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CB Antenna Setup

Clear, practical guidance for mounting, checking and tuning a CB antenna.

Pickup truck with a CB antenna mounted on the bed rail
SWR meter connected between a CB radio and coaxial cable on a workbench

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How to Tune a CB Antenna With an SWR Meter

A practical channel-by-channel process for finding an antenna mismatch and making the right adjustment.Read the guide →
Analog SWR meter connected between a CB radio and coax cable on a repair bench

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How to Use an SWR Meter for a CB Radio

Connect, calibrate and read an SWR meter with a clear process that helps you spot antenna problems before they become bigger ones.Read the guide →
CB antenna mounted on the bed rail of a pickup truck

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SWR High on Channel 40 and Low on Channel 1: What to Adjust

Learn why this SWR pattern usually calls for a small shortening adjustment, what to inspect first and how to test it safely.Read the guide →
CB antenna mount secured to the bed rail of a pickup truck

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How to Mount a CB Antenna: Location, Grounding and SWR Checks

Learn where to mount a CB antenna, how to make a sound electrical connection and what to check before tuning with an SWR meter.Read the guide →
CB antenna coax cable and connectors beside a radio and SWR meter

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CB Antenna Coax Cable: How to Route, Connect and Check It

Route CB antenna coax safely, check connectors and spot cable problems before you make an unnecessary antenna adjustment.Read the guide →
Semi truck with two tall CB antennas mounted behind the sleeper cab

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Best CB Antenna for Truckers: Choose the Right Setup

Choose a CB antenna for a working truck by matching the antenna, mount, coax and clearance to the way the rig is actually used.Read the guide →
Technician checking an analog SWR meter beside a CB radio on a repair bench

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SWR Higher on Channel 1 Than Channel 40? What to Do

SWR higher on channel 1 than channel 40? Learn what that pattern means, what to inspect first and how to make a careful antenna adjustment.Read the guide →