CB antenna questions

[Towncivilian]

I'm looking to mount this antenna from RadioShack. I think mounting it on the fender would be the simplest way to mount it. Will something like this work fine as a mount + cable? Will I need a spring?

Edited May 2, 2011 by Towncivilian

[Rick13]

I use a similar hood mount from FireStik and paired it with a HD spring. I spend a bit of time in tight brush/trees each summer so I like having the spring (bent it completely 90 degress just yesterday) and I got the HD type because a couple friends had complained about the light/medium duty whipping in the wind while driving on the highway.

 

I think it might be a little bit personal preferrence (everyone has an opinion on this kind of stuff) and a determination of where you'll be spending a lot of your time whilst using the CB.

 

I didn't read up on the antenna. If it isn't stiff/fiberglass and more of a whip-like antenna, then maybe you won't need the spring.

[Towncivilian]

Radio Shack reviews seem favorable in terms of durability. Even if it breaks it's only $20. I rarely (never) go off-road (2WD + open diff + highway tires = fail) so my only enemy is wind and maybe drive-thru height limits. Can always buy a spring later if I feel it's required. Not quite sure why I'm installing the CB radio even, but it's likely useful for notification of traffic/accidents on the highway by truckers or emergencies in areas where there's no cell reception. Or maybe it's not worth wasting the money, still torn about it.

Edited May 3, 2011 by Towncivilian