios.
Просмотров 78110 месяцев назад
Checking the power output on the Wouxun 805G, 916G and 9G Pro, the Btech GMRS-V1 and Radioddity GM-30 Subscribe - ruclips.net/channel/UCB5IerafrASQp1uAzCZv_cQ Better Safe Radio coupon. - Use SD7OFF for 7% off any radio over $100 Wouxun KG-916 and VU9G Pro bettersaferadio.com/?pro=10634 The BTECH GMRS V1 is no longer available and has been replaced with the V2 which claims to have several improv...
Chirp Programming Retevis
Просмотров 20810 месяцев назад
Using Chirp Next to program the Retevis RT47V. Since its a MURS HT there is not a lot of features needing set, but most require software to do so. Chirp software can be downloaded from - chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp/wiki/Download Subscribe - ruclips.net/channel/UCB5IerafrASQp1uAzCZv_cQ The radio and cable was purchased from Better Safe Radio. Better Safe Radio bettersaferadio.com/?pro=106...
Retevis RT47V MURS 2-Way Radio
Просмотров 43311 месяцев назад
Shoring up my MURS radio collection with a pair of Retevis RT47V HTs. Checking out the features, specs and power. These were purchased from Better Safe Radio, yes I bought them. Better Safe Radio bettersaferadio.com/?pro=10634. - Use SD7OFF for 7% off any radio over $100 Amazon also carries the radios - amzn.to/3SG86OA Programming cable - amzn.to/49zlFXa 0:00 Sound check 0:27 Intro 2:21 Sizing ...
Radioddity GM-30 GMRS radio.
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.11 месяцев назад
First impressions and power check on the GM-30 HT GMRS radio. Digging the USB charging port. Subscribe - ruclips.net/channel/UCB5IerafrASQp1uAzCZv_cQ 0:00 - Sound Check 0:20 - Christmas Gift 0:54 - Overview 4:24 - Best Feature 5:21 - Size 6:54 - Quirks 7:58 - Power Test 9:15 - Power Opinion 9:58 - Wrap Radioddity GM-30 - amzn.to/4bczYTd Better Safe Radio bettersaferadio.com/?pro=10634. - Use SD...
The best GMRS Antenna?
Просмотров 10 тыс.Год назад
The Nagoya 701G and 771G goes up against the Smiley Slim 465Mhz, 5/8 Slim Duck 465Mhz and the Super Stick IV 465Mhz. Subscribe - ruclips.net/channel/UCB5IerafrASQp1uAzCZv_cQ I purchased the Smiley antennas from Better Safe Radio - bettersaferadio.com/?pro=10634 The Wouxun radios used were also purchased there. Better Safe Radio coupon. - Use SD7OFF for 7% off any radio over $100 I purchased the...
GMRS HT SWR Reading
Просмотров 523Год назад
Can you accurately check the SWR of an HT antenna? Does the manner differ from a mobile or base antenna? Subscribe - ruclips.net/channel/UCB5IerafrASQp1uAzCZv_cQ For HT needs Better Safe Radio coupon. - bettersaferadio.com/?pro=10634 Use SD7OFF for 7% off any radio over $100 The meter not used is the Workman 104 SWR - amzn.to/48E7qQh The mobile antenna is the Tram 1174 - amzn.to/3TJLPBG These a...
Ford F-350 Dually mileage increase after EBP sensor replacement
