RT524 help needed, mount conversion/adapter, correct antenna

[PowerstrokeNC]

I was hoping someone could help me solve a few issues.

I have an RT524 radio with an existing radio tray (see pic) the plug on the tray doesn't work with the 524 obviously. Is there an adapter? Another option?

also does anyone know what types of Mil antennas I can use? My truck has a brand new Mil antenna on it that is approx 100-102 inches judging by the 102 whip near it. This is not the Mil freq adjustable one I have seen with other versions...
I appreciate anyone's help on this. Thanks

 

[mutt1966]

Well thats a SINCGARS mount a RT-524 wont fit and no there is not an adapter, you need a MT-1029 Mount.. Scott O&O

 

[CARNAC]

I I have an RT524 radio with an existing radio tray (see pic) the plug on the tray doesn't work with the 524 obviously. Is there an adapter? Another option?

also does anyone know what types of Mil antennas I can use? My truck has a brand new Mil antenna on it that is approx 100-102 inches judging by the 102 whip near it. This is not the Mil freq adjustable one I have seen with other versions...
I appreciate anyone's help on this.
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Yep, MT1029 mount is the only option. You have a SINCGARS mount.
As for antenna....you need a MX6707 matching unit with whip antenna. I don't recall the actually antenna number.

So what your overall system you want is called the AN/VRC-46. It's the RT524 with all the installation mounts and wires.
The overall general radio system is call the 12 series radios.

 

[Bart1015]

I have the correct mount I would let go for cheep ($20 plus shipping). I Have the complete vrc-47 setup in my M151 and I can send you pictures of what the setup will need to look like when your done. Send me a PM if your wanting the mount.

Brett

 

[NDT]

I'll buy your SINCGARS mount, PM me what you want for it.

 

[PowerstrokeNC]

Thanks everybody for the suggestions And help, PM's sent

 

[PowerstrokeNC]

I have the correct mount I would let go for cheep ($20 plus shipping). I Have the complete vrc-47 setup in my M151 and I can send you pictures of what the setup will need to look like when your done. Send me a PM if your wanting the mount.

Brett

Forgot to mention in Pm would definitely like to see pics, thanks

 

[ONTOS66]

This shows the basic setup. Lots of variations with aux receivers, multiple radios, etc. also separate manuals for tracked vehicles and wheeled vehicles. I have the manuals for the VRC-12 family of radios in pdf if you'd like copies. Send me your email address. Or do a web search for TM-11-5820-401, that should get you the user manual as well as some maintenance and installation manuals. As previously noted, having the correct radio mount makes it a lot easier. I have most (if not all) of the components for this radio system sitting in boxes in the basement.

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