GPS for RV Does anyone know if there is an "RV" setting that doesn't route me through tiny little roads or on mountainous grades that I might want to avoid towing a 33" travel trailer and 7 dogs? GPS for RV Does anyone know if there is an "RV" setting that doesn't route me through tiny little roads or on mountainous grades that I might want to avoid towing a 33" travel... » Read More GPS for RV Does anyone know if there is an "RV" setting that doesn't route me through tiny little roads or on mountainous grades that I might want to avoid towing a 33" travel trailer and 7 dogs? « Show Less
1046619
I have Verizon's GPS. Although I don't recommend it (for other reasons), it has a "truck" option we use when pulling our 5er. I'm looking for a Nuvi with that option but haven't found it yet. The 506LT/LMT is way more expensive and looks like it's in "truck mode" all the time. Btw, isn't towing your dogs against the law? ;-)
1046620
i am too searching for a GPS that can do RV routing.i want to be able to take interstates and avoid parkways but mine only has option for "No highways" and we had to climb this mountain once which we almost didn't make it.Hope there is something out there for us.most of the sites i have searched doesn't tell you the route options available.
1046621
We have had CoPilot Live 10 and 11. It works pretty well but doesn't really have a place to put your dimensions and mine constantly closes due to some malfunction. The software seems to cause many issues on my laptop and you have to keep your laptop open (often in the way) and with mine, I have to continually keep the screen saver from taking over!
1046622
Leslie, did you ever figure it out? I just started traveling towing a 18' trailer with 3 dogs and I need to buy a good GPS that will avoid those steep grades if possible, but also lead me to the closest campgrounds, groceries and gas. There are too many choices and it is so confusing. Looking for advice from someone who has figured it out! Thanks!
1046623
You can stop the screen saver from activating through your computer control panel
1046624
This one has some interesting features: ability to enter your RV height; tire pressure monitoring (more $); 7 inch monitor. I have not tried this but with a 38 foot 5th wheel, I am looking for something.http://www.teletype.com/p/740061.html
1046625
New Choice: I put the money I was going to spend on a dedicated truck GPS for our 40' motorhome into a 3G-iPad and then bought the new CoPilot Live App ($30) for iPad. It has a setting for RV height. I'm not sure what else it has for RVers (truck stops, etc), but you can hold your iPad while in its case to the vents with a piece of twine and voila... a great big GPS screen plus all the other things iPad can do on the road. I'm happy with this solution but will probably bring my car's Garmi Nuvi as a back up for our big trip to YellowStone. Not a bad idea to have a back-up, as I have had a brand new Garmin lock up on a long RV trip. V. New Choice: I put the money I was going to spend on a dedicated truck GPS for our 40' motorhome into a 3G-iPad and then bought the new CoPilot Live App ($30) for iPad. It has a setting for RV height. I'm not sure what else it has for RVers (truck stops, etc), but you can hold your iPad while in its case to the vents with a piece of twine and voila... a great big GPS screen plus all the other things iPad can do on the road. I'm happy with this solution but will probably bring my car's Garmi Nuvi as a back up for our big trip to YellowStone. Not a bad idea to have a back-up, as I have had a... » Read More New Choice: I put the money I was going to spend on a dedicated truck GPS for our 40' motorhome into a 3G-iPad and then bought the new CoPilot Live App ($30) for iPad. It has a setting for RV height. I'm not sure what else it has for RVers (truck stops, etc), but you can hold your iPad while in its case to the vents with a piece of twine and voila... a great big GPS screen plus all the other things iPad can do on the road. I'm happy with this solution but will probably bring my car's Garmi Nuvi as a back up for our big trip to YellowStone. Not a bad idea to have a back-up, as I have had a brand new Garmin lock up on a long RV trip. V. « Show Less
1046626
I have been doing a little research and stumbled across this site. http://www.the-portable-gps.com/gps-for-trucking.htmlCopy and paste it. I think I found my answer to what I want for Rv'ing.
1046627
We just wiped out the roof of our brand new RV when we were forced to go under a bridge with only 12' clearance. Has anyone found a workable solution to a GPS with an RV'ers needs???? I need to know who has Diesel. Where the low bridges are. How to avoid U-turns, etc. Has anyone tried the new McNally Trip Maker or the Magellan RoadMate pro?
1046628
There are at least two GPS that are specific to RVs and/or large trucks now: Garmin's 'Big Rig' Nuvi 5000 GPS and CoPilot Live 11. I don't know if they are good or not, but if you are still looking, it's a place to start.
