I am thinking about picking up my first CB. It won't get a ton of use, so I am just looking for something cheap that will get the job done. Anyone have any suggestions or know of what specs to look for if I try to find something on ebay?

 

got mine at radio shack

 

cobra 19 is alright, somewhere around $30 at walmart, the antenna is the most expensive part

 

What type of antenna should I get?

 

the antennas have a wide range of options. it all depends where you want to mount it. hood, door jam, etc. once decided you can go from there. i mounted mine on my right side of the jeep near the hatch. i had to drill two small holes to mount it but im happy with the way it looks. look up firestick antenna's there pretty popular among the 4x4 community.

 

I have mine also mounted on the driver side....

As far as what type.. the longer the better and the more of the antenna above the vehicle the better.

I am running a 102" whip that is about 13' in the air, with where I have it mounted.

 

Holy crap that is a long antenna!

 

Yeah there is probably another 3-4' you can't see in that pic..

 

102'' Go long, works best.

 

I was thinking....for groups riding close to each other, would handheld "walky talkies" work? Will these pick up cb stations?

 

Personal i like this unit. http://www.quadratec.com/products/96080_990.htm Just because its small and would work for what i neeed it to. I do not need epic range just something to hit some distance.




Outstanding Features of the 75 WX ST: Feature Benefit SoundTracker® The first patented technology that dramatically improves the transmission and reception of CB radio signals. The result is a cleaner, clearer sounding CB with more "powerful" transmissions and less static or noise on reception. 40 CB & 10 Weather Channels 10 Weather Channels. Complete access to all 40 Citizen Band Radio channels. 10 National Weather Channels (7 NOAA and 3 International) provide full coverage to keep you informed of weather conditions anywhere you go. Remote Mount System Remote installation box installs out of sight under your dash and the quick disconnect allows removal of the handpiece for security or use in other vehicles. Dual Watch and Full Channel Scan Dual Watch allows simultaneous monitoring of any two preselected channels. Full Channel Scan allows you to scan all 40 channels. Instant Channel 19 Instant access to information Channel 19 with a single switch of a button. Full-Featured LCD Display Panel All the information you need is provided from this LCD display panel. Choose normal CB channel readout or five digit frequency display.

 

I like that one, but a bit rich for me when I still need an antenna. I really need armor too and should probably prioritize that first.

 

ya get both coasts on that thing? thats the longest antenna ive ever seen

 

Myself i would hunt Craigslist... you can prob get a CB and Ant for 10 - 20 bucks....or a pawn shop....

 

this is what ive got..cobra 29LTD bluetooth...its in my truck during the week, and when i go wheeling, its in the XJ