An Even Better Handheld Radio Mount (And Then Some) Using Dashboard Cubby

[Palms]

We were all where you were! 73!
NU4L/HI8B

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[Hardening2753]

Attached are STL and OBJ files for the mount and both mic clips I use.
I do recommend using higher-heat tolerant ABS or pET-G as hot interiors can cause regulat PET and PLA to melt a bit. Had that problem with my initial print.

Enjoy!

Thanks boss

 

[NJBob]

Good luck on getting your licence. General class here. Took the code test in a firehouse. The firehouse horn blew when taking the test barley passed. Don't think you need to do Morse code anymore.

 

[GPSMan]

Is HAM getting less and less relevant?

I mean, before cell phones, it was the go-to for mobile communication.

Don't get me wrong, it's a fun hobby.
Just less "important" for emergencies.
*(If properly equipped.)

The iPhone 14 can now communicate via satellite. From about anywhere. Haven't tried it. I think it's text only. But you can summon help. Your GPS and other information will be automatically sent and your emergency message can go to a GROUP of emergency contacts simultaneously.

 

[bgn]

Is HAM getting less and less relevant?

I mean, before cell phones, it was the go-to for mobile communication.

Don't get me wrong, it's a fun hobby.
Just less "important" for emergencies.
*(If properly equipped.)

The iPhone 14 can now communicate via satellite. From about anywhere. Haven't tried it. I think it's text only. But you can summon help. Your GPS and other information will be automatically sent and your emergency message can go to a GROUP of emergency contacts simultaneously.

Ham is definitely not that popular anymore. Most folks, including myself,would rather use GMRS because it requires a $35 license and the ability to press a button to communicate with no complexity.

On the satellite communication front, big fan of my Zoleo device, which lets me send SMS/emails. I use it for both when I'm with a group of friends in the backcountry and when we go bike remote trails.

Looking forward to having that functionality built in to my phone in the future, though.

 

[Palms]

For many, ham radio is more than just communications as there are many, many aspects to the hobby including working other hams in different countries and collecting and competing with completed contacts (QSOs) by submitting confirmation cards (QSLs or e-QSLs). In emergencies, when cel towers are down, the first means of onsite communications are usually provided by hams, who also volunteer for events requiring constant contact like runs, rides and others. Additionally, it is a hobby for those that like to tinker and put together kits. Another challenge is to communicate over very long distances using the least amount of power (QRP). There is a large segment that also participates in the digital portions. Nets allow old and new friends camaraderie and the opportunity to speak to others that share the passion on a regular basis. While loosing popularity as it is no longer a requirement, CW is a talent that has uses, similar to Latin or other languages whose popularity is waning. It's just not for communications and, in true emergencies, it's the go to option. Just a thought... 73 AND GUD DX DE NU4L/HI8B

 

[Deleted member 17675]

Following this thread, got my Maverick on Tuesday and an HT mount I will need at some point

 

[UberGadgetFreak]

For many, ham radio is more than just communications as there are many, many aspects to the hobby including working other hams in different countries and collecting and competing with completed contacts (QSOs) by submitting confirmation cards (QSLs or e-QSLs). In emergencies, when cel towers are down, the first means of onsite communications are usually provided by hams, who also volunteer for events requiring constant contact like runs, rides and others. Additionally, it is a hobby for those that like to tinker and put together kits. Another challenge is to communicate over very long distances using the least amount of power (QRP). There is a large segment that also participates in the digital portions. Nets allow old and new friends camaraderie and the opportunity to speak to others that share the passion on a regular basis. While loosing popularity as it is no longer a requirement, CW is a talent that has uses, similar to Latin or other languages whose popularity is waning. It's just not for communications and, in true emergencies, it's the go to option. Just a thought... 73 AND GUD DX DE NU4L/HI8B

What drew me into it was a customer at the time who required all field service agents have a UHF/VHF radio to communicate when working in the California and Arizona deserts as some of their facilities did not allow cell phones (i.e. secured locations - no devices with cameras, memory storage). In order to meet their requirement, I had to get my license. Since then, I started getting involved in some local events where I use them and go off-roading with two groups that use HAM exclusively, and a friend is also an amateur race car driver and the track insists we use a HAM frequency as well. Plus, I like being able to talk to friends who hate 'new fangled tech' both young and old (My own god-daughter despises cell phones and social media and she carries a ham radio instead).

 

[bdaniel230]

Not selling at the moment, but can make the 3D files available if you have a 3D printer. I printed with the wrong type of filament and it had melting issues that warped it. I am trying to find a good PLA filament (can withstand higher heat before distortion, generally good for this type of application) to use to re-print with some final changes and adding the locking latch to the setup.

I have a BaoFeng and it works pretty well with the added mobile 18" antenna.
I just got my first 3D printer so I am, of course, printing everything I can find for the Mav. I like the FITS cubby as I can make a mont for my Garmin system, my cell phone, and my mobile radio. I am currently struggling to figure out the software but since I have been working in research and development for the past 20 years I am betting I will be able to get it sorted. If you post the .stl files, try not to use thingverse as they seem to block them. Every post that is showing thingverse here has been yielding a 404 error, file not found.

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