CB radio harness

[MAroochyrob Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close MAroochyrob]

Hi All,
I currently power my CB radio via a cig lighter socket but was wondering if anyone could tell me if there is a wiring loom or harness under the dash that is not too difficult to access. I have a connection that came with the CB radio (see pic)and would like to plug that into a matching connection if there is one handy to free up the cig socket and tidy things up a bit.
thanks Rob

[fido666 Banned Find all posts View Profile Close fido666]

That type of connection usually comes with a matching lead & socket designed to be run straight to the battery, that end of the lead normally has an inline fuse holder too. Did you buy the radio new?

Running it straight to the battery means you don't have to worry about having an active circuit without the key being in the ignition, it also means less chance of electrical interference to your signal. Having it run to a 2nd battery is even better, you won't risk flattening your starter that way by forgetting to turn it off after use.

[MAroochyrob Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close MAroochyrob]

Much appreciated Fido666. I got the radio off my son in law.I like the idea of running it straight to the aux battery.Hopefully I can pick up a matching connection at Jaycar Kicking myself for not thinking of that simple solution That's the great thing about these forums, so many helpful people

[MYT150 Member Find all posts View Profile Close MYT150]

You can find them on ebay as well, if it is a GME this one should work http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/GME-POWER...-/400763625674

[Benlux Find all posts View Profile Close Benlux]

Would someone know where I can source one of theses from.
Thanks.

[fido666 Banned Find all posts View Profile Close fido666]

@Benlux, I think most people who have them just fabricate their own. I just have the factory extension mounted to the side of my console with outdoor double sided tape.

[Benlux Find all posts View Profile Close Benlux]

Ok thanks fido666. Yeah I've fabricated one before but they never look as neat as that.