View Full Version : Need help ........ GPS
Spider
01-29-2007, 11:57 AM
ok this last trip , I got lost 4 or 5 times and in a 18 wheeler this can be a a huge problem ,calling these places and getting directions from people that really dont know the area ,is aggravating so i have decided to get a GPS system , my wife found one that will hook into the USB port on my lap top , are those any good ?
glennst
01-29-2007, 12:05 PM
I use one with Delorme Street Atlas and it works pretty good. It has voice commands and detailed maps. I've heard that the Microsoft version is also really good.
The only problem is that it is still pretty awkward to try to use while driving compared to those dash mounted units.
Spider
01-29-2007, 12:09 PM
I use one with Delorme Street Atlas and it works pretty good. It has voice commands and detailed maps. I've heard that the Microsoft version is also really good.
The only problem is that it is still pretty awkward to try to use while driving compared to those dash mounted units.
well i have this http://www.dieselboss.com/mounts/underseat.jpg
so i think I will be fine ....thanks for the info
It really depends on your requirements.
I have the Garmin 60csx..which is a handheld. Great for hiking, snow-mobiling or anything like that. However it sucks for driving...even though it can do routing.
If you are ONLY going to use it for driving...then I would go with a more dedicated system w/ voice prompts and the most detailed maps you can get.
If you want to use it for a variety of activities than there are a number of different solutions including hybrid products like your wife found.
well i have this http://www.dieselboss.com/mounts/underseat.jpg
so i think I will be fine ....thanks for the info
'Course with a setup like that...a laptop solution would be pretty sweet.
Spider
01-29-2007, 12:20 PM
'Course with a setup like that...a laptop solution would be pretty sweet.
it does make life easier . I have used http://www.randmcnally.com/ like a GPS , but it doesnt work the same ;D
Traveler
01-29-2007, 12:40 PM
Spider,
I've used this Garmin C330 Navigator and it works quite well for my needs. Runs about $300-400 bucks and has the entire U.S preloaded.
Of course, it's only as good as it's last update, which was 2004 if I remember correctly.
Spider
01-29-2007, 12:42 PM
thanks
Spider
02-06-2007, 12:37 AM
man I am having fun with this GSP ( I went with the one that goes into the USB port ) alot of fun , How I ever drove a truck without this I dont know , I had a load of fiberglass buildings on today , went to Baggs wyoming , knew right where I was going but used the GPS ;D
Cell phones , GPS , Lap top computers , X Box ,26 inch LCD screen , DVD surround sound ......... ««««««««««««««««Loves being a high tech trucker ;D
DomCasual
02-06-2007, 12:39 AM
You still have to know which way is left and which way is right, Spider. Maybe you could write LEFT and RIGHT in permanent magic marker on your hands?
Spider
02-06-2007, 12:48 AM
You still have to know which way is left and which way is right, Spider. Maybe you could write LEFT and RIGHT in permanent magic marker on your hands?
No I dont , damn thing talks to me with a flashing arrow ;D turn right here , look down at the screen arrow flashing showing me ......... I feel like a king ;D
watermock
02-06-2007, 01:05 AM
Sheesh...you act like it's a big thing to make a U-turn on a two lane highway. Sissy...Man up! Ha!
Spider
02-06-2007, 01:30 AM
Sheesh...you act like it's a big thing to make a U-turn on a two lane highway. Sissy...Man up! Ha!
LOL nothing like the sound of squealing tires