2145891
Your question would better be directed at either:1)The professionals at Draw-Tite. (extension use already cuts vehicle's tow capacity by 50%)Can only assume you indicating flat four towing? Not your vehicle aboard a trailer behind your RV type of towing?2)Your RV owners manual? And/Or the manufacturer of the hitch that is on your RV Lastly probably never ask the "professionals" here on Amazon.
1722808
That is no problem.I am now in the tenth week of a western RV trip and have been using my Garmin GPS , not the Rand McNally. The RVND is too complicated to use and I have found that the mileage compilation is way off , on the high side. As I said in my review, I would not recommend it.
501792
Personally, I modified this lever-action suction cup mount to hold my 7" Magellan GPS on the bottom left corner of my truck windshield so it's at about the 10 o'clock position in relation to the steering wheel. My RV Hauling truck was a RAM3500 1 ton Dually, & it never let go even on wash-board roads. I think that in a boat, unless you are running a flat-bottom boat over rough water, it should hold up a similar weight object. Just make sure that the smooth surface you are mounting to is squeaky clean & also it helps to moisten the cup portion of the mount first. Make sure the suction cup is flat against the smooth surface before locking it in place with the lever.
1488070
I agree-have been in the market for a new GPS for awhile now. Really do not need one [my Garmin 350 still does the job]. I like some of the newer features on the 1300 series-see such mixed reviews!! Model numbers should be mandatory when submitting a review so the customer can differentiate between units.
1290623
I did a lot of research on the GPS navigation devices available from 4.5" to 7". I tried all of them that had demos in the stores and had owners I knew let me work theirs. I found it to be a matter of personal choice as to what one likes or dislikes. Also, one can read through Amazon's and others customer reviews. I like the features of the TomTom devices. I've owned a TomTom 4.5", two 5" and now the VIA 1605 TM 6", which I would not trade for any other one. Do your research looking for the one that has the features you like and meets your needs. Keep in mind that those who own other brands are just as passionate about theirs. bob
1858592
yes, you put your rv size in and it keeps you out of areas you shouldn't go in. We found it very helpful last May while traveling, we came across some low bridges and the GPS warned us./
1610147
I purchased a gps long ago and I'm very satisfied with it, I DON'T UNDERSTAND why you sent me this email asking me about this nonsense question, I sent positive feed back a few days after a started using the device, so please double check on your emails, it may be a mistake in your behalf. Thank you. !
1380031
I just used the GPS on a long road trip. It was very fast and seemed to stay up with quick turns and tunnels and overpasses. It did not keep track of starting mileage and other information which allowed you to calculate gas mileage, parked time, etc. It only reports time to destination in hour and minutes, and the mileage remaining.
1858596
Having used a variety of GPS units over the Past 15 years. I would say the Garmin RV 760LMT was better than anything else I have used in the Motorhome. It went ways I hadn't thought of and made my life better. Like anything it is a tool and it is not perfect.
1290622
I did a lot of research on the GPS navigation devices available from 4.5" to 7". I tried all of them that had demos in the stores and had owners I knew let me work theirs. I found it to be a matter of personal choice as to what one likes or dislikes. Also, one can read through Amazon's and others customer reviews. I like the features of the TomTom devices. I've owned a TomTom 4.5", two 5" and now the VIA 1605 TM 6", which I would not trade for any other one. Do your research looking for the one that has the features you like and meets your needs. Keep in mind that those who own other brands are just as passionate about theirs. bob I did a lot of research on the GPS navigation devices available from 4.5" to 7". I tried all of them that had demos in the stores and had owners I knew let me work theirs. I found it to be a matter of personal choice as to what one likes or dislikes. Also, one can read through Amazon's and others customer reviews. I like the features of the TomTom devices. I've owned a TomTom 4.5", two 5" and now the VIA 1605 TM 6", which I would not trade for any other one. Do your research looking for the one that has the features you like and meets your needs. Keep in mind that... » Read More I did a lot of research on the GPS navigation devices available from 4.5" to 7". I tried all of them that had demos in the stores and had owners I knew let me work theirs. I found it to be a matter of personal choice as to what one likes or dislikes. Also, one can read through Amazon's and others customer reviews. I like the features of the TomTom devices. I've owned a TomTom 4.5", two 5" and now the VIA 1605 TM 6", which I would not trade for any other one. Do your research looking for the one that has the features you like and meets your needs. Keep in mind that those who own other brands are just as passionate about theirs. bob « Show Less
1931783
I have the Magellan Roadmate, which is about 7 3/8 x 5 1/8 the whole unit and it fits nicely. It was urchased for our RV. I think it is too big for an automobile though. I am short and had trouble seeing over this GPS mounted on this type of mount. But, definitely this mount is sturdier than the mount it comes with. I would highly recommend this mount to anyone with a large GPS.
