M1009 Antenna for CB

[my86m1009]

Is there any antenna base and mast that can be used with a cb?

 

[ramcatdoc]

A bunch are using the AB15 base with MS116/117/118 mast. The 118 has to be cut so the TOTAL length, base included, is about 110 inches. I'm in the process of doing this setup for my M1009, and I'm almost done. You can G--gle these components. I got mine from a surplus radio supplier for roughly $50. I had a piece of sheet metal cut and drilled to fit my existing bracket - much easier than mounting the correct bracket. My original bracket's center hole was to big. Hope this helps.

 

[my86m1009]

Thanks ramcatdoc, i will have to search the model number to find them, i would like my antennas to be fully functional and not for just show, would you mind Pm'ing me a pic of the base and mast to make sure i'm looking at the right ones?

 

[quickfarms]

Interesting

 

[cpf240]

Search is your friend. There are a few threads on this subject. There is even an antenna base / mast combo that does not require any cutting, and fits the CUCV antenna mount without any adapters needed.

 

[my86m1009]

Alright, yea sorry i'm new to this forum, I will have to search that

 

[cpf240]

No worries! It all takes some getting used to. For the antenna, start here: http://www.steelsoldiers.com/cucv/77117-military-antenna-cb-radio.html

 

[my86m1009]

Thanks for the link!

 

[cucv1833]

Thanks ramcatdoc, i will have to search the model number to find them, i would like my antennas to be fully functional and not for just show, would you mind Pm'ing me a pic of the base and mast to make sure i'm looking at the right ones?

Im running the the AB-15 and Ms116-117-118 Bought the whole kit off ebay around $40-50 and hooked it up to my Cobra CB. 1 hr install and I was on my way. Mines cut down 110" Do a search Good luck. There I lot of different set ups but I found this the easiest and looks good


http://www.steelsoldiers.com/cucv/83553-ab15-cb-setup.html?highlight=AB-15

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/cucv/77117-military-antenna-cb-radio.html?highlight=AB-15

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/cucv/76014-cb-radio-install-need-some-ideas.html?highlight=AB-15

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/cucv/58732-m1009-antenna-antenna-base.html?highlight=AB-15

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/cucv/29335-military-antenna-cb.html?highlight=AB-15

 

[CycleJay]

Hi guys,

Here is a link to a vendor online that has the AB15/M116/M117/M118 base/mast combo for sale:

http://www.bpbsurplus.com/lc/cart.php?target=product&product_id=18406&category_id=420

Hope this helps.. Good day,

 

[my86m1009]

What do you use to cut the mast, is there a special way to do it?

 

[cucv1833]

What do you use to cut the mast, is there a special way to do it?

Its just copper tubeing...

Use a pair of pliers ( Lineman-Dikes )

 

[my86m1009]

Alright thank you!

 

[tennmogger]

Actually, the MS type sections are hard steel tubing with light copper coating. If you crush them they split so you can't cut them with pliers or diagonal cutters. Not even a tubing cutter works. Best way to cut them is a grinding disk, or score them around the outside with a file then break them, and file down the sharp edges. Be sure to plug the cut end with epoxy or RTV to keep water out. The steel will rust from the inside.

Bob WB4ETT

 

[my86m1009]

Alright, once i can locate two bases and masts then i will start making them, thanks for the help guys

 

[camp9]

Whats the reason for cutting them down? I thought the longer the better.

 

[Rustygears]

The antenna needs to resonate at the transmitting frequency to avoid reflections back into the unit. This both maximizes power transfer and avoid overheating the final amplifier stage of the CB. 110" is the best compromise resonant length for the 11 meter wavelength that the 40 CB channels fit into. 110" is 1/4 wavelength and forms half of a 1/2 wave dipole (the vehicle body/frame acts as the other half called a counterpoise). There are other lengths that one could use, but 110" is best. 220" is next.

 

[camp9]

Thanks much, You have a talent that I hope to acquire some day. I ordered a ab 25 with the mast, so I'm all set now for when it comes. Now to figure what the best cable to is to hook it up.

 

[my86m1009]

camp9, where did you order it? I cannot find one for the life of me!

 

[ryan77]

Cut it with a angle grinder with a metal cutting wheel!!!