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terron gregg
10-12-2007, 02:25 PM
looking to get one but want a relitivly cheap and small one to keep out of the way east side (MESA)
GRUNT
10-12-2007, 02:30 PM
The CB exchange is in mesa, they can answer questions for you. The bgi time CB guys here probably could help you too...
Cronoh
10-12-2007, 02:35 PM
Yeah, heres the info its on Main St, in between recker and Power Road, on the North side of the road, tis called The CB Exchange, head out there, that guy is a guru and sells everythign you need form microphones, the CB, firestiks, all of it.

CB Exchange (480-844-7200, 6336 E Main St in Mesa)
phxtoad
10-12-2007, 02:38 PM
Radio Shack sells their basic small CB for $60

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Digger
10-12-2007, 03:40 PM
radio shack
Polka Dot
10-12-2007, 03:53 PM
Fry's Electronics sells them as well. They have a number of models available, long antenna cables and numerous mounts. They also had a number of different GPS sets too.

You'll still have to hit up a 4x4 shop though if you're wanting a firestick antennae, Fry's doesn't carry those.
terron gregg
10-12-2007, 03:57 PM
went to cb exchange was out the door for a decent price thanks
jperez
10-12-2007, 04:27 PM
went to cb exchange was out the door for a decent price thanks

if you dont mind me askin?! what is a decent price?? :D
xjstocker
10-12-2007, 06:31 PM
hey terron i live around the corner form them. i got one question... what the he double hockeysticks are their hours?
YJunk
10-12-2007, 06:34 PM
don't forget 4 Wheelers sells firestick antenna's too!!!
redwolf_747
10-12-2007, 06:47 PM
there is one on craigslist in gilbert for $35
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/pts/447252221.html
here is the link to the add
terron gregg
10-12-2007, 07:29 PM
hey terron i live around the corner form them. i got one question... what the he double hockeysticks are their hours?


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terron gregg
10-12-2007, 07:30 PM
110
if you dont mind me askin?! what is a decent price?? :D
jperez
10-13-2007, 10:00 AM
110

groovy thanx!
Washington_XJ
10-13-2007, 11:22 AM
Was the guy at exchange an ahole to you? For future stuff or install help I highly recommend Apollo, its a bit of a drive from Mesa but well worth it IMO.
jperez
10-13-2007, 01:09 PM
did they install it too??? im thinkin bout gettin one off craigs list.... but....
Washington_XJ
10-13-2007, 05:05 PM
did they install it too??? im thinkin bout gettin one off craigs list.... but....

Who? I think they both do but like I said I would much rather deal with Apollo
terron gregg
10-13-2007, 06:26 PM
no i did it was pretty simple actually if you need help i can help but you would have to drive over here good year is way to far
jperez
10-13-2007, 06:38 PM
I appreciate the offer! but with gas prices they way they are i probably just have someone install it!! LOL! :D

Again thanx for offerin'!
SquarEyd
10-17-2007, 06:30 PM
When installing a CB, do you have to get it tuned? If so, does CB exchange Tune them?
terron gregg
10-17-2007, 07:47 PM
i didnt get mine tuned but i plan on it im sure someone on here can do it
Washington_XJ
10-18-2007, 10:38 AM
When installing a CB, do you have to get it tuned? If so, does CB exchange Tune them?

No you dont have to get it tuned, but it is highly recommended by any CB shop you goto. I went to Apollo and they said it'll work either way but the range and clarity of the radio would be much better (up to a mile or 2). Like anything else, CB radios can always be upgraded but it takes $, fortunately Apollo tunes the radios installed by them for about $10.

My next investment will be getting the radio amped and PA speaker :)
Cave Gimp
10-18-2007, 12:00 PM
My next investment will be getting the radio amped and PA speaker :)

Technically using an amp on a CB is illegal. See the paragraph below from the FCC website. You are only allowed 4 Watts on AM, which is how most CBs operate. Spend the money on a better antenna setup if you are looking for a better signal.

LINEAR AMPLIFIER BAN
Users may not raise the power output of their CB units. That would be unfair to the other users sharing the channel by raising the level of radio noise. You must not attach a "linear," "linear amplifier" or any other type of power amplifier to your CB unit, Moreover, you must not modify your CB unit internally. Doing so cancels its certification and you forfeit your authorization to use it.

http://wireless.fcc.gov/services/index.htm?job=operations&id=cb

On a side note if you want to transmit at more power and have cleaner signals and therefore much better communications capability, become a HAM. :)
Washington_XJ
10-18-2007, 12:25 PM
Oh no, my reception is just fine- I have the Wilson 5000 peaked and tuned to the Uniden unit I have and roof mounted (which will gain me much better reception than any wrangler set up) The problem is I can hear people in other cities but they cannot hear me.

I wasnt aware of it being illegal, good to know but tons of people have them amped anyway.
Monkey4X4
10-19-2007, 01:16 PM
Apollo is worth the drive for sure. They will sell it and tune it in perfect for you if you install it and bring it back. For the most part they have many new and really nice used gear as well. I am a west side boy relocated to Gold Canyon and I would still drive there for there service and equipment.
Monkey4X4
10-19-2007, 01:19 PM
Craigs list does not guarantee it will work, just a great sight to find things. Be careful when buying electronics from there. Its usually not worth that risk. to easy to sell a non working unit.