President McKinley II

[Mbertwell]

Is the President McKinley II worth the $250 price tag and can it be modified or tuned up?

[MDYoungblood]

I would shop around. The forum has Amazon and eBay tabs, check the radio out on them and look for a good price. as far as mods and tunes, I never had one so I wouldn't know. If you are looking for a good 10m conversion radio or are a ham wanting a mobile that is inexpencive then look at a Radioddity QT60 or 80 model, not sure of the model number, Ive heard good things about them.

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Greg

[De_Wildfire]

I don't know much about the President McKinley II but I had a similar radio that had a speaker in the front but it was for two meters. It was great because I took out the double din car stereo (big unit) and I replaced it with a single din car stereo. My radio fit right under it into the dash and it blended in well and looked like a regular car stereo. The biggest feature I wanted was the speaker in the front that was loud so I didn't have to wire into the stereo system.

[Bozo]

President McKinley II FCC CB Radio Review

The President McKinley II FCC CB radio is generally considered a worthwhile investment at its $250 price point, especially for users seeking a high-quality, feature-rich CB radio with AM, FM, and SSB capabilities. Check out eBay it Amazon shopping.

Key Features:

• Modes: AM / FM / Single Sideband (SSB)
• Power Output: 4 watts AM, up to 12 watts SSB
• 7-Color LCD Display
• Built-in SWR meter for easy antenna tuning
• VOX, weather channels, front-firing speaker

Users report excellent audio quality and long-range SSB performance with a proper antenna setup.

Modifications and Tuning:

• Power Adjustments: Internal tuning (e.g., RT206 pot) can increase modulation or power output (up to ~17.5W).
• Internal Adjustments: Potentiometers can be adjusted for modulation, but improper tuning may cause distortion or illegal operation.
• Export Mods: Possible but not recommended unless you’re licensed and fully understand the legal risks.

Note: Mods may void your warranty and may be illegal for standard CB use.

Conclusion:
The President McKinley II delivers premium performance, style, and features. Out of the box, it's a top-tier CB choice for hobbyists and serious operators alike.