Experience with Portable GPS Units?

[Jack & Donna Smith]

Not sure what you mean by "Portable GPS" unit, but I use my
Garmin,III+, (with the regular antenna) that I mounted with velcro on
the dash, in front of the steering wheel. I use it as a speedometer,
and I have always gotten good signals. However, I use the 12V car
cord, as it eats AA batteries quite fast!!
We also use the "Co-Pilot" attached to the laptop for navagation.
Just place the GPS unit in front of the A/C outlets.. Works fine!!
Jack Smith
SoCal


--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "gerhardwilliams"
wrote:
>
> I am contemplating purchase of a "portable" GPS unit for use in our
coach. I am concerned as
> to whether or not it will operate inside our steel "skin" and with
our straight up and down
> windows. The unit picks up the satellite from the rear of the GPS
receiver. I can not try it
> first, as sellers will not allow return if unsuccessful. Thus, I
ask the forum if you have any
> experience? Thanks, Gery Williams, Lady LeeAnn, 2000LXI, Savannah,
Georgia
>