Installation On Silverado

where is the best place to install? And please let me know what is the best intenna to purchase ?

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Answer #1: Posted by Troubleshooter101 on December 31st, 2016 10:19 PM

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Most important, you'll have to be able to easily reach your radio's buttons safely while you're driving. That means mounting the radio in or on the dash might be the best place for accessibility. You could mount it under the car seat, but then you not only wouldn't be able to reach it easily - you couldn't even see what channel you're on or any of the other functions.

Also, don't mount the radio behind objects (such as the steering wheel) that would block your view, or where it will be in the way of the driver, passengers or the movement of the seats or (oops) the gearshift. Make sure that the radio would not damage an airbag that deploys. Some folks mount their radio above the rear view mirror, but then the mic cord might hang down, distracting the driver. Or, even worse, the mic could spring free, hitting the driver. So, be sure that you have a good mic mount, such as: an adhesive mic mount; or a magnetic mic mount.

Be sure to mount your radio in a spot where it won't be rained on, get grimy, kicked or bumped, or have sodas spilled on it. Also, protect it from the sun, either by mounting it away from the sun or by making a UV protective cover for it.

Last, but not least to many people, is mounting it where you won't have to disfigure your new or classic car with unsightly screw holes. Other aesthetics include considering the color of the radio, using a black mounting bracket for better style, and matching the radio's lighting scheme to your dash colors.

CB Radio Magazine put together a helpful resource including pictures of different mounting locations.

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