I ran down the manual for this radio and it gives about 6 to 12 hours 
typically as operating time so that is indeed good.  And if I get a larger 
capacity battery, why, its infinite.  LOL  I went to Batteries America, and 
they have 2, one is 1800mAh and the other is a whopping 3500mAh.

    Package deal with the 1800 and rapid charger looks nice too, $90.

    Now on antenaes, I definitely would get a mag mount, I dont own a car. 
;)  Been reading my technician study book and it suggests an antenna for 
indoor use rather than the duckie.  I think I am going to put this on my 
wish list for a while so I can research this further.

    Thanks for the link to Batteries America.  And keep the feedback coming. 
;)

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