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Old 07-29-2012, 12:12 AM   #1
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Default GPS just for the big guys?

I've heard there is a GPS setup for semi trucks and rvs where it plans routes taking into account the vehicles height and weight. Then routing you around problem spots so you don't find yourself in a jam. We usually plan our trips out before hand and I use MapQuest to route the trip and then we print it off and the wife plays co-pilot. But we are thinking what if we just want to jump in and go? No "planning ahead" involved! We have a built in GPS for our other vehicles but we are thinking it's time to purchase a GPS for the Newell.

With technology always changing, things can be outdated so fast. I thought I might ask what is the most popular brand and model among you folks here?


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Old 07-29-2012, 12:15 AM   #2
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I encourage you to please share your experiences in using the GPS while driving your Newell? I know the GPS in one of our vehicles is actually a bit delayed and I can only imagine that happening in a 45' Newell. I guess I better not drive like a californian in my Newell and just go to the next exit if the GPS were delayed? haha.. pun intended.
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Old 07-29-2012, 03:24 AM   #3
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Well, if you hit a bottleneck like I have on numerous occasions while in California, you should have plenty of time for the lag to catch up. lol
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Old 07-30-2012, 12:01 AM   #4
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This is a tough situation. I purchased the Rand McNally for RVs and I do not recommend it. It is hard to see on a bright day since it has a light green background and white streets. Yesterday, it sent me 32 miles out of the way. Garbage. I am interested in the Garmin for trucks and the other one sold by Camping World (having a senior moment), but preliminary research tells me that they do not have a port for an external antenna, which I consider essential. I plan to do more research to find the perfect unit, but am not hopeful.
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Old 07-30-2012, 08:41 PM   #5
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Well, if you hit a bottleneck like I have on numerous occasions while in California, you should have plenty of time for the lag to catch up. lol
Yes, we experience that a lot down here in southern cal. We left early so we could try and avoid it. But once we got into the LA area we were sitting in traffic on the I-5 for a good amount of a time. What should have been about an 8hr trip ended up being closer to an 11hrs. We are glad to be down to spend this week with our daughter and some friends. We'll be headed to dinner after a bit if we are lucky lol we won't hit a bottleneck that's too bad and if we're really lucky we won't hit one at all!
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Old 07-30-2012, 09:11 PM   #6
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This is a tough situation. I purchased the Rand McNally for RVs and I do not recommend it. It is hard to see on a bright day since it has a light green background and white streets. Yesterday, it sent me 32 miles out of the way. Garbage. I am interested in the Garmin for trucks and the other one sold by Camping World (having a senior moment), but preliminary research tells me that they do not have a port for an external antenna, which I consider essential. I plan to do more research to find the perfect unit, but am not hopeful.

32 miles out of the way? Now, that's a pain! If you find that perfect unit I have faith that you'll be sharing about it here. I'll have to look into the one they sell at Camping World. Technology is great but it would be nice if they could get a system down that actually worked with out such mistakes.

I know sometimes we have a hard time with the GPS in our vehicles because what it says is the "fastest route" isn't always the fastest and it's funny how a lot of the times it's the slowest or most out of the way route. Especially, if you have a general idea of where you are going or should go, it's much faster if you go the route you know. But again that is most helpful in a automobile, it sure would be nice to have a GPS for the Newell because it could point us to fuel stations and food as we go.

If anyone else has a solution or system that works for them please let me know.
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A GPS is nice to have but nothing beats a compass to keep me from driving around and around in circles.
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Old 10-13-2012, 02:56 AM   #8
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A lot of rver's prefer to use Microsoft streets and trips over a standard GPS but that is more so a personal choice made by each individual.
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I understand that Rand McNally has an upgrade in the works with a brighter screen. I do not think it is on the market yet. The Rand McNally that I purchased froze up and then died. It is back at the factory under warranty. My research pointed to the Garmin 7" truck unit, but it will not work for me since it does not have an external antenna, and has to be placed close to the windshield (works for a truck, but not my coach).
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Old 10-15-2012, 02:03 AM   #10
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Chester B. Stone, Jr. Did you have model Rand McNally GPS RVND 7710?
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Old 10-15-2012, 02:05 AM   #11
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I have the Magellan 1700 which I like with its 7" screen. They offer an upgrade for it to Co-Pilot Live which supposedly has height restrictions, etc.
Has anyone used Co-Pilot live?
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Old 10-15-2012, 03:52 PM   #13
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Yes, I have the 7710, but I have returned it to RM under warranty, and I have asked them not to repair it but to upgrade me to the 7720. I will pay to upgrade since the 7710 is basically worthless.
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I have the Magellan 1700 which I like with its 7" screen. They offer an upgrade for it to Co-Pilot Live which supposedly has height restrictions, etc.
Has anyone used Co-Pilot live?
Forest and Cindy do you like the Magellan? We were just looking over the features on the RV9165T-LM model.
  • 7" touch screen: Navigate on a wide 7" screen
  • The Good Sam club Trailer Life directory provides one-stop RV resource for every aspect of the RVing experience
  • Free Lifetime Traffic Alerts provide you alternative route options in the event that there's traffic jams or other delays along your path.
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  • Free Lifetime Map Updates: Never worry about out-of-date maps again. Download the latest map information (up to 2 times a year) for the life of your Magellan RoadMate navigator.
  • Spoken Street Names: Street names and directions are called out so that you know when to make the next turn while keeping your eyes on the road
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  • 6 Million Points of Interest: Make it easy to find gas stations, restaurants, ATMs, coffee shops, and much more
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  • Multi-Destination Routing: Plan your entire afternoon or driving vacation with all your stops in one route
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It sounds like it has a lot to offer. Or maybe the question is what does it not offer? I don't know if I would even learn to use all the different features,
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Rand McNally repaired my 7710 and returned it to me, but would not let me upgrade to the newer 7720. So I am stuck with this piece of junk that I cannot even see on a bright day.
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Rand McNally repaired my 7710 and returned it to me, but would not let me upgrade to the newer 7720. So I am stuck with this piece of junk that I cannot even see on a bright day.
Not cool, not cool at all. They should have sent you the upgraded version. These types of things are outdated so fast I hate to waste money on them. Things need to go back to being made in America with pride and quality because it was made/built to last.
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