President New Virginia CB Antenna. A Compact Stylish CB Antenna For Modern Cars.

[@Romin.777]

I am in Holland and this morning i listened to russians, and spanish guys talking with an italian with a magnet foot albrecht cbm 108 mobile antenna inside the house! Awesome hobby cb radio! :))

[@FarpointFarms]

That is some great range to hear- I can get Ireland and England some days when skip is good

[@Romin.777]

@@FarpointFarms I was amazed to hear them so clearly. Next step will be a amp and a proper antenna on the roof. Allready have a swr meter and cables to connect it all. Listening to radio has got a whole other dimension now. :))

[@simonnoble7589]

@@FarpointFarms iam in England , will listen out for you

[@flapper4579]

Just put that antenna on my pickup with the Bill. I bought them as a package and pairs good with each other. SWR meter doesn’t even move. Tested a 5-6 mile loop today on FM and never lost it on my base station. Can’t ask for more than that. Meets my expectations. Thanks for your videos they’ve helped me.

[@FarpointFarms]

Thanks for sharing your experience with it

[@kilotangoxray]

Eric I used the New York predecessor model of this antenna from President and it’s held up perfectly. Works great, low profile, and most importantly never falls off.

[@FarpointFarms]

Glad to hear that old one did hold up well

[@wvwildlifecam9159]

I got the President Bill with the New Yorker which is the same as the Virginia antenna. Its a nice combo for new cars with not alot of room for a radio. Got my radio beside the passenger seat console. Does exactly what you need it for just a few miles of range.

[@FarpointFarms]

Sounds like a perfect setup

[@millardscott5646]

Thanks so much for this review Eric. Now I am going to have to buy one for my car. I am a licensed ham operator, but I enjoy CB as well. One of the main reasons I don't have a CB in my car was that antennas were just too long. Now I have a great alternative antenna to take care of that problem. I think your review videos are great!! Thanks again...

[@FarpointFarms]

I am glad that I was able to give you an antenna idea

[@dustbat]

The outside antenna is solved here. Getting inside is an issue. Wonder how the small coax will hold up to being squashed by window? I have a radio in my truck but wife hates them in car due to installation of cable and there is no room in our Explorer. If I go on a road trip we will have a cb. In days gone by, I remember a radio that could be put in trunk or under seat and all controls were in the mike. Also once talked to a guy who had a hand held with a shakespear tied on that he held out the window. Could not believe how well that worked. Of course, I guess wind noise was an issue. On this set up shown I wonder if you can buy a replacement cable that just plugs in. As in past: always carry a spare mike. In this case a spare coax may be a good idea. Great video.🦇

[@JohnnyMullet]

This antenna is magic. I also have mine on a Mitsubishi Mirage and it works as good as my Wilson Lil Wil did. If on the back of the vehicle slanted back, it is more directional in the forward direction and signals behind you are quieter.

[@FarpointFarms]

Thanks for sharing and the directional tip.

[@RogerBrenon]

I've got these on 2 cars also. My range tests are the exact same as yours. About 5 Miles max on standard CB. One note on these.... If it's really hot out for more than 2 days, these antennas loosen up on me. Make sure you see if the antenna is screwed down hard enough once in a while. I get a flat 1,0 when screwed in hard enough like they're supposed to be. Cheers.

[@FarpointFarms]

Good tip to check the tightness after a bit, I never thought of that, but when I checked mine it was a bit loose. Thanks

[@simonnoble7589]

Good morning from England , love watching your show

[@FarpointFarms]

Morning, right back at you. Thanks for your support of the channel

[@simonnoble7589]

@@FarpointFarms have a great day

[@fargoalspach557]

Just wanted to say I soldered 2 spots in the board of my cobra18 ultra and it actually works now thanks for encouraging me to just try I mean I bought it for 5$ . I’m listening on it now but still waiting on my coax RG213 to set up my antenna because I only have a small magnet mount and swr is over 2 . Going for the mobile radio homebase setup with a used antenna I bought from a HAM guy its a 2 piece fiber glass 12’ length pole style no markings but has tuning rings and he said it works 50$ . Can’t wait

[@fargoalspach557]

Thanks again. The plumber.

[@FarpointFarms]

Good deal, and good luck!

[@Tank6883]

I have this on my wife’s Nissan Altima and it’s good for about 2 miles. Good enough for the wife to ask if we need bread or milk etc on the way home from work. Reaches the house cb just fine. My car however looks like a special ops vehicle with cb and ham antennas. Lol

[@FarpointFarms]

I can picture your car- There are some cars around here that look the same

[@clifffoltz651]

Think this antenna would work out great locally on my tacoma around town ! Thanks Eric !