Просмотров 115Год назад
An update on the mileage improvement after changing out the exhaust backpressure sensor and tube on an e99 7.3 F-350 dually.
I "need" another GMRS radio
Просмотров 272Год назад
Which GMRS radio do I like enough to buy another one? Hint, its a Wouxun. For HT needs Better Safe Radio coupon. - bettersaferadio.com/?pro=10634 Use SD7OFF for 7% off any radio over $100
Comet 2x4 VNA tested for GMRS and MURS
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.Год назад
Taking another look at the classic Comet CA-2x4SR mobile antenna this time with a Nano VNA. The antenna now has a fold over design, improving its versatility. amzn.to/3rpk45f For HT needs Better Safe Radio coupon. - bettersaferadio.com/?pro=10634 Use SD7OFF for 7% off any radio
Ford F-350 7.3 Exhaust Back Pressure Sensor
Просмотров 6 тыс.Год назад
Ford F-350 7.3 Exhaust Back Pressure Sensor
Nagoya 701G & 771G improving GMRS 2-way radio communications
Просмотров 11 тыс.2 года назад
Nagoya 701G & 771G improving GMRS 2-way radio communications
Nagoya GMRS HT antennas 701G & 771G
Просмотров 5 тыс.2 года назад
Nagoya GMRS HT antennas 701G & 771G
The Smiley GMRS Antenna Introduction
Просмотров 4,5 тыс.2 года назад
The Smiley GMRS Antenna Introduction
Smiley GMRS Antenna Test
Просмотров 5 тыс.2 года назад
Smiley GMRS Antenna Test
Wouxun GMRS Range test of the KG-UV9G, KG-916 and the KG-805G radios.
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.2 года назад
Wouxun GMRS Range test of the KG-UV9G, KG-916 and the KG-805G radios.
Wouxun GMRS radios compared. KG-916, KG-UV9G and the KG-805G. Receive sound check.
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.2 года назад
Wouxun GMRS radios compared. KG-916, KG-UV9G and the KG-805G. Receive sound check.
F-350 Third brake light upgrade and the addition of a hitch mounted light
Просмотров 862 года назад
F-350 Third brake light upgrade and the addition of a hitch mounted light
F-350 Dually Front Brakes. Rotor, pads and bearing replacement
Просмотров 40 тыс.2 года назад
F-350 Dually Front Brakes. Rotor, pads and bearing replacement
Comet CA-2X4 SRB mobile antenna, 18 year review. GMRS, MURS, 2M and 70cm.
Просмотров 6 тыс.2 года назад
Comet CA-2X4 SRB mobile antenna, 18 year review. GMRS, MURS, 2M and 70cm.
F-350 Dually Rear Brakes.
Просмотров 9 тыс.2 года назад
F-350 Dually Rear Brakes.
GMRS antenna tuning - Tram 1174.
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.3 года назад
GMRS antenna tuning - Tram 1174.
Wouxon KG-916 Sneak Peak
Просмотров 9913 года назад
Wouxon KG-916 Sneak Peak
GMRS Mobile Antenna Upgrade. The Tram 1174 5/8 wave.
Просмотров 6 тыс.3 года назад
GMRS Mobile Antenna Upgrade. The Tram 1174 5/8 wave.
F-350 Windshield Washer Pump Replacement.
Просмотров 20 тыс.3 года назад
F-350 Windshield Washer Pump Replacement.

