[accunlmtd]

I see there has been some discussion on GPS mounts,
I found that the Motorcycle/Bicycle handlebar mount that RAM makes, fits perfectly on the "Oh $hit" handle.
Reception is perfect on my ETrex.

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Al in Colorado.

 

[hero]

Interesting. I'll have to check that out. My 60csx does not want to stay on the dash using the bean bag thingy from Garmin.

 

[etp095]

that's a great idea,i'll have to try it.

 

[Akillez-13]

That is pretty ingenius, will it fit megellan explorist 600? Whats the product number? I think im gonna have to copy your style.

 

[SoCalJoe]

I used something similar for my 60Csx. It's an ATV mount from LobsterMount. I love it!

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I've been using battery power up until now. I have the hard wire kit - just need to find the time to wire it up.

 

[accunlmtd]

That is pretty ingenius, will it fit megellan explorist 600? Whats the product number? I think im gonna have to copy your style.

The RAM set-up is all in interchangeable parts ( bases, swivels, and unit mounts). You pick and choose the applicable parts then snap it all together.
Here is the RAM site
RAM Mounting Systems, Inc.
The part number for the U-bolt part is; RAP-B-102-231Z
I saw they do make a mount for the one you have.

It will fit any diameter from 1/2" to 1 1/4"

It swivels and angles pretty much any way you want.

Pretty slick mounting system.

They also make Ipod mounts as well....

al in colorado

 

[Akillez-13]

thanks, just ordered a set from ebay.......great price.

 

[dmf415]

how bout this?
ProClip Mounting System  - Choose Your Country

 

[InkMing]

how bout this?
ProClip Mounting System *-*Choose Your Country

Currently using one of thiers. No complaints.

 

[InkMing]

ProClip

ProClip setup:

 

[dmf415]

how much did all the parts cost you?

Looks like you had to buy an FJ mount plus a flat base to mount the gps unit too

 

[Akillez-13]

Okay finally got my mount installed, perfect place to mount the gps unit. Very close for great viewing.

 

[Truman]

This is a nice solution, it's the new TomTom One, no antenna required and hard wired into the fuse box....$ 299

 

[dmf415]

i suctioned mine in the same spot, how long does it stay there till it falls off?

This is a nice solution, it's the new TomTom One, no antenna required and hard wired into the fuse box....$ 299

 

[Truman]

It stayed for 4 days before falling off, I picked up an 8x10 piece of clear plexi for a buck fifty at Lowes, cut a 3.5" square piece and with clear silicone stuck it in that spot overnight, works great and TomTom has stayed put ever since.

 

[smalls]

I like having mine attached to the windshield,or high enough I don't have to lower my head. When I am looking at the GPS, I can keep the road in my peripheral view.

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[Truman]

The windshield mount works well too, for Me though a bit of a reach and I like having it out of the direct sunlight, also a minor annoyance to remove every time the windshield sun shade has to go in. What ever works for you is the right thing to do.

 

[jetplanemech]

Here is my TOMTOM one. I love the location; easy access while driving and it's right in front of my face. I plan on running the power wire in to the dash-top compartment.

 

[Truman]

The greatest thing about this unit is it talks to you, so having it on the dash really isn't necessary in my opinion, and really don't like it up there for all the world to see, and the heat up there during summer months is gonna cook the thing.

 

[jetplanemech]

To each is their own.

In the 4th coldest city in the United States heat really isn't an issue.
I remove it when I leave the vehicle (or hide it).
Yes it talks but one has to tell it what to say.

It is a very handy unit though.