FPR1981
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As I was killing time recently, I was watching some videos on the President Virginia UP (formerly called the "New York") compact mobile CB antenna. It was reviewed by a couple of experienced radio operators and they had decent things to say about it. I found that fascinating, considering that the whip is just shy of 20 inches and it looks more like a modern AM/FM antenna.
Both reviewers seemed surprised at the decent amount of range they were able to get out of it. President claims a rating of 250-watts P.E.P., but I think I'd be afraid to hit this little guy with more than 100. I also noted that it uses a very thin coaxial cable, which would also concern me.
While I personally would not choose this antenna on MY vehicle, I see this as a great compromise for the married CBer, who wants to put a discreet rig in the wife or girlfriend's vehicle. Has anyone here tested one of these?
Part of me wants to drop the 70 bucks to try one out.
Both reviewers seemed surprised at the decent amount of range they were able to get out of it. President claims a rating of 250-watts P.E.P., but I think I'd be afraid to hit this little guy with more than 100. I also noted that it uses a very thin coaxial cable, which would also concern me.
While I personally would not choose this antenna on MY vehicle, I see this as a great compromise for the married CBer, who wants to put a discreet rig in the wife or girlfriend's vehicle. Has anyone here tested one of these?
Part of me wants to drop the 70 bucks to try one out.