Комментарии

  • @squirrel3200
    @squirrel3200 День назад

    I use a XL zip-tie to hang the brake caliper from shock, I do that before removing it so it wont fall too

  • @danielmarquez5742
    @danielmarquez5742 5 дней назад

    Great test. Im familiar with this area, gives a good indication for me. Just bought 9x. Thx

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 5 дней назад

      We really like the area because it's not jam packed and over developed.

  • @southernexposure123
    @southernexposure123 9 дней назад

    I had an antenna analyzer and used it a lot and liked it a lot. I moved and lost it. I now have a Nano VNA. It cost a lot. After getting through the learning curve (lots of videos shorten that process) I'll stay with the Nano VNA. I meant to say the nano vna cost a lot less than the antenna analyzer

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 8 дней назад

      I have a Nano VNA and it's a great tool.

  • @Cheusow
    @Cheusow 13 дней назад

    Thanks. It helped too much.

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 12 дней назад

      Glad to hear it!

  • @stevemanning8841
    @stevemanning8841 13 дней назад

    I am a newbie to this. Great video for sure. I have this antenna that I use with pigtail on a Baofeng 5R. My SWR matches what you received here for frequencies mentioned. Great product for sure. The only issue I have is it will not pick up NOAA. When I use the rubber duck, I get NOAA. Am I missing something?

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 12 дней назад

      That's odd. If anything I would think the issue would be the opposite. NOAA is in the VHF band around 162 MHZ and would benefit from a longer antenna, about 18 inches for a 1/4 wave. Could be a build issue with yours. I gave mine to someone new to radio and no longer use this model. I prefer to have NMO mounts so the antenna and base can be separated to change out different whips.

    • @stevemanning8841
      @stevemanning8841 12 дней назад

      @@Soladaddy Thank you for your reply.

  • @stevenkleitsch2038
    @stevenkleitsch2038 17 дней назад

    Thanks. Just ordered 2

  • @joeclark9042
    @joeclark9042 26 дней назад

    Hey buddy the smiley super stick will it fit on a baofeng radio

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 12 дней назад

      Yes it will. I have a few Baofengs and like to have radios with common connectors.

    • @joeclark9042
      @joeclark9042 12 дней назад

      @@Soladaddy thank you

  • @jeaniusworks
    @jeaniusworks Месяц назад

    Thanks for putting this video together. Very helpful. Can really identify with the "I don't want to do this" comment because this part couldn't be located in a more difficult place on the truck, especially one that has a lift.

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy Месяц назад

      Afterwards, I end up wondering why I waited so long.

  • @dudespin
    @dudespin Месяц назад

    I might try this on my mercury grand marquis. I bought mine used last month 2006 cc not working 😟

  • @SixOFord
    @SixOFord Месяц назад

    My cruise works intermittently. Where would you start ?

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy Месяц назад

      Mine can have occasional issues. It will turn on fine the first 10-15 minutes after a cold engine start. Once hot, I have to hold down the On button for a few seconds to get it to set. Sometimes it takes a few tries. Its possible my new sensor is already having issues, but I haven't dug into it.

  • @ChevyGirl37
    @ChevyGirl37 Месяц назад

    I just ordered one. Can you add a privacy channel to these?

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy Месяц назад

      Yes. They may have changed some of the default settings, but mine had the second and third groups of entries set with tones. They can be changed as well.

  • @AmbassadorEarl
    @AmbassadorEarl 2 месяца назад

    I thought I recognized noah weather channel 3. Your in the same region that I am.👋

  • @alexkram
    @alexkram 2 месяца назад

    I did a simplex test with my friend 8 miles away and my Super Stick GMRS worked great retracted but was much worse when extended. Weird and not what you are getting here.

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy Месяц назад

      It should do better extended, especially at that distance, assuming all environmental conditions were equal.

    • @alexkram
      @alexkram Месяц назад

      @ yeah it’s surprising for sure. It’s my best handheld antenna retracted though so I’m not complaining.

  • @joedusel
    @joedusel 2 месяца назад

    Awesome video! Now to fix mine. Thanks!

  • @ridgebachmann2965
    @ridgebachmann2965 2 месяца назад

    This got me the info I needed to get it out. Thank you.

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 2 месяца назад

      Glad it helped

  • @kellymichael7362
    @kellymichael7362 2 месяца назад

    Did you happen to spray brake clean on the new rotors to wash off the packing oil off? That may have been a contributing factor to your rotor warpage. Thanks for video though. It was still helpful.

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 2 месяца назад

      hmm i dont think so. I did wipe them down with a wet rag to get the dust off.

    • @kellymichael7362
      @kellymichael7362 2 месяца назад

      @@Soladaddy Yeah, unfortunately brother they may have been the cause. Not saying that it was, but I do believe that the pads will glaze if the oil is not cleaned off the rotors. New rotors have to have brake clean or some other similar cleaning agent to wash off that oil, before assembly, so as to not cause functioning issues. Thanks for the reply and good luck brother.