[@FarpointFarms]

Thanks for watching

[@tdawg9736]

Very good review, I’m glad you did this I’ve actually had this antenna sitting in my amazon cart for a couple months and I was unsure if I should get it. I’m going to buy this one.

[@FarpointFarms]

That is a decent antenna- I have heard some great things on the IMAX

[@AndrewHCann]

Excellent video Eric :) also be interesting on both President antenna are just good as Wilson Magnetic mount Little Will are plus match even range to with on transmit and recieve ! I know some antenna shock me how good they did over years in CB radio in mobile ! My one school friend had back a Uniden PC 510 XL had peak also tune by tech with grey Magnetic mount base Cobra antenna think was 25 inches whip was on old 1980's Hyundai Pony got good range of 10 miles on quite times no skip but skip only 4 miles! I heard them in my base station good and plus mobile too! !

[@FarpointFarms]

I'm more interested in the Pony! I haven't seen one of those, or the Elantra in ages.

[@fernandosuarez5815]

Hi ! I’ve seen many of your videos ! Always great ! I have a 5ft k40 but now I have a small truck a Hyundai Santa Cruz and I want a smaller antenna I want to see your results on the smaller antenna Thanks in advance FSJR

[@FarpointFarms]

I have a range test video on this antenna but I like it. About 2.5 miles in traffic, 5 miles base to mobile.

[@dodgecrazy1970]

Hi there! Great video with lots of useful info for an novice CB enthusiast like myself, would you happen to know the dimensions of the antenna base? Thanks!

[@FarpointFarms]

Not the exact dimensions, but it's roughly 2 inches wide and 4 long.

[@johnblanton-fd3jf]

Nice antenna ! I have the President Florida UP , maybe one day I'll install it on my truck , to many projects not enough time .

[@FarpointFarms]

I can relate to the project to time ratio- I have been sick for a month now and I am really behind

[@johnblanton-fd3jf]

@@FarpointFarms Dang ! Hate to hear about being ill , must be the creeping crud flu !

[@wrem9706]

got one on each of my Priuses w/the President Bill II radios

[@FarpointFarms]

how are you liking it?

[@wrem9706]

@@FarpointFarms they are great only thing out here in Calfornication very few use them

[@wrem9706]

And I believe that I bought them on your recommendation along w/ the Uniden Bearcat 980

[@selfdefensept]

Eric, Great review as always.I currently have a President Richard installed in my truck, modified so that CB band is added. The antenna I am currently using is a Wilson 1000 Magnet mount. I get pretty good range out of it, but it is fairly tall mounted on top of the cab on my pickup. How do you think this new Virginia Antenna would perform vs my Wilson 1000? If the performance isn't that muck worse, I would rather run this antenna as it is much shorter.

[@FarpointFarms]

the Wilson will do better since it is taller

[@Maxid1]

I've got a 102" mag mount antennae like you demonstrated on your wifes' car(?) in the SWR video with the Cobra 75. I'm not sure how I'm going to mount it with my camper on the truck. I've got a 2006 F450 and the hood isn't flat to the sides where I was hoping to install it on the drivers side close as I could to the windshield on the side of the hood. Ideally I'd like to have an antennae on my campers roof so I'm probably going to have to get something else that'll work on the roof. I'm wondering what a back bumper placement is going to do to reception with all that camper in the way forward. Will I only hear behind me? I've seen that side roof bracket they use on campers but in my driving environment, that's going to last about a month on the outside and more than likely cost me money for the damage I do with it. I'll probably just install the radio in the truck and just see what happens when I put the antennae in various locations on the truck and camper. I'll need to figure out a disconnection point if it ends up on the camper. I do have that neat bluetooth mic so I can plug that into the 12v jack in the camper. I'm pretty excited about that! Parked at a rest stop hanging out in my camper with nothing but highway traffic right in front of me! Reminds me that I'll want to install the radio under the back seat because it's a crew cab. What's the effect of reception if I installed the 102" antennae on the camper roof back at like a 30 degree angle? Does it need to point up? Isn't "up" relative? I've already got an idea how to make that mount adjustable to be able to put the antennae straight up when I'm stopped, if that matters. And as long as I'm not keying the mic, I can listen all I want right? Since the SWR won't be matched for the reception testing. Sorry for all the stream of consciousness questions....But sometimes I don't know what I think until I see what I say!

[@FarpointFarms]

The camper would certainly change the radiation pattern. I'd go with a shorter roof mount for that setup.

[@ozone385]

A mobile to mobile range test would be a great addition to the mobile to base test.

