CB Radio Install
Channel: spbeckman
Date: 2020-04-26

I'm installing a Galaxy DX 959B in my Ford Explorer and have attached a Hustler 102" whip on the roof rack. I'm trying to tune the antenna using a Workman SWR meter. According to the Workman SWR, my reading is well over 3 across the channels, but according to the SWR built in to the radio the SWR is no greater than 1.4. Adjusting the antenna height through the use of washers doesn't seem to change the SWR reading. 

Is the Workman SWR meter operational? How do I verify that it is correct. If it is correct, how do I decrease the SWR? Do I need to trim the antenna? The spring and antenna mount add 6-8 inches to the total length, does this need to be manually subtracted from the whip?