  • @dustoff499
    @dustoff499 3 месяца назад

    No radio that I’ve seen puts out advertised power. There are variables outside of the lab test environment that prevent this - you proved this.

  • @marsoelflaco5722
    @marsoelflaco5722 3 месяца назад

    Water pooling by the flange.🙋🏽‍♂️ Misery loves company. Too bad modern plumbing technology doesn't match up with most 15+ year old sinks. Mine is well over 20 years old.

    • @stackedhippiechick
      @stackedhippiechick Месяц назад

      My sink is 24 years old and having the same problem around the drain. I have the old drain and the lip is considerably thinner than the new ones, hence the pooling of the water. I am going to hit some different plumbing supply houses and see if I can find a thin lip drain.

    • @marsoelflaco5722
      @marsoelflaco5722 Месяц назад

      @stackedhippiechick You can also try not using the gasket and only use a good amount of plumber's putty in its place.

  • @johnvergados2228
    @johnvergados2228 3 месяца назад

    How you take out the stupid baskets ? Can. I.have a link to part 1 ? Thank you.

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 2 месяца назад

      Sorry for the late reply. Here it is if still needed. ruclips.net/video/drr03aJnOZs/видео.html

  • @richardbarkley9909
    @richardbarkley9909 3 месяца назад

    Where did you source your rotors? How are they holding up? I'm just doing mine today 9/21/24 and I ordered Motorcraft rotors and Motorcraft premium blue HD pads.

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 2 месяца назад

      Usually local auto parts store, because the shipping is crazy expensive.

  • @richardbarkley9909
    @richardbarkley9909 3 месяца назад

    "Tacky" to me (in grease) means sticky-I wouldn't suggest using something that might cause the slide pins to stick. Many use NAPA Syl-Glyde on the caliper slide pins....

  • @donalderickson-si8ww
    @donalderickson-si8ww 4 месяца назад

    I own the bigger antenna and us it for my base operation that will not com off that little one is a joke

    • @dustoff499
      @dustoff499 3 месяца назад

      I think for the price point and intended purpose, the little one will work just fine - no joke.

  • @mjcz5853
    @mjcz5853 4 месяца назад

    Looking at the 916. Is the UV9G much better for the extra cost? Really like your videos.

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 2 месяца назад

      Thank you. The 916 is solely setup for GMRS and to me has no issues with intermod in high RF environments. The 9G has many bands, color screen and 2 receivers. Its a lot if just using GMRS on occasion although the twin receivers is great to have. Can scan with one and then keep the other on a primary freq. The 916 has most features wanted in a GMRS rig, has a larger, less tinny speaker which I really like, the screen can be seen in full sunlight and it feels more durable. Its a tough call.

  • @yankee7664
    @yankee7664 4 месяца назад

    I have a small secret...for all of you.....the comet 2x4 antenna also works in the 220 mhz band..🤫.....yes the 220 mhz band....you don't have to believe me....make you own test...🤔.... i live in a island..the sun, rein and the bad weather don't give a brake to this antenna also the salt of the sea that come's whit the wind,,,,😎....I have mine since 2005.... I always keep it clean

  • @PatrickHarris-tc3dh
    @PatrickHarris-tc3dh 4 месяца назад

    Great job, thanks for the video. My only issue is how do you work on a job like this with short pants on? LOL Thanks

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 4 месяца назад

      Thanks, its hot 9 months of the year in Florida.

  • @jayfromtexas6718
    @jayfromtexas6718 4 месяца назад

    Glad I don't have friends.

  • @joshuajuarez3471
    @joshuajuarez3471 4 месяца назад

    Bro you showed every thing but the damn hose. You don’t have to remove all that.

  • @Adamsik505
    @Adamsik505 4 месяца назад

    Watched 5 minutes of your a ding dong 😂 you are the bro science problem hahaha

  • @Adamsik505
    @Adamsik505 4 месяца назад

    You don't even use Superhet radios 😅😅

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 4 месяца назад

      Have plenty of superheterodynes and they still need a ground place for useable readings.

