Thanks Ari, so I guess I wont bother w/ the handheld. Is the cobra 75 the model of choice?

For most of the NJAX and MAXC members? Yes. It seems to be. It's compact, fairly easy to install and works well. And it's not awful expensive.

Reading this thread, it sounds like NJAX needs a CB Install Day ( or ahould I say, Hour). I'd be glad to help, but all weekends in July are N/G for me. If you set one up in August I should be able to make it to give a hand to anyone that needs it. Could also bring a SWR meter for checking antennas.

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