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Old 06-01-2009, 08:39 AM
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Vertical Vs. Horizontal polarization, easy 3-6db loss....
Cross polarization losses are typically around 20 db.

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Reflection from metal bumper, which would be within about 2 inches from the antenna itself....
Between cross polarization losses, and the effects of proximity to the bumper, it's a fair bet taht it won't work well, and probably lots of directions where it won't radiate at all.

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Looking @ vhf/uhf @ 110 watts...

Suggestions?
That's a lot of power to waste...

Why don't you tell us what kind of car it is, so people can suggest better locations.
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