I searched and couldn't find any recent posts about this, so I'm trying here.
Can anyone recommend a shop in Chicago (or nearby) for installation of a permanent hole NMO mount antenna on my vehicle?
Thanks.
Dennis
I'm in Chicago and I know of only one two-way radio shop in the city. What are the names and locations of the ones you can recommend?Where are you located?. There are plenty of places in the Chicago area
Thanks. I see they have a location in Elmhurst. I'll give them a call.Maybe Bearcom? https://bearcom.com/
Thanks, Will. I left Dave a message.Give Dave Clark, "The Alarm Guy" a call. He's located in Westmont. 630-476-5266. Tell him Will Sperling referred you. You must supply the NMO mount and connector you want attached to the other end. He does not check SWR, just installs the mount and runs the cable where you need it terminated. He will also install the radio, run the power, etc., for a nominal price.
Just to be clear, I'm looking for a shop that specializes in two-way radio installation. I'm aware that some audio/specialty shops have the tools and know-how, as well.Where are you located?. There are plenty of places in the Chicago area
Thanks. I see they have a location in Elmhurst. I'll give them a call.
It doesn't have to be a two way shop. Emergency vehicle upfitter shop also. So if you were to give more information I could point you in a direction as I have worked in the 2 way and Emergency vehicle upfitting business for over 20 years in the Chicago area. I also am good friends with W9WSS and know his recommendation.
Will, I spoke to Dave on Friday evening. He's a considerable distance from me, but I'll bring my vehicle to him to get a quote if I can't find anyone closer.I'm not familiar with Dave's pricing, but he's an excellent craftsman, and has done numerous jobs for lots of my referrals. I'm hopeful you get in touch with him, Dennis.
Thanks for the info. Too bad they don't have a Chicago location.RADCO, Glendale Heights...Radco Communications Inc > Home
Thanks. That sounds reasonable for an antenna install. But if I'm going the installer route, I'd like to have the whole job done by the installer.Check around on pricing. It should cost ~$100.
Bearcom likes to bill hourly (with a 1 hr minimum). Some shops have flat rate pricing for antenna installs. For a single, walk-in install I generally send customers to one of our competitors (since our pricing is a little high for just that and we don't have available techs on hand).
RADCO, Glendale Heights...Radco Communications Inc > Home
They're still open for business and are not about to close, according to the person who answered the phone at Radco.I heard that the owner of the building that Radco is located in sold the property. Radco may be closing their doors, and have chose not to re-open. This has not been substantiated, but then again, it may have already occurred.
Call 630-858-5212 which is their business number. They did the installations for the agency I worked for over 40 years.