I just recently acquired a 1991 Mazda Navajo 4WD SUV -- essentially a
knock-off of the Ford Explorer. I plan to install antennas on it for
2m/440 and HF. Power levels are not likely to be an issue, as I use an
FT-817 which only puts out 5w. I have a mag-mount for the VHF/UHF
frequencies, and I have a monster four-magnet mount for HF. What I
would like to know is if there are any concerns for this vehicle about:

1) Placement of the antennas;
2) Where to feed the wires into the car; and
3) Anything else you can think of to be cautious of.

My present plan is to put the VHF/UHF antenna in the middle of the roof,
about over the back seats, and run the coax in through the little vent
window on the passenger side. The big mag-mount will probably go near
the back of the roof, with the coax coming in through the back hatch.

Comments or suggestions welcome.

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-- //Steve//

Steve Silverwood, KB6OJS
Fountain Valley, CA
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