Does anyone know if a Navigation system in an F-350 FX4 can be upgraded to a truckers upgrade. This is due to towing a 5th fifth wheel. I have to be navigated beneath bridges. We are unable to tow our fifth wheel through tunnels in the northeast.

Any help would be appreciated. Thank you in advance.

Infinityrver

 

I don't think there an app for the Nav, just add on's for ipod and android phones.
Chuck

 

I don't think there's any way to change or upgrade the stock system that comes with the truck. Ford isn't keen on software modification. You can buy aftermarket standalone trucker GPS systems, but that's about it.

 

Ya, I knew of them. It would have been nice not have an external unit.

Ford also, has said there is no upgrade.

 

Rand McNally announced last year that a Nav System Manufacturer was incorporating their RVND GPS product into an after market in-dash nav system. I checked into and they had a unit that would fit but it was around a $1000.00. Details are on my home computer but you might try Googling Rand McNally GPS or something.

 

Until you get the NAV question figured out, go to any large chain truckstop and buy a Rand McNally Motor Carrier's Road Atlas.

The front section of it has a restricted-height guide for Interstates and most major highways in every state.

-blaine

 

garmin 465 t is a truckers gps works both for cars and trucks just put in your info and it will route you 400.00. im a trucker during the week works great

 

You could be overthinking the issue a bit...I've traveled the north east extensively and have had few if any problems. Google the Good Sam sight...they have a great RV travel guide that gives accurate info on those issues, state by state.

 

Actually it's Woodall's Rules of the road.

 

http://www.xsna.ca/x1.html

 

With a fifth wheel camper or motorhome you are not allowed to enter into a tunnel due to having propane. In order to avoid the tunnels you need to go a different route. There are low bridges on Parkways. So, yes I am over thinkin' it. I can avoid any issues by taking the 84 to 81 when I'm heading south. It's also, a few hours longer.

I would have liked to added to my Navigation system in my Lariatt. Apparently, I'll be purchasing an external RV navigation system. Thanks for your help.

 

Again your over generalizing...just checked the prohibited list, they are:

NY city 2 tunnels and 2 bridges
all Boston Harbor tunnels
the one in Baltimore...and that I695 bypass is just a burp in time.

As for others elsewhere there are simply restrictions...mostly limited to shutting off the valves and some size limitations

 

Thanks for the info.

 

Don't want to beat this to death but if you want some thing to look at

https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/on-t...rod112211.html
Advanced GPS for Trucks
7.0" high-resolution touchscreen display
Active Lane Guidance
Customized truck routing¹ for lower 48 states and Canada
Lifetime map² and traffic³ updates
Smartphone Link compatible

Additional Specs
IFTA fuel logging capability
HOS violation warnings
Specialized truck routing supports truck-related restrictions in both the U.S. and Canada (customizable by height, weight, length, width and hazardous materials).
Truck-specific points of interest
Exit services (such as rest areas, food, lodging)
Display elevation grade of current road while driving
Includes truck specific features such as state border notices, speed limit changes, sunrise/sunset and mile marker info
External video input for backup cameras
This USB mass storage device is compatible with Windows® XP or newer and Mac® OS X 10.4 or later.

You can put in you truck info and it will/should
keep you from places where you can't go

Sean

 

Really appreciate this information. Thank you.

Dave