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Feb 21, 2008 | 09:15 PM

1983FORD

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but i want a cb for my truck?

anyone have one or know where to get one for a good price?

im new and didnt know where to post this
this is the only topic ive posted under

thanks !

Feb 21, 2008 | 09:25 PM

Sycostang67

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I've had pretty good luck with the Uniden and Cobra base model CB's, I think I have a Cobra 29XL. They usually run about $50 and can be purchased almost anyplace that sells electronics. Just make sure you get a good antenna. You will do better with a cheap radio and a good antenna than with an expensive radio and a cheap antenna.

Feb 21, 2008 | 10:44 PM

chad85

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I'm getting a cb for my '85 from radio shack. CB's look right at home on these trucks....they are so '80's!

Feb 21, 2008 | 10:47 PM

1983FORD

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yeah they do

Feb 21, 2008 | 10:52 PM

dragogt

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From: conroe tx

if you get the chance take it to a cb shop and have it peaked and tuned, you'll get much better performance out of it.

and as previously stated DONT skimp on the antenna, it will make all the difference.

Feb 22, 2008 | 12:01 AM

uncle.stosh

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10-4 there good buddy.

Feb 22, 2008 | 12:26 AM

Piffery1

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I've seen a number of them in thrift stores such as Goodwill, Salvation Army, etc. I bought my 40 Ch. Panasonic in perfect condition complete with original box, manual, mounting bracket and screws for $10 at Goodwill. Bought a 40 Ch. GE at a yard sale for $2.50 but I never have hooked it up to see if it works. Bought a couple of nice antennas on ebay where you can find just about anything you could want in CB.