Where can I find a mobile emergency cb radio for the car?

[spdfile1]

I've been casually looking for a mobile cb for the car. I do not want to mount it permanently as I have enough radio's already mounted. I want one that comes in a carry case that I can stick in the trunk and pull out when I take trips. Any ideas!?!?!?

 

[davidgcet]

just buy a regular mobile, a mag mount antenna, and a cig plug. wire the plug on the end of the power cord and there you go-handy CB withough hard wiring it in.

 

[spdfile1]

just buy a regular mobile, a mag mount antenna, and a cig plug. wire the plug on the end of the power cord and there you go-handy CB withough hard wiring it in.

Yeah but I saw someone makes an "emergency" one that comes in a hard plastic case. I want to say uniden but it's like 70-80 dollars. I wanna go cheap. Lookin to see if there are any other types?

 

[mike_gain]

Several models used to be on the market. None with very good range. I saw a used one at a flea market today. Also saw several small 40 ch mobles for 5 to 10 dollars. Many years ago before cell phones I did what davidgcet suggested. I bought a very small moble added a cig lighter plug and mag antenna and gave it to my mom and dad to take on trips. The best thing is they gave it back when they got a cell phone. Find a small case of sorts to store it. This will be your best bet.

 

[canav844]

Are you talking about the raido Boxes that come with Mobile CBs in them that are promoted toward truckers that are in and out of different company trucks everyday?

 

[wyomingmedic]

Most of the emergency type CBs have antenna that have telescopic antennas that are not suitable for use while driving. They are also very difficult to use as in there is not microphone, you have to pick up the entire thing and hold it to your face. They also do not have good speakers. I would certainly avoid these items.

Like was said, a cheap CB can be had from garage sales for under $1. If you were closer to me, I would GIVE you 4 or 5 CBs. I have boxes full of them. Dunno if they work, but I use them as rifle targets. I have accumulated many over the years.

Couple that with a cheap magmount antenna from RadioShack, and you would be set for under $20. Toss it in a tupperware container in the trunk and you are ready to go. And it would preform a lot better than the emergency setups.,

WM

 

[canav844]

Dunno if they work, but I use them as rifle targets.

Does being hit with .308 effect the FCC certification?:lol:

 

[SmitHans]

Yeah but I saw someone makes an "emergency" one that comes in a hard plastic case. I want to say uniden but it's like 70-80 dollars. I wanna go cheap. Lookin to see if there are any other types?

A brand new Uniden 1001 from Radio Shack goes for $30. You can get an antenna for $20. $50 and brand new equipment. Cheaper than the "travel emergency" radios.

 

[mike_gain]

Using one of those Glad or Ziplock containers will be even cheaper than Tupperware.

 

[freqs]

For years ive used my 148 in cars and trucks on trips i have a hump mount made of plastic that i velcro the radio to or i just stuff it between the seat works well for me .But go on Craigslist you can find a set up Radio and Antenna for around 20 or 30 buck used or as said Radio Shack has deals on them to .
But if you buy used from someone use you head check it out first that it works

 

[fischlerpromo]

Does being hit with .308 effect the FCC certification?:lol:

Hell No!

Just wacks it a bit out of tune.

 

[N4JKD]

I had a Radio Shack emergency radio @ one time with the telescope antenna. Worked mediocre @ best. I agree that getting a mobile cb and using a cigarette lighter plug and mag mount antenna is ideal.