  • @stevenkirkpatrick8973
    @stevenkirkpatrick8973 5 месяцев назад

    Doing it by flashlight? Why aren’t the room lights on?

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 5 месяцев назад

      The lights were on but not enough made it in the freezer. The flashlight hosed up the camera's sensor, making it under expose. It's bad.

  • @donalderickson-si8ww
    @donalderickson-si8ww 5 месяцев назад

    G M R S channels are 15 repeater through 22 repeater and will be 45 watts out on my radio should be at least 40 since you did not read the book going into a 60 watt repeater on a towerand go 20 miles I am W R X N 824 out of Minneapolis Minn.

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 5 месяцев назад

      Glad you are getting 45 watts out of your radio. No I didn't read a book about going into a 60 watt repeater because I didn't use a repeater in this power test.

  • @COURTNEYCOLE1000
    @COURTNEYCOLE1000 5 месяцев назад

    THANK YOU FOR THE TEST,

  • @tuvoca825
    @tuvoca825 5 месяцев назад

    I reversed the order of drawer to avoid those tabs on the slider-drawer altogether. Empty the drawers first. Especially the top one for this method.... I clicked the tabs on the inside of the metal rails of the big (lower/main) drawer, to pull it out. Then I removed it but sliding it out with its rails, careful to tuck them in while supporting the drawer as it is pulled out to not put pressure on those rails. With that drawer and rail removed. I then pulled forward the top drawer of the freezer conpartment, until it hangs down because the bottom drawer is gone. It's easier than fighting those tabs. Not everyone can do this without breaking something so... beware.

  • @enriquealvarez3267
    @enriquealvarez3267 5 месяцев назад

    Thanks for great videos . I have a 99 7.3 project and your videos are very easy to watch. Thanks for posting and to glad you still have the 7.3 . I have a late 99 7.3 , 350

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 5 месяцев назад

      Thanks. This truck is an endless source of topics.

  • @hinds90
    @hinds90 5 месяцев назад

    Are the inner and outter beearings aind races the same

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 5 месяцев назад

      No they are two different sizes.

  • @hinds90
    @hinds90 5 месяцев назад

    Juat want to say thank you for posting this. Seems the only video up on it.

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 5 месяцев назад

      That's a big reason why I post. Not much on 2WD models.

    • @hinds90
      @hinds90 5 месяцев назад

      @@Soladaddy lol I had a time just trying to find the hubs/rotor. Had to search for rotors instead of hub bearings and the races come pre installed. I just changed the races and bearing on the rotors I already had. So they didn't make many 2wd dually extended cabs

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 5 месяцев назад

      @@hinds90my last rotor set was acquired from a local auto store and I couldn’t find a store that had a pair. One rotor box looked ancient.

  • @hinds90
    @hinds90 5 месяцев назад

    Curious how i search for the hubs and bearings? Same truck but extended cab

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 5 месяцев назад

      I updated the video info with parts I used. Mine is a dually so they may differ for a SWR.

  • @TheRealRenn
    @TheRealRenn 5 месяцев назад

    My Wouxun KG UV9G Pro GMRS does not perform in the real world any better than our Retevis NR30s, TDH3s, B00fwang UV5R or UV5G plus....and they all (except for the Retevis) use the same Smiley Antennas that you are using. In fact I have to say the Retevis NR30s usually out perform all of the others in simplex or repeater TX/RX

  • @soylibre
    @soylibre 6 месяцев назад

    Hi, how do i replace the rotor only. Mine is 97 f350 4x4 and I could not find rotor and hub (where the wheels are bolted to) in one piece. I have the new rotors but i don't know how to remove the old hub

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 6 месяцев назад

      Not sure on the OBS or 4x4. I know the SD 4x4 hub is totally different.

  • @frankp215
    @frankp215 6 месяцев назад

    Only thing I would do different is use an old pad instead of the wood to push the pistons in on the caliper. Great video!

