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This page details the installation of my Yaesu FT-7900R Dual Band (2m/70cm, 144MHz/430MHz), Mobile, Ham Radio in my 2012 (Gen2) Nissan Frontier Crew Cab. I wanted a clean, professional, looking install but I didn't want to make any permanent modifications to my vehicle. I doing this project I took advantage of my recent [[2012_Nissan_Frontier:_Strut_Channel_Install|DIY Utili-Track]].
==Assumptions==
*2x #10 flat washers
*2x #10 split (lock) washers
*a piece of scrap metal at least 1.6" x 1.6" inches square (see [[#The Antenna]])
*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hex_key Hex Key Set]
*A Drill & a 13/62" Drill Bit
*Wrench/Socket Set
*130W+ Soldering Iron (possibly optional, see Basic Information)
==Basic Information==
*If you don't know how to solder or don't have the soldering tools available you can try a cable like this [https://www.hamcity.com/store/pc/CK-3NMO-p714.htm Comet CK-3NMO] which *SHOULD* allows you to complete the install without cutting & resoldering the NMO connector.
===The Antenna===
I chose to use an NMO type antenna because I think they are the most professional looking install. Additionally I decided to mount the antenna on my recently installed [[2012_Nissan_Frontier:_Strut_Channel_Install|Strut Channel]]. This had a couple advantages: 1.) I didn't have to drill any holes in the vehicle. 2.) I could use my cool new [[2012_Nissan_Frontier:_Strut_Channel_Install|Strut Channel]] :) 3.) It placed my antenna such that it is almost exactly the same height as the factory AM/FM Radio Antenna. The broad order of this install isn't too important. I chose to figure out the NMO mount 1st and the move on to running the cable.#The NMO Mount##Drill out the 2 bottom holes on the NMO Right Angle Bracket using the 13/64" Drill Bit. This will give clearance for the 10-24 screws.##Cut out a
===Power===
