After much discussion purchase and evaluation nmo was a clear winner and the 3 8 inch version was my choice.
How to install nmo roof.
This is corrected video on installing an nmo vehicle antenna mount.
You may need to cut panels to fit angles using a circular saw with a metal saw blade.
Continue adding panels until the roof is covered.
Remember that with an nmo you start at the antenna hole then install the mount with all the cable dropping down through the dome light panel then pull the cable toward the door frame.
Metal roofing is also available in the form of shingles.
Very quick video of an onsite installation of a nmo antenna mount on a late model sedan.
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The silicone will spread and adhere creating a seal.
So here we go with the steps taken to install an nmo 3 8 inch mount in my taurus roof top.
The nmo mount requires a 3 4 hole which was drilled thru the roof just in front of the cargo light assembly the coax was then run under the headliner down under the inside trim then under the.
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After it is all put in replace the dome light and door gasket.
Nmo roof mount install on my 2013 f150 duration.
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Besides the brass nut on the top of the 3 8 inch hole mount there is an adjustable nut on the bottom that is adjusted upward against the bottom of the roof or panel.
The through hole mount was in.
Due to the design on the inch nmo mount it is installed from the outside of the vehicle to the inside thru the hole you drilled.
Screw the new panel in place as described.