Radio/CB

[spiderman1800]

I'm new at this, having just bought my fisrt boat (a small Runabout). What is the best way to keep a CB and AM/FM Cass from getting moisture damage. I have a JVC AM/FM /Cass and a Uniden CB that were salvaged from an old car. Can I use them? Thank for the assist.

 

[KRS]

Re: Radio/CB

Welcome.<br /><br />Electronics not made for marine use typically won't stand up to marine use very well.<br /><br />However, they can be used. Typical vehicle installation utilizes a "chassis ground" for everything... radio, cb, antenna. This is not possible with fiberglass boats, so you will need to lengthen the stock ground wire from the 1 foot or so it came with, so that it goes back to the battery.

 

[TwoBallScrewBall]

Re: Radio/CB

If you can, build an electronics box. Does not have to be big, just try to keep the water away. Freshwater is much easier on the electronics than salt water is.

 

[gewf631]

Re: Radio/CB

I put a car-stereo in my boat a couple years ago, and haven't had any trouble (yet).<br /><br />Anyway, an enclosure is nice, but you'll certainly need a cover, such as <br /> this one <br /><br />

 

[DJ]

Re: Radio/CB

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