what antenna should i use?

[dway87]

hello all. i recently bought an 07 chevy silverado and want to put my uniden 78 elite in use again. the only thing is that i don't know what antenna set up to use. i was thinking about using a hood mount with the wilson 2000 antenna but i don't think it will work since the center load won't be above the cab. i really don't care for the roof/magnetic mounts but will use them if i have to. thanks!

 

[W5LZ]

Will that antenna work on the hood? Yes, maybe not the best in the world, but it'll work. You might also think about mounting it on one of the bed side rails. Or, if you have more money than needed, there's a plate that will mount underneath the third brake light. Has a 'shelf' extended both to the rear and forward to mount lights on. Seen one in 'J.C.Whitney'. Unfortunately, they think it's worth much more than I do!
- 'Doc

(I've got a Silverado too.)

 

[dway87]

haha. yeah i am sure jcwhitney overpriced it. a magnetic mount won't be too bad i guess. most important thing is that it works. i want to get a real good antenna and i know the 2000 will be good.

 

[dway87]

i found a wilson 2000 antenna with a 22" shaft. will that be a pretty good option as well to use on the hood mount?

 

[74IN]

27" Predator 10K bed mount.

 

[Master Chief]

74 is right if you want the best of the best.

I would go for a roof mount Wilson 1000, however! Its hard to beat!

If you must go for some kind of fender mount or bed mount, the P-10K followed closely by the Wilson 2000.

 

[dway87]

ok sounds good to me.

 

[dway87]

would i need any other parts other than the antenna and mounting bracket (i.e. springs, studs, etc...)?