CB Radio Install Question.

[BigVaz]

Getting ready to install my CB, but had a few questions before I tackle it.

#1) Can I use 16g automotive wire to extend the power wires to the battery?

#2) In the install manual it talks about a few ways to wire to the battery depending on the vehicle. On a cherokee would I run the Power to the positive & the other wire to the negative on the battery?

[Mudderoy]

Getting ready to install my CB, but had a few questions before I tackle it.

#1) Can I use 16g automotive wire to extend the power wires to the battery?

#2) In the install manual it talks about a few ways to wire to the battery depending on the vehicle. On a cherokee would I run the Power to the positive & the other wire to the negative on the battery?

According to this...

:link: (http://www.offroaders.com/tech/12-volt-wire-gauge-amps.htm)

16 should be more than enough. Yes I would run both to the battery. You can get away without doing that but you'll have plenty of current to run the transmitter, plus the battery will act as a filter for noise.

[nomoneysonny]

handy link, thanks!