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A Look Around Blind Spots

Published July 28, 2016 By Mick Farmer

HF Antenna Fittings and Visibility - Exterior View

Blind spots are anywhere where we can't see without moving our vision. Most common ones which everyone is (or should be aware of) are the ones to the side of the vehicle. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Rants and Raves Tagged With: HF Radio, modifications, road safety

Beware Nasty HF Antenna Fittings

Published October 16, 2014 By Mick Farmer

Why do organisations insist on putting the HF radio antenna on the front? First, the mounting has destroyed the approach angle and increases the chance of damaging the antenna.   … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Equipment Tagged With: HF Radio, modifications, winch

Examples of Modifications Which Affect Off-Road Capability: HR Radio

Published March 24, 2014 By Mick Farmer

HR Radio Modification-2 - Front View

HR Radio Modifications. Unfortunate modifications some organisations are making to mount HF radios. Off-road capability, pedestrian safety (MVCs) and /or forward visibility are compromised. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: 4wd Vehicles Tagged With: 4wd, Equipment, HF Radio, modifications

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