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Thank you for the links and welcome. I do plan on using the magnetic mounted antenna for now. I'm a little iffy about drilling holes in my roof for a NMO mount (from what I've researched online reguarding a different antenna). After I upgrade the front bumper of the 4Runner to a metal bumper, I'll most likely move the antenna to it utilizing a NMO mount.

Got it! Thank you for that.

We're making our big trip during Easter weekend. So the radios will get some use, close distance and possibly long distance of one of us need to split off for any reason. If you have Facebook or Instagram, look us up and follow along if you'd like; Mid-Atlantic Expeditions

So basically I just say "this is WQYY816, do xxxxxxx copy"? And then if I'm transmitting for longer than 10 minutes I just say "this is WQYY816 on the air"? Lol like idk exactly what to say. I know I'm suppose to use my call sign but is there a certain thing I should say with it?

Hey everyone, so I'm new to GMRS and I just finished the install of the Midland MXT115 into my overlanding rig last night. My overlanding partner and I bought the radios for truck to truck coms during our trips. I'm a bit confused as to what I'm required to do before broadcasting. I know that using the GMRS is a bit like HAM but being that I'm more knowledgeable with CB and that I haven't ever used GMRS or HAM before, I'm kinda lost. Anyone wanna point me in the right direction? Maybe a thread or website I can read the procedures on how to use the airways properly? Thanks in advance! https://midlandusa.com/product/mxt115-micromobile-2-way-radio/