Using a CB radio
Growing up, my grandparents always had a CB radio in the truck. I have one from my old truck, but I have not hooked it up in my new truck, 13 F150. I am curious if anyone still uses them? Also, if you...
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416Rigby wrote:
Ditch the CB radio and look at getting your amateur (HAM) radio license. I have 2 hand held radios set up with 3 different truck to trailer freqs set on them. CB radios were fun when we were kids.
The license is FREE from the FCC and there should only be a very small $5 to $20 fee for who ever administers the test.
+1
I had early notice that there was a bad wreck on I-75 through local hams who happen to be talking, I was able to take an alternate route and save myself from sitting in traffic.
There are databases you can download the repeaters for whatever city you plan to visit. It's also fun to talk with locals as well.
