Poodles, if you do a search in CB or UHF you will find this topic has been extensively discussed. You should be able ti find answers to all your questions.
Larry
We have always had a CB on board when we travel on country roads. It's been used to converse with truckies in regards to overtaking, when you come across over size vehicles the pilot car will tell you whether to move over or stay off the road altogether, we have warned other vehicles coming towards us of cattle etc on the road ahead. A CB. Is a must, please learn how to use it as it will help you on your travels.
Did not think that to many people are using the CB radios nowadays .
Remember having them way back when I was 17 ,but I would not be traveling without my UHV very valuable communicating with fellow travellers and truckers
Dhutime
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Personally I think a UHF should be mandatory if towing a van, I do a lot of miles at any time let alone when towing, but the 75kph van in a 110kph area in the middle of the road so that no one is able to see past is an absolute pain and for some reason when you eventually get to an overtaking lane they seem to be the ones that then plant the foot until the end of the overtaking lane, yep it really nice to plod along and enjoy everything, but, there are actually people that have be somewhere at a certain time, and yes, I leave plenty early to allow for hold ups. Just my 2 cents worth
We are travelling around Aus as a group of 5 vehicles with 6 people. I would have to say the UHF has been more important than a lot of other equipment eg GPS or reversing cameras. Have not needed either of those two but using UHF constantly.
Warnings, trucks, road hazards. Rest stops etc.
Do you need it? YES YOU DO!
Not to put too much pressure on, but these days a UHF should be mandatory if you're towing a caravan or large trailer.
While on the highway please monitor, scan or set the radio to channel 40.
Caravaners seem to believe they must use channel 18 because they tow a van.
Motorhomer seem to believe they must us channel 20 because they have a MH.
You may hear some voices but not many, and they won't have vital information to pass on to other motorists and trucks to keep you safe.
Not so! Listening to the UHF radio could save your life, or at the very least, save your rig from serious damage.
The compulsory accessory required is extension towing mirrors so you can monitor what is approaching your rig from the rear.
Then move OFF the centre line toward the fog line on the left. Please.
Check the website forum for more information on the benefits of using your UHF radio.
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