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Old 03-09-2020, 06:14 PM   #20
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Re: What is the function of this piece?

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Originally Posted by Axle View Post
The hood is part of the ground plane, if its floating with respect to the other body parts the radio reception will get funky in one way or another as you travel. Think CB antennas, best spot for the antenna is dead center of the roof, provides the best reception/transmission for the antenna to radiate in all directions, vs mirror mounted antenas, or bumper mounted antennas where the ground plane only exists in one direction, rx/dx will favor a specific direction based on where the ground plane is.
Thank you.

You can likely attach a braided ground strap from the firewall to a hinge bolt on both sides and get the same result.
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