Weboost OTR antenna install

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Apr 7, 2018 | 09:43 PM

puckett_jw

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Weboost OTR antenna install

I have been trying to figure out where to install an antenna for a we boost cell booster, and decided to mount it onsite the radio antenna. I fabricated a small bracket that works like the radio bracket & fits under the bolt for the fender. I thought that I would share as I have seen some questions that people have had about installing an antenna for the we boost. It does not get in my way from the driver's seat, but I do notice it. It is almost inline with the pillar, so it really does not get in the way. I do wish that the top of the antenna was not as thick, but the coverage is awesome, so I would do it again. From the picture it looks taller than it is, but it is about an 1" taller than the cab.

Apr 9, 2018 | 06:16 PM

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Are you running a Weboost booster with the antenna too? Where did you mount that? Also, do you have any pictures of the bracket?

Apr 9, 2018 | 08:07 PM

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I am running the Drive 4G-X OTR Truck kit (SKU: 470210). I have it mounted all the way in the back behind the rear seats. The coax was just long enough. I have power coming from one of the uplifter switches. As for a picture of the bracket, I don't--I should have taken a picture. I will try to get one tomorrow.

Mar 23, 2020 | 04:40 PM

AKDV

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Dusting this thread off to see if you have those bracket pictures...getting ready to do an install myself.

Mar 25, 2020 | 06:58 AM

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I think I'd go incommunicado before I put the monstrosity in post #1 on my truck.

Mar 25, 2020 | 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Poncho450

I think I'd go incommunicado before I put the monstrosity in post #1 on my truck.

Agree, it looks so strange almost like a Tikki Torch instead. I realize its functionality, but imagine if it come off and hit the biker behind you on the freeway.

Mar 25, 2020 | 08:27 AM

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Agree, it looks so strange almost like a Tikki Torch instead. I realize its functionality, but imagine if it come off and hit the biker behind you on the freeway.

I'd never considered that. But I just might be that biker!
Thanks for the tiki torch reference. I knew it looked like something familiar but I just could not place it.