Looking to mount antenna for my Yaesu FTM400. I have a Platinum with sunroof and don’t want to drill holes. I have seen fender mounts but not fond of the look protruding out of the body line . My idea is to try and put it on drivers side cowl and mirror the AM/FM antenna. Anyone got pics or know of a bracket? I know jt will require some custom work and drilling the cowl but I think that looks cleaner. Pic for attention

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Following as I will be mounting the same radio to my F250 when it arrives.

 

I haven't installed mine in my truck yet, (actually its been gathering dust, I really need to be back into radioing) but I've been looking at stake pocket mounts for when I do. Maybe something to consider?

 

I have been looking at this one but have not bought it yet.
https://www.rightchannelradios.com/p...ood-mount-2017

 

Too pricey for me but I like this idea Third Brake Light Antenna Mount - 2017 - 2021 Ford Super Duty (bulletproofdiesel.com)

 

ForeverFixing - I saw those but that protrudes from the fender line.

Msudenga - too pricey and I don't want to risk a leak.

Found this in when I searched. Granted its a 2006 F350 but the idea
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...50-dually.html

 

This was the same way I mounted my HAM antenna on my Jeep Liberty. Minimally invasive and the hole on the plastic can easily plugged up. If I remember correctly I used a Comet UHF trunk lip mount that I bent and hard mounted to the top of the firewall.

 

I would suggest a headache rack for mounting if you do not want to drill holes. Mounting low may give you more clearance in garages but it will have issues with SWR on the A Pillar and all that RF in the face just makes me uneasy. Also higher is better....

 

Jimmy - I don't TX much. Mainly want it for an emergency but I like the APRS so my family can see where we are.

 

Here’s mine. Drivers side is 10m/11m. Custom bracket mounted to the hood hinge bolt. Holds up ok with a 3ft fire stick. Passenger is 2m/70cm on a hood bracket.

 

I need to get the cowl off and do some recon. Too many other projects on the shelf that need to be installed though

 

That's nifty, but is it made from gold or something? Bitcoin perhaps?