I could not say how good or bad this CB is. Considering the tolerance in items like this, one may 'talk' real well, the next may not. A good tech can go inside and peak a radio to improve performance.
To tune an antenna a SWR meter is needed. Ask around, someone you know may have one burried in their garage. Tuning the antenna is not hard to do. Like most things, just takes a bit of patience. Adjust length by about 1/8 in. or less and re-test. Remember to close the door and stay away from structures that could interfear with the signal. Basic rule - shorten for hi channels, longer for low channels.
FWIW I have a TRC-442 waiting for me to do the install.

dave and Xtoy - along with other projects
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[This message has been edited by DaveDatsun (edited 02-19-2001).]