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Pacifier
02-14-2006, 01:22 AM
Here is my dilemma.... I'm having a hard time deciding whether I want a winch or a Garmin Trail Guide. Help!
Truck
02-14-2006, 03:07 AM
Winch definately

Truck
02tj
02-14-2006, 03:09 AM
just go and buy the LT-20 Delorme gps kit for 89.00 bucks and throw your laptop in the jeep when you go on a trip or wheeling. its better that a gps!.....Thanks for the heads up on this Mike its awesome so far!
Pacifier
02-14-2006, 03:12 AM
just go and buy the LT-20 Delorme gps kit for 89.00 bucks and throw your laptop in the jeep when you go on a trip or wheeling. its better that a gps!.....Thanks for the heads up on this Mike its awesome so far!

I'll check it out tonight. Thanks!
streetdoc
02-14-2006, 12:37 PM
I just pickup the LT-20 yesterday at Micro Center (Nutley Rd) on sale for $79. I had already purchased the Topo USA 5.0 software and the LT-20 came with Street Maps 2006. What a set of software! I've converting my waypoints and tracks from the Magellan that I have to the new stuff - WOW!!!!!! Topo USA 5.0 is GREAT in DVD form its only 1 disk in CD form I think it was 6 disk. I don't think you can beat this when you use it with a computer in your Jeep.
02tj
02-14-2006, 01:14 PM
From what I can see it looks awesome! We do need a class on this stuff though. David, you think you could help us out? I also found a lap-top bracket on e bay and Mike and I have already bought one Here is the link!

http://cgi.ebay.com/LAPTOP-COMPUTER-MOUNT-BRACKET-GPS-STAND_W0QQitemZ8765776088QQcategoryZ31534QQrdZ1QQc mdZViewItem
Gonzowerke
02-14-2006, 01:22 PM
I just pickup the LT-20 yesterday at Micro Center (Nutley Rd) on sale for $79. I had already purchased the Topo USA 5.0 software and the LT-20 came with Street Maps 2006. What a set of software! I've converting my waypoints and tracks from the Magellan that I have to the new stuff - WOW!!!!!! Topo USA 5.0 is GREAT in DVD form its only 1 disk in CD form I think it was 6 disk. I don't think you can beat this when you use it with a computer in your Jeep.

Next time you're up there at Micro Center, hit the StarBucks. My Fiancee Susan is the Manager.

I found a laptop mount at an emergency equipment dealer online.
I'll post the link later. I gotta run to work,I hear the dreaded Nextel alert going off down in the garage!
02tj
02-14-2006, 01:29 PM
this is what I got
http://i4.ebayimg.com/03/i/06/11/d5/48_2.JPG
H2_RECOVERY
02-14-2006, 01:53 PM
I used it on the last trail ride and it did show all the routes we took. Much better than the Magellan. But remember your giving up passanger room when using the laptop.
Pacifier
02-14-2006, 03:06 PM
I'll just throw the wife on the back seat....NO biggie! (Don't tell her I said that)
02tj
02-14-2006, 03:43 PM
ha ha !
Pacifier
02-15-2006, 02:35 AM
Thanks to your guys advice, I went to Micro Center and picked up the Topo USA 5.0 and the Earthmate GPS LT-20. I was a lot cheaper than the winch and GPS system. Now I'm going to go and play with it.
Pacifier
02-15-2006, 02:41 AM
this is what I got
http://i4.ebayimg.com/03/i/06/11/d5/48_2.JPG

Rick,

Thanks.....I just got the mount....When are we installing it? :roll:
02tj
02-15-2006, 03:01 AM
when I get back.
Pacifier
02-15-2006, 03:11 AM
Cool... Take care of your self at Bragg.
Pacifier
02-15-2006, 04:24 PM
Here are some pics of the pending upgrade. I can't wait to put it together.

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f108/irkermit/DSC02570.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f108/irkermit/DSC02572.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f108/irkermit/DSC02571.jpg

And the mount already on the forum...
Pacifier
02-15-2006, 04:29 PM
You got me right, Mike / Rick ?
02tj
02-15-2006, 07:50 PM
mine is in the jeep already! Ill show you tonight!
Pacifier
02-15-2006, 08:41 PM
I can't wait..... I bet it looks sweeet....
Fifthpro
04-13-2006, 04:49 PM
Hey guys, I was thinking for going the computer nav route myself. I saw this set up on a Jeep a few months ago and was thinking of doing the same thing, except I will be using a Pan. Tuffbook so it will be able to stand up against the vibs, dirt & water........

Anyhow here is a pic of what I am talking about. Of course it is primarily set up for Co-Pilot Nav (and my right seater is a 7 yr old little boy) so a back-up Garmin V will still be running on my dash or I may use a small external screen that leads over to my point of view. Heck, the possibilities are endless....
Fifthpro
04-13-2006, 04:56 PM
Another shot without the computer showing the mount. Nice system as long as the right side airbag is turned off! Talking about a surprise! Anyhow, just thought that I would share....
Pacifier
04-13-2006, 06:40 PM
Geezzzz! That's a little too much for me.
Frank
04-14-2006, 01:14 AM
no brainer, get the winch, seeing where you are stuck at doesn't help much.
Pacifier
04-14-2006, 02:09 AM
I already got both, just in case. LOL
Fifthpro
04-14-2006, 03:01 AM
A little much maybe for the DD or Weekend Wheeler (That includes me as well) but the rig was set up for a expedition style race of sorts. When navigation is a key as extreme terrain mobility then it was probably right on the mark. There were some really nice custom mods on the rig....I was looking to buy it and the guy sold it the night before I called to buy it.......but that is ok, I got what I wanted a few weeks later. :D

Cheers!