ExRocketScientist
Laurel, MD
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For traveling in groups FRS/GMRS radios have replaced CB -- less foul language and higher quality audio. Beyond that, cell phones have pretty much replaced CB.
The FCC solicited comments a little over a year and a half ago about making changes to the service but then decided to leave it alone. One of the big problems with it is the number of people using illegal amps and the natural phenomenom of skip.
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Shot-N-Az
Va
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I removed mine at the end of last season. I don't think I turned it on a single time last year. Just don't see the need for it.
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Monaco Montclair
Virginia
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dont leave home without it. happy-camping-----cobra
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Monaco Montclair
Virginia
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a moble unit is bout 40/60usd ALWAYS HAVE A BACK UP NO ? ASK happy-camping
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beemerphile1
I'm 57, I'm not a
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I have a CB installed but seldom use it. Too much nonsense on channel 19. I use it like said during traffic problems for information. Sometimes I leave it on but adjust the squelch so the only transmissions I hear are from someone extremely close. That way if someone at your back door tries to hail you, it will come through.
Supposedly the RVers channel is 13 but I have never found another RVer on air. It would be great if other RVers monitored the airwaves, so we could share info and say hello.
Even if you are on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there.
- Will Rogers, American actor
2006 Weekend Warrior FK1900/1998 Ford E150 4.6L = 8MPG
2009 Aliner Sport/2009 Pontiac Vibe 1.8L = 22MPG
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wolvereeny
SE Michigan
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Ours saved us possible damage when a trucker told us a rear jack on our M/C trailer had dropped down and was dragging on blacktop. Also very useful in traffic backups.
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boogie_4wheel
SLC, Utah
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Have a CB on my motorcycle but not in the truck (yet). Riding around I listen to the semis but it is usually quiet unless there is a wreck or the like. More radio traffic on the open interstate. I leap-frogged with some semis on I-40 from Albuquerque to Flagstaff one time and we BS'd the whole way; helped the time go by.
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daveshan
Durango Colrado
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Required equipment for our Jeep club and most member's tow rigs have one installed so I put one in the MH. I run Uniden 520XL Pro in both my Jeeps, truck/camper and the Alpine.
They're reasonably priced, have very good reception/output and are rugged. The 520 has ANL and RF gain, and no useless (for the trail) addons.
Don't really turn it on much unless I'm traveling with a group. Makes it nice for coordinating fuel stops etc.
'99 Alpine 36SDS/8.3 ISC 330 Cummins
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'05 Lance 845
'06 Super duty SC/SB 6.0
Upgrades include: StabilLoads, Air Bags & Timbrens,Swaybars
Usually towing an '01 Wrangler, lifted/locked on 35"s or a mildly built '98 Cherokee on 33"s (only one locker)
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Starfire5
Florida
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Our daughter and son-in-law gave us one for Christmas for the RV. Haven't used it yet. We had one about 30 years ago and it was a blast back then. Sounds like they're not so popular anymore, but it seems like they could be helpful in certain situations. They bought us a Cobra. May daughter said it had good ratings when she compared brands.
FINALLY got my RV! - proud new owner of 2009 Winnebago Outlook 30D Ford E450
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Ole Man Dan
Gadsden, Alabama
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mowermech wrote:I have a Midland CB in my Jeep. Most clubs REQUIRE one for trail runs!
A couple years ago, I took the tests and became a General Class Amateur Radio Operator, so I also have a 2-meter rig in the Jeep. It works much better than CB!
I also have a CB walkie talkie... and... I carry a 2m Handi talkie.
( KD4ZXZ )
I seldom use either unless there is a traffic snarl or standstill...
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