Can this be mounted without the magnetic base? I'd prefer to thread it into a mount on my Jeep's spare tire rack, if possible.
206950
The threading is smaller than the universal thread for typical mounts. Besides using an adapter (which may be pretty difficult to come by), it will not fit. Best to use a Firestick in my opinion.
206951
I agree. Look at the Firestiks or Wilson antennas if you want to thread mount it. I posted a pic of the antenna disconnected from the magnetic base if you decide to go this route.
2280186
The rack goes through the tire and does not come in contact with the circumference/ rubber of the tire. I see no reason why it should not functional even with the flat tire mounted.
735363
Well, surface mounting might be a problem because the rails and magnet extend below the plastic flange (somewhat visible in the second photo). Plus, there are four blobs of solder where the wires are hooked up. But my caliper says the magnet/rail combo is .752 inch deep (19.1mm), total. The bottom of the plastic housing flange is .69 inch (17.53mm) from the apex of the curve on the rail. The flange is .134 inch thick (3.4mm). Hope this helps.
713288
No, it is not magnetic. You could possibly attach velcro to it, but it will not hang on anything by itself.
1691448
Vertical antennas generally need base radials. With a mobile mount such as this one the metal roof of the vehicle supplies that. If you have a house with a metal roof it should work fine. My mag base antenna works fine on the metal roof of my porch, if I bring it inside and set it on the wooden floor it doesn't work well at all.
2057827
I can't see any reason it couldn't be mounted to a pickup . I welded a mount on the front of my John Deere Gator .
905781
The magnetic mount makes it so easy to remove the 3597 (IMHO the biggest/most important feature of this particular model) that I'd remove it from the mount - you have less long-term wear and tear from heat cycling the unit and less chance a thief sees it mounted and tries to steal it. The unit can take it, but in the hot Florida sun I wouldn't make a habit of it.
2135769
You can unscrew the coil from the mount. A weather cap is also included for when you do this.
94151
No magnets are used on the bases of this model of antenna. the base has 2 1-1/2" piviting rectangler plates that pivit to 1 side and allows you to slide the base of the antenna into the hole where the old antenna use to be. you might have to have someone make a spacer ring out of some sheet metal and wield it in place incase the hole is too big?
745369
magnets can be put on, but keep in mind that high winds could blow it off. If you have a truck, I would recommend a back rack of some sort.
1403561
Yes you can but it is a little tricky due to the whole thing being plastic. Alignment is the key or the magnets will not hold it in the retracted position. You will have to be careful and use small screws and placement is critical. It isn't designed for it.
219496
I didn't try that method of mounting it, but I don't recommend it...as it would be very vulnerable to damage from other vehicle's bumpers, fender-benders, etc.
641377
It comes with one that is already attached to the base. Clean the surface, peel off the strip and apply. After seeing your question it occurred to me that the 3M Command adhesive strips might be good for this. Then you could easily remove and move the mount to other surfaces. I'll have to experiment with that to see if it is strong enough. For instance put the mount on my helmet, then remove it and put it on my ski or the front of my vehicle, etc. Let's try it and see how it works. Thank you for stimulating that idea!
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Looking at the one I have, I don't think I would mount it without protection from the elements. Direct rain wouldn't do it any good. My manual that came with it said nothing about where to mount it, only leave space for air circulation. I'm using mine in a 5th wheel camper. Hope this helps. Great product.
1809410
It has a 1/2" round post on the bottom which fits into the included clamp mount. it is fairly heavy so the base would have to be wieghted
1589620
No as it is not magnetic and it does not work to well anyway so don't get it. Use a plum bob and line up the vertical line with it.
1413195
Yes, if you have a mounting spot, youigjt have drill a hole. I put mine in my spare tire