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Originally Posted by ism minerals
Has anyone used the space above the driver side window for a vhf/uhf fold over antenna? I am looking to be able to easily fold over the antenna when needed while driving on back roads. If i put it on the roof it will add around 3 ft to the top of the bus which I do not want while driving back roads. I am worried about shadowing as there will be 8-12 inches of curved roof right next to the antenna if I use a 90° NMO mount
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I would just go with an NMO mount 1/4 wave dual band. 2m/70cm 1/4 wave is only 18" or 19".
I have used an existing NMO mount in the location you describe for a small 2/70 radio and it seemed to work but I only had it in the driveway to tie in to local repeaters and 2m calling so I couldn't address any directional issues.
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