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 6 месяцев назад

      That's a good idea.

  • @erikcummings8560
    @erikcummings8560 7 месяцев назад

    Thanks man. Just did my e350 super duty after watching your video. Very helpful

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 6 месяцев назад

      Good to hear.

  • @longpeter-cw3sg
    @longpeter-cw3sg 7 месяцев назад

    Is short 1/4" rachet amd socket works wonders for those 4 bolts

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 5 месяцев назад

      I see a shorty ratchet and wrenches in the future.

  • @davidkelly7485
    @davidkelly7485 7 месяцев назад

    Am I the only one who knows you can put the lug posts of the hub through your dismounted wheel and this holds the hub steady when you torque the brake rotor on?

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 6 месяцев назад

      Duh, okay I need to remember this next time. thanks

    • @charleseleeiii
      @charleseleeiii 6 месяцев назад

      Clever!

  • @randykitchleburger2780
    @randykitchleburger2780 7 месяцев назад

    Okay, you made me do it. I have it and I like it.

  • @stevegreer1963
    @stevegreer1963 7 месяцев назад

    Great video. I think a range test between the old and new would be a great comparison video. Maybe test them with other antennas also. Thanks! 1:36

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 7 месяцев назад

      There should be a little gain from 5 to 8 watts, but now I'm curious to what the receiver filters have done to the receive capability.

  • @Built05STI
    @Built05STI 7 месяцев назад

    These cameras suck. Never again.

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 7 месяцев назад

      I hope the new cameras on the market are better than this one.

    • @WesDuncan
      @WesDuncan 4 дня назад

      Yes. They're so expensive for being so low quality. A cheap set from Amazon offers a higher resolution and more features for a fraction of the price.

  • @jsmcguireIII
    @jsmcguireIII 8 месяцев назад

    Thanks for this. Be nice to do the same test connected to a roof mount antenna. When cell coverage fails we use MURS in heavier timber and terrain and GMRS on a repeater over further distances. BAOFENG UV5R @4W

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 7 месяцев назад

      I plan to get back to this topic with better antennas. Waiting for those rare moments not in suburbia where moving vehicles can skew the reception results.

  • @duenge
    @duenge 8 месяцев назад

    Watched several videos on this antenna. Ordering one for my pickup, I have a new HT, and I know an external antenna will help. I only have 2 repeaters near me, and they are linked. I do not want or need an antenna with 30ish inches in length....This one seems perfect. Thanks!

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 7 месяцев назад

      I do change them out on occasion. While I like the extra reach of a 5/8 over 5/8 wave, this little 5/8 is what's been on my truck for the past 6+ months.

  • @SK-rj1ti
    @SK-rj1ti 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you for the video! I got the 8W version just a couple of days ago. So far very impressed with the receiver! I always complain about direct conversion radios de-sensing on big antennas. It doesn't seem to happen with this one at all. Very good receive audio, too. According to my meter, it puts out ~7W on simplex and repeater GMRS channels. The only downside is that not all antennas fit. They seem to fit, but there is no RX or TX. Unfortunately, one of such antennas is the presumably "genuine" Nagoya 771G antenna from BTWR. The good news is that Smileys work well, so I can always use the telescopic Superstick with it if I want to. Thank you again!

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 8 месяцев назад

      Time will tell but this 8w version seems like a killer value. Yeah its not a name brand, but even my older "Japanese" rig's performance goes down hill with age. It's hard to dismiss the price differences.

    • @SK-rj1ti
      @SK-rj1ti 8 месяцев назад

      @@Soladaddy What is your power output on VHF set to Medium? Mine is a bit low, less than 1 watt. Not a big deal, just wondering.

  • @yebonuts
    @yebonuts 8 месяцев назад

    What part of florida are you in?

    • @Soladaddy
      @Soladaddy 8 месяцев назад

      Outskirts of Tampa.