I checked that this weekend. On weaker FM broadcast signals I do hear the gain of the FM receiver cutting back while I'm transmitting, but not on the stronger radio stations. This is a common mobile radio antenna location for Jeeps, I haven't heard of anyone reporting any equipment issues.
I worry about that, too, but my car spends most of its time in my driveway with a camera on it. When I park, I find front and center locations where a bad actor would be noticed. Also, it takes only about one minute to pop off all the holders, disconnect the Yaesu head, and remove the radar...
It's the AUXMART item I mentioned. I see Amazon is not presently carrying it but it's quite similar to this: Amazon.com: u-Box Wrangler JL Cowl Light Mount Windshield Pillar Cube LED Pod Light Brackets for 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Jeep Wrangler JL & Gladiator JT 2018-2023 (Does not fit •...
VERO VR-N7500 50W Dual Band Mobile Radio GigaParts.com
There are a few Youtube videos on this one. Headless, uses an App. I have no personal experience with it.
Yeah, this wasn't meant to start a philosophical discussion on the merits of the different radio services. We're just sharing install ideas, antenna locations, etc.
Maybe one of these days Jeep will reserve space for radios, it seems so many of us have them.
Hey there -
I thought I'd share how I installed my FTM500DR amateur radio and Midland MXT-275 in my 2022 Gladiator.
Key parts:
GMRS: Midland MXT-275 with MXTA26 whip (NMO)
Amateur: FTM-500DR with Larsen dual band whip (NMO)
interior: (1) RAM Mounts Tough Track and various RAM parts, (2)...