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President Thomas FCC + Hustler 102-Inch Whip Installation Kit
Thomas FCC with a full-length whip installation kit
This combo pairs the President Thomas FCC AM/FM CB radio with a Hustler IC56 102-inch stainless-steel whip installation kit. The antenna kit includes standard mounting hardware, a barrel spring, 18-foot RG8X coax and a tie-down.
Included components
| Component | Quantity | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Hustler IC56 102-inch antenna installation kit | 1 | Whip, standard bracket/stud, barrel spring, 18-foot RG8X coax and tie-down. |
| President Thomas FCC AM/FM CB radio | 1 | Includes the original President electret microphone. |
Allow for the complete installed height
The 102-inch measurement is the whip length, not the total height with spring and mount. Confirm overhead clearance and ensure the mounting location can support the complete assembly.
Kit contents and setup
The antenna kit includes an aluminum mounting bracket and stud, barrel spring, 18-foot RG8X coax with PL-259 ends, and tie-down. Release the whip to its normal operating position before transmitting. Check grounding and SWR with a separate external meter and suitable jumper; neither is included.
Thomas FCC radio features
The radio provides 40-channel AM/FM operation, 12/24V vehicle compatibility, manual squelch and ASC, channel scan, a seven-color display, VOX, talkback and USB charging. Its original electret microphone uses a six-pin President connection. SSB is not included; match the channel and mode of the other radio.
Don't forget to add the Pro tune and alignment option at checkout so that your radio is professionally bench-tuned for best performance per the manufacturer's service manual.
Choose your Thomas FCC setup
- Thomas FCC radio
- Virginia magnetic antenna and speaker combo
- BT MIKE wireless microphone combo
- DIGIMIKE wired microphone combo
- SR-A10 truck-install combo
- Hustler 102-inch whip with Driver Extreme hardware
Frequently asked questions
What is included in the 102-inch whip installation kit?
The Thomas FCC radio and original microphone, plus the Hustler IC56 installation kit: 102-inch stainless-steel whip, standard bracket and stud, barrel spring, 18-foot RG8X coax and tie-down.
Does 102 inches include the spring and mount?
No. It is the whip length. Add the spring and mount to determine the complete installed height, then check vehicle and overhead clearance.
Can I transmit with the whip tied down?
Use the tie-down for securing the antenna when appropriate for clearance or storage. Release it to its normal operating position and check the installation before transmitting.
Is antenna adjustment still required?
Yes. Check grounding and SWR after installation using an external CB SWR meter and suitable jumper. Neither the meter nor jumper is included.
Are the mounting bracket and coax included?
Yes. This kit includes an aluminum bracket and stud, barrel spring and 18-foot RG8X coax with PL-259 ends. Confirm that the hardware suits the intended mounting location.
Is the original radio microphone still included?
Yes. The Thomas FCC includes its original President electret microphone. Any separately listed microphone in this package is an additional accessory, not a removal of the supplied mic.