Help! Need ideas for WeBoost antenna mount **SOLVED**

[Roofus]

Hi, Friends - I'm trying to think of a solution to attach the WeBoost bracket to the antenna bracket on my tailgate reinforcement that will still allow me to use the elbow joint to fold the antenna down 90 degrees behind the tire when I'm not off-road. I'm thinking maybe just an "L" shaped bracket. I might have to go to a metal fabricator and have one made. But I'd think if I went that route I could drill two holes on the verticle plane of the bracket to slot two bolts into the tailgate bracket. And then on the horizontal plane I could drill holes for the weboost mount. But would appreciate any feedback of other ideas here. Thanks!

***UPDATE 8/20/24***



Link to vid of the mount and finished install. I've had it on about 5 days now with no issues even at highway speeds. At this point, I don't think I will need to built a cradle for the head of the antenna, as it stays fairly still while driving. But I'll continue to monitor.

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[Brian_B]

It sticks up past that mount kind of like a whip antenna right? Seems like you could mount it there, but you'd want something along the top to keep the antenna from bouncing around and smacking into the top of your top back there (unless you plan on running topless).

Even if the antenna is light weight, it still is fairly large and the wind just from driving around is going to make it go all over the place and smack into your top.

That said, looks like the spot you have identified would work just fine - not even sure you'd need to modify it apart from maybe drilling a couple new holes. The bracket with the antenna is adjustable, so you can install it on that vertical orientation and just re-orient the adjustment upwards for the whip.

 

[Roofus]

It sticks up past that mount kind of like a whip antenna right? Seems like you could mount it there, but you'd want something along the top to keep the antenna from bouncing around and smacking into the top of your top back there (unless you plan on running topless).

They have a spring accessory for the pole I could try. From vids I've seen of it installed it doesn't seem to have a lot of play when offroad. But I still think you're probably right. I'll probably try to fabricate a thick foam bumper or something.

 

[Surfari7]

Email them and ask for Antenna/Chuck Mount + hardware. That’s what I did. Easy install

 

[Roofus]

Email them and ask for Antenna/Chuck Mount + hardware. That’s what I did. Easy

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That’s perfect. Thank you!

 

[Roofus]

Email them and ask for Antenna/Chuck Mount + hardware. That’s what I did. Easy install

@Surfari7 did you get your from AGS? This one? https://agsoffroad.com/products/bronco-air-gate-antenna-chuck-mount

 

[Surfari7]

Yup! That’s the one @Roofus

 

[Surfari7]

Sorry @Roofus I’m just realizing that solution doesn’t allow for you to fold it down. Mine barely peeks above my soft top roof if it’s any consolation. I had to go to the hardware store and get a nut for the antenna.

You may be able to drill into that piece they provide you and mount the adjustable elbow, although it might touch the window or tire. Curious to see what you end up doing

 

[Roofus]

Totally get what you’re saying. I don’t think I’m going to get a real good picture of how to get this to work in a way that allows the antenna to fold down behind the third brake light until I can mock it up. So I went ahead and ordered the AGS part that you highlighted. It appears the weBoost foldable mount has a small plate on the bottom. My hope is that plate can be welded to the horizontal plane of the AGS bracket then I can attach the weBoost mount so it can still be folded down. i’ll report back once I have all the parts (hopefully end of week) and can mock it up.

 

[Roofus]

Just following up. Did some mock up last night. If you attach the chuck bracket flipped from the direction in your photo, and bolted down between the vehicle and the compressor bracket (rather than side closer to the tire as pictured) then the alignment will slot right between the rear wiper (on my hard top) and the rear brake light. You soft top guys should have even more room since you don't have a rear wiper.

So as far as the alignment, it's definitely possible. But now I have to figure out the best way to attach the 90 degree mount to the chuck bracket, which is complicated by the existing holes. If that piece was flat, it'd be easy... Trying to figure out if it would be best to try to weld a flat plate to the top of the chuck bracket that I can drill holes for bolts, or try to use a funky assortment of hardware to use a combination of the existing holes plus drilling out the others. Not great options without access to a welder or drill press at the moment.

I'll let you know what I end up doing,

 

[braddavis2017]

Just following up. Did some mock up last night. If you attach the chuck bracket flipped from the direction in your photo, and bolted down between the vehicle and the compressor bracket (rather than side closer to the tire as pictured) then the alignment will slot right between the rear wiper (on my hard top) and the rear brake light. You soft top guys should have even more room since you don't have a rear wiper.

So as far as the alignment, it's definitely possible. But now I have to figure out the best way to attach the 90 degree mount to the chuck bracket, which is complicated by the existing holes. If that piece was flat, it'd be easy... Trying to figure out if it would be best to try to weld a flat plate to the top of the chuck bracket that I can drill holes for bolts, or try to use a funky assortment of hardware to use a combination of the existing holes plus drilling out the others. Not great options without access to a welder or drill press at the moment.

I'll let you know what I end up doing,

Following up on this as I am curious to know what you ended up doing. Please post more pictures if you have them!

 

[Roofus]

Following up on this as I am curious to know what you ended up doing. Please post more pictures if you have them!

Excellent timing! I have been working with a machine shop to design a bracket with mounting points for the WeBoost 90 degree locking antenna mount and just picked up the finalized product. I’ll take some photos tomorrow.

 

[Roofus]

Link to vid of the mount and finished install. I've had it on about 5 days now with no issues even at highway speeds. At this point, I don't think I will need to built a cradle for the head of the antenna, as it stays fairly still while driving. But I'll continue to monitor.

If there is an appetite for these, I've got a lead on a CNC bulk order.

 

[braddavis2017]

Congratulations on designing that custom bracket for the Weboost antenna! It looks fantastic and is exactly what I’ve been searching for. I love the functionality of it being able to sneak behind the third brake light, without some premanufactured bracket that digs into the tire itself. I’m definitely interested in purchasing one. Great job!

I’m curious to know your experience with Weboost so far? I’ve seen a pretty even split of opinions online. Some people sing it’s praises and have had zero issues, while others have them break within a week or get destroyed in the car wash.

Also, I’m assuming you can mount the air compressor mount and your custom bracket on the passenger side as well…?

 

[Roofus]

Thanks!

The actual compressor mounts to the tailgate reinforcement behind the spare tire. But the chuck can be mounted in different configurations. I have mine mounted between tire spokes. I’m not sure if my bracket would work on the passenger side. But the AGS chuck/antenna bracket can be mounted on the passenger side based on pics on their website.

We’ve had a good experience with the WeBoost. I’d definitely say it helps. Dead is dead. You won’t be conjuring signal that isn’t there. But if you’re in an area with 1 bar, I can usually get it to boost up to 2 bars (very occasionally 3 bars) when I flip on the antenna.

Yes, I either remove it for washing in a tunnel wash or have it hand washed.
I’ll let you know if I can’t get more made.

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