Will the trucker antenna work better than the antenna that comes with it? What is the best antenna for my rv?
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The Trucker Antenna is "top loaded" or has what used to be called a "beer can" on it, to help tune the antenna, a little bulky and maybe prone to damage. To choose the best ask: Are you willing to cut a hole in the roof? If so I would recommend an NMO mount and antenna - these will give a solid, permanent install. I suggest this because an RV tends to find branches once in awhile and the NMO mounted won't get "swept" off the roof like a magnetic mount, and all your wiring is protected inside the body of the RV.
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I used the booster and antennae on my Northern Lite truck camper. I wanted an antennae that I could fold down flat against the roof (so it would not catch on overhanging branches, etc....) if I go boon-docking/off road camping. I purchased the marine antennae and mounted it. To the best of my knowledge, the trucker antennae has a fixed base that is spring loaded (this would not meet my needs for off roading).
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then answer this question that means I have to dismantle my antenna. to be honest with you I'm not happy with the bracket. it was a terrible fit for my truck and I found myself modifying it with a ball peen hammer. if you're going to look for a bracket I recommend you to go to a truck stop and check out what they have. for me it was a waste of time and money. I'm sorry that I could not give you a direct answer
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Sure will, I have that radio and antenna in my truck. But, it's a 5/8 antenna. Not the most efficient. A larger antenna will give you better coverage. Depends on what you want sticking out your vehicle?
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The stock antenna works good but I believe you will be satisfied with another antenna. I just ordered another one to try to see which I like better.
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I lived 20 miles from dallas, and the signal quality was not good. Also I tried to move the antenna around to find the right signal strength but still made no difference. I would try to look for an antenna that goes on top of an rv they seem to be better built for distance and signal strength.
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I cannot answer you on this question, when I bought my boat, it came with the radio/antennaand broke my antenna, I bought a new antenna and have to route the cable and the whole works. No I cannot help on this issue for I just want the same antenna on my boat with same model. Good luck, Charlie
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As yet have not received the antenna....might not get it till round the end of the month. So, if you find out about a good mobile mount for the four band antenna, I would like to know. I plan to mount on top of a one of my luggage rack arms (GMC Envoy).
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As far as I know the amplifier and booster comes in the antenna the meter helps locate the strongest signal. By turning the dial and looking for the highest numbers hope this might help .we always had antennas on every rv we've owned this is the best of them. Have a blessed day and a merry Christmas. Ted
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Works great. Comes in clear. Of course the range will be greater with the antenna on top of the vehicle. I also found the radio alone has good range.
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Due to the low angle needed this might not be the best choice. A stand alone dish would be your best choice. I own an RV repair service so feel free to call me anytime with questions. Shayne. Two Zero Eight Two Five One 9543
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I have a telescoping antenna from a previous HDTV OTA tuner that has a heavier and magnetic base, however, it doesn't have any better/worse reception than this "V" antenna, which is so flimsy, each individual antennae isn't strong enough to stay in any fixed "up" position. Because the antenna is removable, pickup a cheap larger HDTV antenna and give it a try.
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I installed the jensen powered antenna on my volvo, but the stock antenna works way better. In my experience, Pioneer stereos have good FM reception. I have a booster in line with the antenna, but it doesn't help much.
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we get all the channels except local channels, in RV we get all channels and the local channels. At next location, you will get all channels and the new location local channels. My reception is great but dish gave me 7 different #'s to use and finally spent $95. for a tech to set up.
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on mine i had to do auto tuning but i also had to connect the cable tv cable that was not operational to the back of this power antenna then out from antenna to tv make sure antenna is pluged into wall and turned on this worked for me but this antenna still wont ge every channel so i ended up going to radio shack and put up an outdoor antenna that worked perfect and gets every channel crystal clear it was 37.00 this antenna is the best iv ever used and will recomend it to anyone it has a 50 mile range from the mountain where signals are transmitted try this and good luck to you gary
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Yes. This antenna works well with DTV signals, particularly UHF, which most stations broadcast in since the DTV conversion several years ago. The antenna is directional, so it needs to be pivoted, using your HDTV signal strength indicator as a guide. There is an accessory that claims to increase the reception on this unit. I do not have that accessory, however, because there is inadequate space to hold it between the antenna head and my RVs AC unit. As far as the reception on its own, within about 40 to 50 miles of transmitters in the Pensacola/Mobile television market, the antenna picks up all signals. Once you get out to 65 miles or beyond, those stations pixelate, and I have to rescan my TV to pick up other markets. Overall, I am happy with the antenna.
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Hi Dawny, if I recall correctly it was the booster, some clips to hold the phone to the booster, a swivel stand that clips on to booster if you want to attach it to your dash board, a mini USB cable and cigarette lighter USB charger. I contacted Wilson and they sent me an adapter for free so that my old "trucker antennas" could be pluged in to the booster. In the RV I use it powered with a USB mini wall charger and in the Truck I use the cigarette lighter-USB charger. I have one antenna on the roof of the RV and one stuck with a magnetic foot to the roof of the pick-up truck. Hope this helps. Let me know if you need any other info. Hi Dawny, if I recall correctly it was the booster, some clips to hold the phone to the booster, a swivel stand that clips on to booster if you want to attach it to your dash board, a mini USB cable and cigarette lighter USB charger. I contacted Wilson and they sent me an adapter for free so that my old "trucker antennas" could be pluged in to the booster. In the RV I use it powered with a USB mini wall charger and in the Truck I use the cigarette lighter-USB charger. I have one antenna on the roof of the RV and one stuck with a magnetic foot to the roof of the pick-up truck. Hope... » Read More Hi Dawny, if I recall correctly it was the booster, some clips to hold the phone to the booster, a swivel stand that clips on to booster if you want to attach it to your dash board, a mini USB cable and cigarette lighter USB charger. I contacted Wilson and they sent me an adapter for free so that my old "trucker antennas" could be pluged in to the booster. In the RV I use it powered with a USB mini wall charger and in the Truck I use the cigarette lighter-USB charger. I have one antenna on the roof of the RV and one stuck with a magnetic foot to the roof of the pick-up truck. Hope this helps. Let me know if you need any other info. « Show Less
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Mine has the exterior antenna on my RV plugged in. The plug is the same connector for an interior or exterior antenna. The coax connection has been plugged into RV parks as well with good reception. It does use a coax connection and not a flat wire that connects with screws.