It's Extremely Easy to Install a Mobile GMRS Radio

There are pros and cons to having a handheld GMRS radio vs a hard mounted and wired mobile radio. In this video I talk about the benefits and disadvantages and show you how I installed a Midland Microbilie GMRS radio in my Ford Bronco.

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[CraterBeSilly]

Well made video. To avoid fire, make sure you put a fuse (and maybe also a breaker) on the electrical wires very close to the battery. If the wiring gets pinched or the insulation rubs through the fuse will cut the power. I saw another overland YouTuber burn up his off-road rig because he fused inside the passenger area of his vehicle. He even used his fire extinguisher. He was left stranded in the middle of nowhere.
And food for thought: A 50 watt GMRS radio gets REALLY HOT with extended talking, so it should be mounted in a well ventilated location.

Finally someone who actually shows you the “install” part in a video! I’ve seen countless videos that claim “install” in title but all the show if the unboxing and then the radio turning on and it’s feature!! Thumbs up for you sir!

[willys-]

40 yr trucker offering my 2 cents here: you can get 'em in a pack, but very short bungee's are nice for hanging the mic from above. The metal hooks on either end are good for affixing one end from somewhere on the ceiling/roof or maybe sun visor (wherever) and then the other end (usually) at the point where the cord spirals. If you get your placement right, it can swing all day long without hitting anything (or anyone!) but it's always within reach, even for on-going conversations. DOT pulled me in at the St George Utah Port of Entry a few years ago for a level 3 safety check. When he opened my door he said, " Oh. I see you have a CB. You're Old School. Don't see CB's very often anymore." No wonder it got so quiet out there! Lol! Thanks for all the great videos. Now... where to put everything in my '59 Willy Wagon!

[AllenJeter]

A tip on the double sided tape in a vehicle. If you are using 3M VHB tape there are many different varieties for different purposes. You want to make sure you get a heat resistant version. Otherwise on a hot day in the summer the tape will fail. Learned this one the hard way. You want 3M VHB 4991 it's gray in color it is what is on the go pro mounts and it works great. Some of the other variations will fall right off as soon as it gets hot.

[johnlone]

Cool vid! Thank you! I got my GMRS license a month ago and very happy that I talk with many users from all over the place. I got a Wouxun KG-SX20G 20W and has been serving me well. Reaching repeaters 50+ miles out while indoors. I just ordered the Wouxun UV9 Pro for my HT.

[msubulldogdotcom]

Nice clean install. The midlands with the controls on speaker mics open up a lot of options.

[Imolared_m]

These are my favorite type of Trail Recon videos!!

[griffinnoyer]

So excited to wake up and see another TR video! Amazing way to start the weekend

[LOVE-]

I just got this same Midland set up with the 6db antenna for both my son and I. Works awesome and the range is way better than I expected. Great set up Brad and clean install👍🏻

[Ecobeastsoffroad]

Great video, in my Bronco I used an ARB tire plug ream to puncture the same grommet and used the plug pusher to insert the wire. I know I sacrifice an inch or so of wire, but I know it’s water tight.

[stevenlabarbera]

Great video. Been mulling around in my head on how to mount my GMRS in my 2016 Wrangler. This video helped. Thanks.

[DiecastFett]

By far the best Midland install video I’ve seen

[wglsgary]

Nice 👍. I believe S. Cal. has a linked GMRS repeater network which can extend the range of your comms. For those willing to study for the Ham Tech exam, the Winsystem ( UHF/VHF) allows you to link to a 100+ repeaters including international coverage. 73!

[oscarb.]

Great video. Both jeeps and Broncos have some limited spaces for radios. The good thing about this particular radio is that is completely remote-mounted. Which is just that, “remote”. If you are having trouble finding a place to mount this radio in the spaces you were suggesting in the video, or perhaps you want the radio mounted in a completely different location, you are only limited to how long you can run an Ethernet cable and power cable with a coupler on the microphone end to connect the male end of the microphone connector. All my radios in my Jeep are mounted under the my cargo area in my Jeep. Tucked away, and all you see is the control head in the cab area. I’m not a fan of mounting a radio on the side near the driver’s legs. Locations as to where you can mount this radio are endless with just a few feet of power cable and an extended Ethernet cable and coupler to extend from the radio’s physical location to the microphone.

[cincicycles]

Very timely video. I was just thinking about these options a few days ago. Thanks Brad!

[EngiTrek]

Great video. Just thought of a con of the hard mounted radio. If your battery dies, your radio dies. Like you have said many times though, carry both. Pretty neat stuff!

[AllTerrainNation]

The Gromit hole is for the clutch - Nice video

[a-teamIL]

Nicely done, my fellow military retiree. Appreciate your guidance and tips!

[gremlin]

Me and my wife use the micro mobile and we love it. Whether wheeling or long trips it is a tool we have grown very fond of.

[HamRadio]

Great show. Those new broncos are nice