Quote Originally Posted by GQ TANK View Post
This is ok"-

3db for the terrain im in (possibly with a 4.5 interchangeable whip). So look for 3dbd
Around 600-800mm tall to help help clear the roof line from the bullbar mount.
Stainless steel as opposed to fibreglass to help with tree strikes. (perhaps with one of those lock pins in the spring).
A ground plain independent.
Nice thick heavy duty/good quality coaxial cable. - Mobile Antenna cables normally come with fitted with rg58 - thin cable. Thicker cable = different connectors to suit

Only use Omni antennas for vehicles - directional antennas are used for base sites ( when you need extra coverage or reduced coverage in a particular area)
Im looking at something in the GME range, do you have any suggestions?

I think the aerial i got the first time may be a directional one. Would that create the problems im having?