[@FarpointFarms]

It's just me here filming. I can't drive two cars at one time. Sorry!

[@ozone385]

Do the same as when you do the mobile to base.

[@peterrock2838]

Looks nice - I would love to find a good solution for aluminum body Fords (without drilling into the metal).

[@stahpit1971]

Me too. I'm getting ready to move from a Tundra to F350 to haul a truck camper, i think I may need to do a custom steel winch bumper and mount antennas on that. I just don't like having the antenna up front with the vehicle computers but what choice are they giving us.

[@Hubjeep]

See if a hood mount is available.

[@peterrock2838]

I agree - bumper mounts seem like the only viable choice for a good antenna.

[@FarpointFarms]

Without drilling, you are going to be limited to a glass mount. They work too!

[@superpossum78]

Affix a neodymium magnet under your headliner for the base to attract to. Be sure to face it the right way so it doesn't repel your base though.

[@larryearlgosnell]

I ordered one but haven't received it yet. After ordering it I discovered the cable is only 12 feet instead of 17 or 18 feet like my other Tram mag antennas, so I don't know if I'll be able to use it on my 2019 Nissan Frontier. We will see, but not feeling very good about my purchase.

[@FarpointFarms]

Fit's my 2005 outlander with slack in the line. Fingers crossed!

[@jamesbeemer7855]

Well , I don’t like being obvious either . So that model of antenna looks good . But um , actually as close to center mass as you can get is the best if you wanna transmit . Receive ing is a no brainer . And I like the idea of doing as little damage to the roof of my car as possible . I have an antenna that recommended cutting a hole in my roof and running the coax over the head liner . And I’m like , nope , not going to happen . The only problem with magnetic mount antennas is water and dirt gets under them , cause ing a weakened ground to the vehicle body . But you just have to be vigilant , and clean your roof off now and then .

[@FarpointFarms]

Like you, I found an antenna that wanted to be mounted through my cars roof- that was also a big nope. Not even on an old beater car.

[@warchild57]

I recently bought a president andy II and was wondering which antenna you would recommend. The new Virginia or the lil will? I have a lil will on my truck with an old cobra 23plus and works good. I like the compact size of the new Virginia and the fact that its pre tuned. Would I be giving up much in the way of distance with the new Virginia vs lil will. What do you think?

[@FarpointFarms]

The lil' will will out preform the New Virginia for sure. I have both and love the new Virginia for it's size, but it's certainly a compromise.

[@chrisscott1547]

People don't realize that shortened antennas are usually very inefficient. A full size 1/4 wave antenna is about 108" and is efficient. Less than half of that, say 4.5 feet is a serious compromise but can be usable. Less than that, and the majority of your power is converted to heat. And yes, I am an an antenna engineer.

[@FarpointFarms]

Thanks for sharing- coming from an engineer

[@JTSCHENC]

Eric, are you going to do a review of this antenna with setting it up and testing it?

[@FarpointFarms]

Yes. The weather here sucks for the next few months, but come spring I will.

[@jasonbabila6006]

Considering that antenna is factory tuned, what president radio(s) that antenna works best with?

[@FarpointFarms]

So far I've used it with my President Bill (AM/FM) and the Taylor. Worked fine with both.

[@warchild57]

Is there really a difference between a regular cb antenna and a cb antenna that has weather band capabilities? I just picked up an old cobra 23 plus and it has 3 weather bands and it kinda picks up one and its kind of a cool feature

[@FarpointFarms]

There is a difference, the weather band antenna will pick it up much better

[@linikerfrank4252]

I paired this with a president bill 2, I've been picking up skip from as far as CA and other states and im from the caribbean. Does it work well with fm as well?

[@FarpointFarms]

Yes it will also SSB

[@spankthemonkey3437]

Remember FM power is different than peek power things get hotter faster I wouldn't push no more than 10 Watts FM through it. I dont know the specs on it but it looks like it will handle between 50 to 100 Watts pep. I would keep dead key 10 Watts or lower and FM the same. If its rated for 50 to a 100 watts pep then rms power will probably be a quarter of that if that. It all depends on specs because looks can be deceiving it could be rated higher

[@steamboatwillie1453]

I have watched a couple of your videos about CB radios and antennas. In all of them you mention videos you will post or have posted about the installation of the antennas. I've searched for those vids without any luck, is it possible for you to provide links to videos you mention to make it easier for viewers to find them.

