- Does it need tuning before use?
- Yes. Check SWR with a meter and adjust the whip length until readings are in range. Skipping this can hurt performance and stress the radio.
- Will the magnet hold at highway speed?
- On a clean, flat steel roof it usually does. On curved panels, aluminum or fiberglass it will not hold, and a permanent mount is the safer choice.
- What radios does it work with?
- It uses a standard CB connector and works with Cobra, Albrecht and most other CB radios. It is not for VHF/UHF or GMRS radios.
- Is a 24-inch antenna enough for highway use?
- It is fine for local chatter and short-range convoy use. A longer whip or a permanent mount will give better range on open highway.
- What is in the box?
- The 24-inch antenna with center-loaded coil, magnetic base and 9 feet of coax with connector. A radio and SWR meter are not included.
- Can I leave it on in a car wash?
- Owners report it survives rain and brush car washes, but remove it for touchless washes with high-pressure jets or anything that could catch the whip.
- Where is the RoadPro 24' Magnet Mount CB Antenna Kit cheapest?
- At The Home Depot, for $19.66, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the RoadPro 24' Magnet Mount CB Antenna Kit?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Walmart, Tractor Supply Co, Newegg.