281364
I use my trailer to haul small building supply's . Lawn mowers and my tools from Ma. To N.H. . I've moved a couch on it. I,m going too haul wood for the winter soon . but so far it's been getting a work out . I wish I got 12" wheels instead of 8" wheels . My home in N.H. has a mix of sand and dirt with some bumps for a drive way . My drive way is 164 ft. To the road . I drive a 2.0 2 door KIA sportage 4x4 . small car but seems to handle what I tow so far , but winter will test all.
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I bought it to use in my RV, which is a class C because I work via internet. I put the antenna on the window over the cab (suction cup) and it has worked very well (where there is a signal) when driving or dry camping in areas like AZ, UT, Eastern OR & WA, MT, WY, SD, NE, KS, TN, Texas, LA, MS & AL. I use Verizon Mifi as my ATT cell is useless except in metro areas. I also use in in the toad when exploring, but then it goes on the roof. I'm off the beaten path quite a bit and very pleased with it. It's fun to do a comparison of "bars" with & without the booster at various locations. Would buy it again. I bought it to use in my RV, which is a class C because I work via internet. I put the antenna on the window over the cab (suction cup) and it has worked very well (where there is a signal) when driving or dry camping in areas like AZ, UT, Eastern OR & WA, MT, WY, SD, NE, KS, TN, Texas, LA, MS & AL. I use Verizon Mifi as my ATT cell is useless except in metro areas. I also use in in the toad when exploring, but then it goes on the roof. I'm off the beaten path quite a bit and very pleased with it. It's fun to do a comparison of "bars" with & without the booster at various... » Read More I bought it to use in my RV, which is a class C because I work via internet. I put the antenna on the window over the cab (suction cup) and it has worked very well (where there is a signal) when driving or dry camping in areas like AZ, UT, Eastern OR & WA, MT, WY, SD, NE, KS, TN, Texas, LA, MS & AL. I use Verizon Mifi as my ATT cell is useless except in metro areas. I also use in in the toad when exploring, but then it goes on the roof. I'm off the beaten path quite a bit and very pleased with it. It's fun to do a comparison of "bars" with & without the booster at various locations. Would buy it again. « Show Less
2059997
Hey M. , Did you add Mapping solfware yourself ? If you did, you have to have the solfware Settings , set for the GPS unit. Mapping setting have to match. Not sure where but it should say something about downloading maps to the unit. A friend of mine didn't have the setting matching and we were off about 1/4 mile. This is not good when out hunting.
973018
Absolutely! If you set the parameters for a travel trailer it will tailor the routing to avoid certain areas. I just completed a five thousand mile trip to west Texas and my GPS worked flawlessly. I love the thing. The newest model has provisions for a back-up camera which mine is lacking. That feature would have been very helpful a couple times on this trip. If you buy one read about the features and make sure it has that as well. No backup camera is included of course but the plug in provision is there. They are wifi capable but we used a wireless card and moving along at 70 MPH, that feature was spotty. Absolutely! If you set the parameters for a travel trailer it will tailor the routing to avoid certain areas. I just completed a five thousand mile trip to west Texas and my GPS worked flawlessly. I love the thing. The newest model has provisions for a back-up camera which mine is lacking. That feature would have been very helpful a couple times on this trip. If you buy one read about the features and make sure it has that as well. No backup camera is included of course but the plug in provision is there. They are wifi capable but we used a wireless card and moving along at 70 MPH, that... » Read More Absolutely! If you set the parameters for a travel trailer it will tailor the routing to avoid certain areas. I just completed a five thousand mile trip to west Texas and my GPS worked flawlessly. I love the thing. The newest model has provisions for a back-up camera which mine is lacking. That feature would have been very helpful a couple times on this trip. If you buy one read about the features and make sure it has that as well. No backup camera is included of course but the plug in provision is there. They are wifi capable but we used a wireless card and moving along at 70 MPH, that feature was spotty. « Show Less
1848641
I can't get mine to avoid tolls.perhaps because it's in truck mode.?as far as weigh stations it misses half of them.. but I believe if you turn before the scale it will reroute you.? Maybe around it?I really like garmin but not much help for trucks..