Wow, Just noticed...
 

56-hundred-some-odd posts in the Baja Forum. That's like double the second most visited owner's forum. We've got a lot going on in here!

Just saying "Hey!"

:cool: :) :D ;)

I noticed that too. To much time on my hands or what, but I always check the total # of posts before I log in and go to Baja section.

Great group of guys and gals on the Baja forum.

We will be at 6000 soon.

Thanks everyone.

Mark

Hey Mark (DOCK HOLIDAY),

Did you wire your vhf radio to one of the aux switches? And what type of antena did you use?

Frank

Frank,

The antenna I used is the stainless Shakespear 5241R on the stainless steel adjustable mount. It is on the starboard side of the boat within easy reach.

Yes, I did use the accessory switch for the radio. There are two on my boat that seemed to be open and not working anything.

That worked out very nice.

I will post a picture tonight that shows it better.

Mark

Definately a great group!:D

Mark: and that's precisely what they're there for. People just can't go very long w/o adding gadgets and gizmos!:D

I already used up my extra switches. We just can't leave things alone can we.:D

Mark,
Thanks that is what I had in mind. Have the same antena and mount. Just hate the fact of drilling those mounting bolts!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! for the base.

Frank.

Frank,

Believe me, I know how you feel. This is the second one I have done and it gets easier.

Remember- Measure twice drill once.

The key thing is to make sure what is behind the deck before you drill. You don't want to mess up any electrical wiring, hydraulic lines, cables, etc. Also want plenty of clearence for bolt heads.

Make sure you use split tip drill bits. They have a small point that sticks out. These will not walk on you and work great on fiberglass.

Good luck
Mark

Baja342,

I've got a raymarine VHF on my boat... 4' fiberglass Shakespeare Galaxy 5400-XT antenna. I almost bought the metal one, but I liked the fiberglass antenna better...

My antenna is mounted on the port side of my boat, and the radio under the helm. I didn't use a switch, just the knob on the radio. I usually take it out when I put the boat away anyway.