"VHFRadioBuff" wrote in message
...
Thanks for the replies. I'm really trying avoid hooking the radio up to
the
battery. I've got it hooked up to the battery in my other car right now,
but
will be switching over to the Sable soon. I'll have to check the owner's
manual
to see if it says what the amp rating is for the Sable.


Why are you trying to avoid hooking direct to the battery? It is generally
the best solution for a mobile rig. This minimizes the chance of things
like alternator whine on the incoming or outgoing signal and any other type
of interference that might be picked up by the car wiring system and
delivered to your radio.

Dee D. Flint, N8UZE