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Old 07-09-2010 | 02:20 PM
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Aftermarket GPS Setups - Photos Wanted

I opted for the Sport rather than the Navi model--I would love to see interior photos of how you have your GPS systems set up.

Also please post which GPS model you have--please be nice--I am a GPS novice. Thanks
 
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Old 07-09-2010 | 04:14 PM
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Garmin nuvi 755T Review (GPSmagazine.com)

No photos but the suction mount can be easily positioned in the drivers 'vent' window for a comfortable view. Power cord drapes over the steering wheel to the outlet. No big deal because I'm not using it most of the time, not that that means I know where I'm going - I just don't care. I much prefer this over sticking it in the middle somewhere and vent mounts suck for the FIT.

I've also used TomTom, but really do not like their suction mounts. Gave it to my daughter - he-he.

You saved a bundle not springing on the Navi and from what I hear it isn't at all what it's cracked up to be.

The other thing to remember is any GPS worth its salt will work just fine laying on the seat next to you or in the passengers hands. So if your looking for a place to eat give it to your wingman.

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Old 07-09-2010 | 04:30 PM
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Here is a pic of a Pioneer F700BT Navi installed in my 09 Fit Sport non-nav. In this pic im using an aftermarket trim piece, it has since been replaced with the OEM Honda trim.

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Old 07-09-2010 | 04:44 PM
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I mount mine in the corner window...here is how I ran the wires...STEALTH MODE!

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Old 07-09-2010 | 05:04 PM
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i dont usually use nav in my fit, but when i do, i just use the glass mount suction cup since our state allows it. on my other cars i have a custom setup.
 
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Old 07-10-2010 | 02:24 AM
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Are you looking for GE only pics??
 
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Old 07-10-2010 | 09:34 AM
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Originally Posted by TurboManGT
Are you looking for GE only pics??
No--I think any setup on a GD would work on a GE--except for indash.
Interested in seeing all
 
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Old 07-10-2010 | 09:41 AM
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I mount mine in the corner window...here is how I ran the wires...STEALTH MODE!








You get lost going to school? Sry
 
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Old 07-10-2010 | 12:21 PM
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Pics of my Pioneer Avic U310BT

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Old 07-10-2010 | 02:29 PM
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My GPS


Power cord drapes over steering wheel over to outlet - no issues at all.

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My XM



Antenna mounted behind stock - lead comes in thru hatch and is tucked at
headliner to front A-pillar then down and inside lower dash to the unit.
 
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Old 07-10-2010 | 03:23 PM
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Got GPS on my Nexus One. Chose vent mount b/c I didn't want a suction cup thingy.

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Old 07-14-2010 | 01:51 PM
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I should get my Fit this week, but I plan to try and attach it in front of the Shifter above the two cup-holders, Below the radio somehow. Thats where I have my Garmin located now in my '05 civic and I get a great signal.

will post pic when i do it.
 
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Old 07-14-2010 | 05:26 PM
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mounting to your little side window is pretty trick! i should do that next time.
 
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Old 07-14-2010 | 05:59 PM
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mounting to your little side window is pretty trick! i should do that next time.
Yeah--I really like that set up, too--keeps the dash nice and clean and better visibility for driver
 
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Old 07-14-2010 | 09:30 PM
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Stealth....
 
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Old 08-08-2010 | 06:45 PM
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i got rid of my garmin and built a simple iphone GPS setup.

it consists of a inverted/modified suction cup ball mount from a garmin unit. it'll work with any device that has a smooth rear end. all you need is some screws and this garmin suction cup mount that you can get from ebay for around $5.



here it is in my honda fit:




you can put it in portrait mode as well:


it's absolutely rock solid as all garmin mounts are. no vibrations and it holds its position very, very well.

i hope this gives you folks some ideas.
 
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Old 08-08-2010 | 07:43 PM
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That is where I had mine mounted for the longest time. Now when I use it I will mount it just to the left of the rear view mirror.
 
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Old 08-08-2010 | 10:27 PM
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I stuck mine down here, amazingly i get a full signal. I like it down there out-of-site out-of-mind for criminals.

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Old 08-09-2010 | 06:20 PM
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Some of you guys have the nicest GPS systems
 
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Old 08-09-2010 | 11:45 PM
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I stuck mine down here, amazingly i get a full signal. I like it down there out-of-site out-of-mind for criminals.
How did you get it to hold it like that?
 


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