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I have the Rand-Mcnally unit. It sounded great when reading about it but in reality all it does is tell me when I am exceeding the speed limit. As far as the low clearance feature is concerned, that is smoke as well. I encountered a low bridge outside Douglas, WY on a state highway and the Rand-McNally didn't say a thing. I also have and use CoPilot live for Trucks. I have it on my Ipad (which has built in air card) and since it is made for trucks, if it keeps them out of trouble it will and does the same for me. I mount the Ipad using a RAM mount and it is easier to see that way. CoPilot also has more options, the same as Rand-McNally but also routes that are the most pratical and if subscribed to the live traffic feature it will keep one constantly alerted to road conditions and if a serious hazard suggest an alternate route. I have the RM unit on the dash above the rear view camera (which is always on) so a glance at one is a glance at both. I use both units since I like the speed limit feature on the RM unit and for a fast glance its ok. The Ipad is mounted on the RAM mount and is not in the line of sight as the large screen would be too distracting. CoPilot Trucks was $149 and I already had the Ipad.
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CHP Giving Tickets To RV Drivers
JimmyLeggett replied to elisowski@sbcglobal.net's topic in Laws and Legislative Action
Same here. I have the correct license (TX) so I'm ready for them but no big deal, I have absoultely no intention of ever going to commiefornia for any reason. -
Wi-Fi Booster and Antenna
JimmyLeggett replied to wolfe10's topic in RV Internet to Go/Staying in Touch
thanks, add me to your list as well Jimmy -
Ditto. I would like to do the same and also don't know how. Same with adding photos to postings.
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Just Received Rand Mcnally's TripMaker RVND 5510
JimmyLeggett replied to steve@switzland.com's topic in Electronics
I have used my RVND 5510 on a recent month long trip from Texas to Michigan then out west and then back. Its ok, a bigger screen would be very nice. I mounted mine on the dash above the rear view camera so I can see both at the same time. I also have Co-Pilot truck on my IPad and used them both to compare. Co-pilot truck is for trucks but also has routing for RVs and cars. Most of the time the two units agreed on route and were always matched on speed, etc. The co-pilot takes the operational environment of the big rig trucks into account and there is a choice for fastest, shortest, and pratical, a very nice feature. One advantage, I turned off the main route a couple of times. The RVND 5510 would let me make tight right turns to get back on course, the co-pilot absolutely refused to give me a right turn on city streets (I like that). When your new in town and don't know the streets a right turn can get you in trouble fast. I figure anywhere an 18 wheeler can go, I can certainly go without much difficulty. One quick aside. I found a bridge in Wyoming that was only 12 ft 10 inches and neither unit picked up on it. I was in a spot where turning around meant backing up about two miles. my coach is 12 ft 6 in but with the CB and radio antennas it is closer to 13. both antennas scrapped loudly but the coach was clear all the way. I think you will find the 5510 to your liking. -
I have them on my coach. 09 Damon Astoria. I also had them on an Expedition. I like them very much and yes they do improve wind handling a whole bunch. As for the MPG improvement, it wouldn't be much if any. I bought them for the handling not the fuel savings. Took me about two hours to install them and the look of them does grow on you believe it or not and for darn sure they are a good conversation started in the RV parks.