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Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by Thacrow, Jan 29, 2024.

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  1. Mar 10, 2025 at 7:52 AM
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    Its a fine spot for overlanding. But don't be the head of the pack at far distances.

    Its also a great antenna, love mine.
     
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    so there’s how mine breaks down…just didn’t know if I had to use the toothclamp or spacer for “technical” reasons

    should I sand the top/inner/bottom of ditch bracket so ALL brass has contact?
     
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  3. Mar 10, 2025 at 8:10 AM
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    Looks good. That antenna doesn't really need a ground plane and using the powder coted mount is just fine. Though i will note the same possible limitations with range to the rear of the vehicle. Just fine for overlanding.
     
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  4. Mar 10, 2025 at 8:17 AM
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    Soooo don’t sand n eventually move it to the rear…check
    Eventually would put it higher? Maybe on a rotating/folding mount? Also the idea of 3db/different antenna…
    I kinda threw it together cause I was supposed to go off-roading but the trip kinda fell apart…thus, with the free time…finish projects so next time I’m all set

    Appreciate it people
    Majorly
     
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  5. Mar 10, 2025 at 8:42 AM
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    Most ideal on a 4Runner is higher on the roof for well balanced range with a good ground plane and you can swap for a longer higher DB antenna when needed. But the ghost antenna is really good for off roading on hilly areas. I bring a longer/higher DB antenna for long range for on top of hill or more flat surfaces.

    Like this here:
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    Higher DB's vs Lower DB's:

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    Ripper238, Mar 10, 2025
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  6. Mar 10, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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    Works fine at the front of the pack. :anonymous:
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    figured Id add to the meal.
     
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    "at far distances"

    Ghost antenna is a great little antenna but doesn't have the long range, add a windshield and rear cargo area blocking the signal your not going to get 5+ mi range. But still good in small groups for off roading no matter where you put it.
     
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  9. Mar 10, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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    Fair enough. Last time I pushed the limit on it we were in a canyon spread out by about 4-6 miles. It didn’t give me any trouble so my buddy and I agreed it was good to go.

    Still picks up when my handheld won’t. Still transmits with no trouble as well. I think for 99% of users this setup works fine... Even with it being mounted in a less than ideal position.

    The ghost antenna actually outperforms many larger antenna's though. So I'm not sure about your statement about it not having long range.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0E9c2Jlndmg
     
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