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Interesting article on mobile antennas by Cebik. . The article offers advice for setting up and operating mobile antennas for ham radio use. It emphasizes the lossy nature of mobile-in-motion antennas but encourages users to rise to the challenge. Steps include safeguarding car electronics, choosing proper cabling, and carefully selecting and mounting antennas. It highlights potential issues like roof mounting, trunk lip grounding, and side-mounting for trucks. For stationary operation, options like dipoles or beams are explored, with safety tips for masts and guying systems. Lastly, it stresses safety, suggesting stopping the vehicle to operate whenever possible

Pickup truck stake pocket antenna mount by geotool

How to have a way of elevating an antenna connected to the mobile rig in your car or truck.

I wanted to mount an amateur radio antenna on my truck that was more permanent than the magnetic mount on I already had, but I had a few specific design requirements for the project.