[@FarpointFarms]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmKniHuIiMt_orM kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJarhGqHebqtgJY Hope that helps

[@steamboatwillie1453]

@@FarpointFarms Thank you for these links however I was wanting to see the video of the antenna installation on your car. I would like to add one of these antennas but I do not want to drill any holes in my vehicle for the cable if I can help it.

[@TrullaCæmentarìí]

Eric, sometimes I keep rewinding the intro cuz I love the song! 😂Could you give a link to the full song? COMMS UP!!

[@FarpointFarms]

It was made for my channel by a fellow KZbinr Marky Shaw- I have a video of the full into song on my channel

[@exgruntr031]

Nice little antenna. I think any wife would allow that one on a vehicle . Lol 73

[@FarpointFarms]

Especially if they don't notice it for a while-

[@lomsomesGarage]

Have you tested the browning antennas and what are your thoughts on them

[@FarpointFarms]

I have not, I have reached out to the before to see if I could do some reviews. no luck

[@Truthman99]

Thanks Eric that's an interesting antenna.

[@FarpointFarms]

It sure is!

[@Truthman99]

@@FarpointFarms what's the power rating on it, probably 100 w maybe 150...

[@paulmoschetti3453]

I have a tall camper any recommendation on an antenna my camper stands aout 10 ft ta when installed on the truck

[@FarpointFarms]

Maybe a 102" that size camper it would fit in real well

[@LIVINGRETIRED310]

I have a question, using a power mic with a radio that has gain control. I have a 10DA on a tug9 stand, its a amplified mic. What do i do with mic gain control on radio, turn it to 0 and use only power from mic?? Or put radio gain half way and adjust the mic gain to achieve only forward swing with no back swing. Normally i been using a noise cancelling mic and wanted to put back in service my 10DA. But i noticed back swing on ssb. I believe i still need a good mod foundation from radio and dial in the mic, correct?

[@FarpointFarms]

It's a bit of a dance. On my old Uniden Washington I had the mic gain set to 8 out of 10 with my power mic to get the best sound and range. You'll really need a second person about 1 mile down the road to get it set right as too much gain makes it muffled sounding and too little makes it sound faint and distant.

[@76chyanne]

eric hows that heater doing

[@FarpointFarms]

Running perfectly-

[@jllucci]

Are there any differences between this antenna and the old New York New York?

[@FarpointFarms]

the New Virginia has weather band reception

[@thomasbrustad5596]

What about a head set for the CB?

[@FarpointFarms]

They are made, but I don't have one to share. Yet!

[@michaelhynes615]

I bought one of these based on your video for my Lincoln 2+ that’s been upgraded. I am a complete noob so I’m not licensed yet and I haven’t even taken the antenna out of the box. I’m looking to have this in my car for safety reasons so that when I’m in the north woods of Pennsylvania or wandering around West Virginia, I can still have a means of communication if I need it. My questions are will this work on 10m? And as far as 10 and 11m do you think this will have the punch to get the signal out when in the woods or in a canyon or should I send this back and get something bigger to keep in my trunk?

[@FarpointFarms]

No, this antenna is tuned from the factory for 11 meter use only. Sorry!

[@michaelhynes615]

Ok. I was afraid of that. Given my intended use of my radio any recommendations as to what sort of antenna to get ... a magnetic mount I can leave in my trunk? @@FarpointFarms

[@No1Bigbear]

Is it true that a EMP blast will not effect/ fry any vacuum tube technology?

[@chezirroy]

Even if they survive, which I don't think... Tubes don't work by themselves so must likely all the circuitry around them will not survive ant the end result will be the same... your tube device wont work.

[@peterlutz7191]

From what I read, tube technology will be ok with an EMP, as long as there is no power flowing or attached at the time. So, if the unit is plugged in, you're screwed.

[@joerowland7350]

​@peterlutz7191 you sir are spot on 73 n good dx fb2112

[@FarpointFarms]

I have heard the tubes will be fine, but the other electronics might not hold up well that are connected- Lets hope we never find out

[@MayhemRv]

Have you ever tested No Ground Plane Antennas? Many motorhomes dont have a metal roof.

[@FarpointFarms]

I don't believe that I have

[@jllucci]

I've used both a Radio Shack and a Procomm NGP window mount Anttena. ( The Radio Shack is a rebranded Procomm) It's good for one or two miles. It would shine in a rally or convoy where you are trying to keep a couple cars in contact, but compared to a little Wil or the President Virginia antenna, they blow the NGP antennas out of the water.

[@MayhemRv]

@@jllucciyes having a motorhome with fiberglass roof makes it rough to get a signal out without a good ground plane.

