Gps dash location?

[Tom T]

So, after 5 yrs I finally broke down and might a nice Garmin 8" gps unit, this will help my marriage and save me gas money! I have a Ford E-450 chassis, and am wanting to hear pros and cons of different mounting locations in relation to placement on the dash/ windshield, I am concerned with hindering the drivers view, and not sure if mounting it at the center of the dash or attaching it to the windshield so it hangs above the rear view mirror would be the best options?

 

[Gramps.busa]

You’ll want to mount it where you can easily operate it while driving. I put mine on the dash on driver side of center line. I figured an iPod sized Gps can’t block enough of my vision out of an 8ft by 5ft windshield !!!

 

[TJ&LadyDi]

Our Garmin RV890 is positioned in the middle of the dash where both driver and passenger/co-pilot can see it.

It is mounted on a Ram Portable Friction Mount...

RAM® Portable Friction Dashboard Base

Details and specifications of the retail packaged RAM® Portable Friction Dashboard Base, Part No. RAP-279C. UPC: 793442938207. Additional information includes compatibility lists, components, assembly instuctions/videos.

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with a 1” Ram ball...

RAM® Round Plate with Ball - B Size

The RAM-B-202U consists of a 1" B size rubber ball connected to a 2.5" diameter round plate. This mounting component includes pre-drilled holes using the universal AMPS hole pattern.

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...epoxied to it. I dislike suction cups; IME, they lose their grip at the worst possible time.

A Ram Double Socket Arm...

RAM® Composite Double Socket Arm - B Size Medium

The RAP-B-201U, composite standard double socket arm, has a socket at both ends that accommodates 1" ball bases. A single spring inside the arm opens the end sockets, allowing you to pivot the ball and socket connection. This socket technology allows for almost infinite adjustment and perfect...

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...links the ball mount on the RV 890 to the base.

This configuration has worked well for us.

TJ

 

[Kcmusa]

Center of window, low as possible. Both can see it and with the magnetic mount it’s so easy to pull it off for the passenger to access and make changes.

 

[Tom T]

Center of window, low as possible. Both can see it and with the magnetic mount it’s so easy to pull it off for the passenger to access and make changes.

I'm thinking that would be best, when on the dash in center there is huge blind spot at the RF of the truck, Might be able to mount it above the radio, and under the fan switch.

 

[DebN]

I am a newbie also. My 2008 Class C doesn't have any fancy electronics. After my first trip with the backup camera and GPS beanbags sliding all over the place, I got a vent clip and cd slot holder made for GPS's. The ball connector of the backup camera was a little larger than the GPS ball, so I had to sand it down a little, but I'm really happy with the results. Everything is now secure, no blind spots, and positioned where I need them. I also got a cigarette lighter adapter that lets me plug in 3 devices and also has 2 USB ports for phone charging. I got it all on Amazon and it was not expensive.

 

[Calsun]

I mount mine as far to the left and as low as possible on the windshield. That way I can check it without taking my eyes completely off the road and it does not obscure my ability to see anything in the road. I have a center navigation display but much prefer the Garmin RV GPS.

 

[STANDERSON]

Ours is right of center (toward the passenger), angled towards the driver. The TireMinder is directly beside it.