Where Do I Put A Gps ?
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Where Do I Put A Gps ?
Hi,
I want to install a GPS in my '98 Expedition. The guy I'm dealing with wants to install it somewhere in the dash. I'm reluctant to let someone pull my dash apart and would prefer another location but he insists that's the best place.
I'd appreciate hearing from anyone that's installed a GPS in another location and got satisfactory results.
Thanks,
Bob
I want to install a GPS in my '98 Expedition. The guy I'm dealing with wants to install it somewhere in the dash. I'm reluctant to let someone pull my dash apart and would prefer another location but he insists that's the best place.
I'd appreciate hearing from anyone that's installed a GPS in another location and got satisfactory results.
Thanks,
Bob
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I installed a Pioneer AVIC-D3 in my 99, it's a very impressive unit. It's a complete audio, video and navigation system, and until the 31st they're offering a $200 factory rebate. Pioneer USA - In-Dash Navigation
Pioneers coming out with the new F series also the 20th of this month that'll have indash and on dash models, so you may wish to wait for those. However there's been some very good deal's on the D3's lately, with the factory rebate you can get them now at half the price I paid for mine.
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Pioneers coming out with the new F series also the 20th of this month that'll have indash and on dash models, so you may wish to wait for those. However there's been some very good deal's on the D3's lately, with the factory rebate you can get them now at half the price I paid for mine.
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Madsonp, any idea how much current your system draws? What size alternator do you have?
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I have no idea, and I just have the stock alternator in mine. I haven't had any problems even with all the add ons I have.
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I Should Have Been More Specific
When I said "GPS" system I was referring to a GPS "tracking" device that would let me locate the vehicle if it was ever stolen.
Sorry about that . It didn't dawn on me your first thought would be the "in dash" type for directions/maps.
I apologize for that. Bob
Sorry about that . It didn't dawn on me your first thought would be the "in dash" type for directions/maps.
I apologize for that. Bob
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Ohhhhhhhhhhh ok, can't help you there.
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Will it work if placed in the rear cargo area?
Or rear storage area?
Easier to remove those panels and easy enough to run wires back there.
Or rear storage area?
Easier to remove those panels and easy enough to run wires back there.
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After the clarification, methinks the installer has the right idea. You do not want it where it could be pooped out with a screw driver. Same with the TomToms and stuff that folks have now. Crooks are breaking into them when they see the bracket suction cupped to the window. They know the GPS is in there....
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