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gday. anyone out there run the Bearcat 880 radio . looking into these at the moment and any feedback would be awsome. cheers
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I just did a quick search and could only find it listed as a 27 MHz CB.Originally posted by goldcanking View Post
Are you sure it is an Australian UHF cb?155 SX with dual battery and Polyairs in the rear springs.. -
It is a 27Mhz HF AM type radio not UHF. and does not even seem to have USB/LSB either.
They still use 27Mhz in the USA. but one with side-band is a much better choice. (much greater range).
The only reason to get a 27Mhz unit in Australia is if that is what your buddys are still using, in which case consider one of each.
Most people in Australia now use 455Mhz FM, (now 80channels) I suggest you look at UHF FM radios like GME TX3345 or Uniden UH8060NB or you may want to consider a hand held unit...Steve
2007 Prado 120 D4D 6 spd, 25/40cm lift ARB OME, snorkel, Brown Davis sump guard, Pirelli ATRs (Road), Cooper ST maxx (off Road), ARB lockers & compressor, Overkill rock sliders, dual D27F Optima Yelowtops, Ctek D250, 130A alternator, breathers, GME TX3440, Yaesu FT-857D, Buscomm Highlander 8 multitap or ATAS antenna, ARB Fridge. (VK2FSVN)Comment
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ahhh... bugger... jsut bought one. no wonder they were so cheap then.. $240. next time i will ask the question and research a little more... so i shouldnt bother with this unit then? doin a trip to the N.T at xmas, only bought it to follow the chatter, cheersComment
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so would this unit be useless now here in oz... certainly having trouble getting any reception... i dont know enough about cb radio... does the arieal have to suit the radio? may have bought the wrong arieal too... bugger!Comment
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Yep, send it back if you can.Originally posted by goldcanking View Post2007 GXL V6 - ARB Bullbar with LED lights, snorkel, extractors, 2 1/4" dual exhaust, K&N filter, dimpled/slotted rotors, headrest dvd players, Ebay Satnav/reverse camera, GME 3100TX, Tigerz11 Side awning on custom brackets with Maxtrax mounts, 300W Invertor, ARB Underbody protection, Lightbar and STZ 265/70 tyres.
Wish list in order I'll get them: Sliders, 2" lift, E-locker, Winch bar with winch.Comment
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cant send back.... bugger... apparently 27mhz is what they use here in auz for marine radio.... might have to throw it in my boat if its true... cheersComment
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Marine radio in Australia uses the frequency range 27.68 to 27.98MHz.
The Bearcat 880 operates in the frequency range 26.965 to 27.405MHz.Comment
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righteo amts,, cheers mate... looks like its a new radio goin in the bin.... buggerComment
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If you bought it in Australia as a UHF CB radio it is clearly not fit for purpose.Originally posted by goldcanking View Post
Why can't you return it for a refund?155 SX with dual battery and Polyairs in the rear springs..Comment
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bought it off ebay. yes as a brand new unit. from an australian seller.... will follow it up sweetpea.. dont like my chances thoughComment
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eBay buyer protection might be able to help. Good luck
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