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Similar occurrence in my area. .675 is 24/7 static. I get it both radios Mobile and HT. Squelch setting has no impact on it, at any setting 0 to 9. I just reprogrammed the squelch setting levels on my Baofeng via Chirp. Unfortunately, Chirp does not yet recognize my MXT500. Hoping the new levels will allow the Baofeng to scan past channel 20 now, if not back to scan skip. I followed this article for new squelch levels. UV5R/UV82 Squelch Levels - Miklor I've programmed channel 20 to scan skip on both my Midland MXT500 mobile and my Baofeng GMRS-9.

Thanks for the detailed reply. Based on your feedback and that of the others 1 of 2 actions will happen; 1) Move it back towards the windshield slightly and use a new bracket from the link above or 2) Mount to the roof and remove before entering the garage.

Certainly, a consideration. I really only use my radio when off-roading, overlanding and camping. Would not be a be a huge effort to take on and off as needed. I leave it on now just to listen in occasionally. The only downside is the height of the Bronco with lift and tires. Most work in the engine bay requires a 2-step step ladder. Might be able to stand on the door sill and reach the center of the roof.

I see a couple different ones that might work for me. Thanks for the link.

Thanks for the reply, much appreciated. I will use your suggestion to move closer to the windshield. I will find a way to protect the paint from damage. I edited the original post to show the roof is not an option. I have less than 2" of clearance moving through the garage door due to lift and tires.

I'm considering moving my antenna from its current location on the driver's side edge of the hood to the center of the bull bar on my pre-runner bumper. See photo for the 2 locations. The reason for wanting to relocate, I'm concerned that the lip mount will eventually damage my hood by moving around. Edit to Add: Forgot to mention that the roof is not an option, less than 2" of clearance when entering my garage. In its current location the antenna and bracket are grounded. In the new location the bracket would not be grounded due to the thickness of the paint but assume this is a non-issue since the connection is using PL259/SO239 connectors??? In your opinion will this; A: Improve the system's efficiency, B: Reduce the system's efficiency or C; the system will remain the same? Radio =Midland MXT500 Antenna = Midland MXTA26 6db Gain Whip Antenna Current mounting bracket = Midland MXTA27 Universal Lip Mount Proposed mounting solution = Midland MXTA23 Roll Bar Mounting Bracket with a Midland MXTA24 Low Profile Antenna Cable If it helps, the vehicle is 1996 Ford Bronco. Appreciate any and all feedback

Just to make it easier for the next person looking to reset their Baofeng GMRS-9R it is menu item 40. Two choices: 1) VFO resets the menu choices back to default and 2) All resets the menu choice and the frequencies. Note: In Chirp select Baofeng UV-9G it is essentially the same as the GMRS- 9R.