OK to clip on an extension to the stinger to get up to 29.600MHz FM? KD4E
740610
I would think that if you shorten the stinger, it will tune better for 29.600 mhz.
100177
Yes it will need a long clip on antenna for Short Wave. I use a 3 foot long clip on wire and move the radio around until you can hear the broadcast clearer. Typical for Short Wave. Keep the radio away from noise makers.
1074937
G: the antenna is made for 11 meter CB radios. Any band other than that is a compromise. I use mine on 10 mtrs with no tuner at all, and with the optional ground radial kit, it works great! I have used it a little on 6, 12, 15 and 17 mtrs with an MFJ 949 tuner, and it works, but you don't know how much of your transmitter's RF output is being given off as heat instead of going to the antenna. I have auto tuners, but for DX work I always fall back to a manual, and the best MFJ manual tuners are good tuners. Enjoy your stick, but remember, it's not even advertised as a multi-band.
2038185
Yes. Add that with the booster, you better not be holding it close to your ear or fine crystal. :-)
2135512
No. It's an actual tuning knob like the main tuning. You can tune the entire range of the radio with it, just in smaller steps (down to 10Hz.)
2216140
I live in the country as well I have my antenna 15' high. Also have a booster that has an fm trap on it. It supposedly keep the radio signals from interfering. They are not expensive and made a big difference in my case anyway.
258467
I am sorry,I use F4T5/BL light for DynaTrap insect killer,I don't have a Stinger.
94423
You sure can! It sounds great you have to match the cars tuner to the number on the device, i picked 94.3 because there isnt many stations near 94' s in my area. Pick something lower near that area makes it sound better!
1874247
It is not necesaary to make any tune, just installed mine with a Torqued Performance AP map to maximize power output. These maps are more agressive than the ones I researched at Cobb Tuning or other supplier.
1021019
Also, if your running high power it can make it swr hard to tune down. Make sure your coax is not coiled up anywhere. Make sure your coax is 18ft long and make sure you ground well it will make a huge difference. Good luck :)
833392
Yes, you can get a 6 inch extension rod and that will make 108" which is perfect for an 11 meter band which is a 40 channel AM radio. Should work great..
768008
Sure can, but be on the safe side and make sure U have your tuner set for no baffles.
2108193
If you can hit a repeater pretty far. Personally, I hated this radio. The programming is very difficult with no help from the manufacturer. I'd get a Kenwood (as I have) 2 meter radio. Superior service, and trusted. I'd honestly "Stay away" from this radio..Best wishes,WS6GTO
2037867
I think it's 88 .1. to 108. Auto Tune stop with the strongest signal. You might try backing off on the anttena a bit.
1342940
Yes you can, but only a specific range. I believe it's 14-69 for off air. Looks at specs for correct range.
2218302
Good question. I am going to open it up and see if I can clip the beeper connection.
711516
There is a MARS/CAP "extended transmit" mod documented for this radio. Google "FT-8800 Mars/Cap mod" for more information.