[@jllucci]

I'll add the window mount Antennas (Note: this isn't the thru glass type) are also particularly useful for a temporary setup, or if you don't want to sacrifice paint to the "doughnut" magnet mount Antenna Gods.

[@jllucci]

@MayhemRv That IS a tough one. I think Firestick makes a CB antenna for that Use case. I'm not 100% sure as it's been several years since I saw it.

[@ekimp252]

What size coax is on it? It looks a little flimsy.

[@FarpointFarms]

It is thinner than some.

[@Booneboarder]

This would look good on my Forester. Been looking for something for the Forester that doesn't look awful. Thanks

[@FarpointFarms]

glad I could help

[@ironhead320]

Nice

[@FarpointFarms]

It is a great little antenna

[@unitedstatesirie7431]

I want the longest 11 meter CB antenna on my vehicle for the maximum long range distance capabilities. I have a 108" inch length stainless steel whip antenna on my vehicle attached to a made in Malaysia Cobra 148GTL radio⚡ For some reason the local police women in my town are attracted to my vehicle. They look at my CB antenna as a phallic symbol ?

[@ericdoe2318]

Just to fill out the picture, what type of vehicle is attached to your almost 9 foot antenna?

[@09DARKORANGEJK]

What planet did you just arrive from?

[@unitedstatesirie7431]

@@ericdoe2318 my vehicle is a 4 door sedan.

[@1stprinceoflite]

Just googled and found only 102 inch stainless steel antenna. Seems your a little short somewhere?

[@unitedstatesirie7431]

@@1stprinceoflite you need to attach four extended antenna stud nuts that are 1.5" Inches in length each. This will add 6" inches to your 102" inch stainless steel CB whip antenna to give it a total length of 108" inches.

[@brg88tx]

Can anyone verify this antenna can handle 80 mph without blowing off? Thanks

[@FarpointFarms]

I can! Hit 85 in Montana with it.

[@brg88tx]

@FarpointFarms I just bought a used president new virginia antenna off ebay.

[@JohnQ9089]

First comment! I get excited easy.

[@JSFGuy]

😐

[@FarpointFarms]

Boom!

[@toml.8210]

YOu can't always trust what it says on the package. You should verify the manufacturer's claims.

[@FarpointFarms]

I do trust the claims that bigger manufactures claim, the off brands not so much

[@BigRob829]

What are the ears like on that?

[@FarpointFarms]

It has it's limitations for sure. This fits my wife's car well, and offers a range of around 4 miles in real world results.

[@radiohobbyist13]

When you want to have a CB antenna on your car without looking like you have a CB antenna on your car. 🤷 😅

[@FarpointFarms]

exactly-

[@kurtp5379]

Too small. Minimum 36" if you want to get past three miles at least. Today, I wouldn't buy an antenna under 48" like a Wilson 1000, K40, or Tram 3500 etc.

[@FarpointFarms]

I agree that those will give you better range, but not everyone wants one that big on their car

[@earlymann1954]

CB was once used for chatting with people, but smartphones have replaced them which is why I never hear anyone local anymore, except for perhaps in big cities. Never do I hear truckers on 19 now, except very rarely. Ham radio is better, because you have lots of options as to how to operate, not just talking to people, but all the digital modes are interesting too, plus you can talk around the world if you know what you are doing.

[@Hubjeep]

This KZbinr covers all sorts of radios.

[@earlymann1954]

Not hame radios, because he's not a licensed ham operator@@Hubjeep

[@Hubjeep]

@@earlymann1954 Interesting! I've seen a few of his videos of radios that cover CB and ham bands. He should get his license. I'm a general license holder.

[@MayhemRv]

@@earlymann1954 I believe he was but let it expire

[@2148aa]

Think 26.805 Mhz FM with a A99 Antenna. Today I've heard Whales and talked to Texas and Florida and Maine. From Iowa. All with 40 watts. Look up "Map of SDR Receivers" connect to a station on the map. Connect the audio link and enjoy listening to the world. Being a narcissist. I connect to one of these stations and listen to myself transmit. Truth is it does show where my signal is coming down to earth. It also lets me set my audio. The receivers in Whitmore, California and Coronation, Alberta has the best ears for 11 meter radio. I can spend hours playing with this and never talk to a living soul. Just myself.

[@Oxfire95965]

😢

[@FarpointFarms]

Sorry this made you sad

[@victorgalagan1151]

its only good for a mile or two., on open hwy.

[@FarpointFarms]

Apparently you didn't watch the range test part of this video? I was pretty clear at anything 5 miles or closer in heavy foliage and steep mountains.

[@victorgalagan1151]

must be my car. Thanks for the info Farpoint!!! @@FarpointFarms