GPS update

[Ilovemaui]

I just purchased a 2019 24v with the tiny 6” monitor. I’d like to update to something larger with RV gps and Carplay. Looking for suggestions.
Thanks.

 

[TJ&LadyDi]

Are you wanting an in-dash or standalone unit?

TJ

 

[Ilovemaui]

My preference would be in dash. Replace the existing with a little larger and more functional unit. I recently replaced the head unit in my Porsche 911 with a little larger unit that includes wireless Carplay. The head unit fit in the same slot. Searching online for a radio that fits a Porsche seems to be a little easier than an RV.

 

[Ilovemaui]

I may have just found s solution. I think I’ll install an Alpine iLX F411. It has an 11” screen with Carplay.

 

[TJ&LadyDi]

Most RVs use the double-DIN size in-dash. The trick will be finding one with RV-specific capabilities. The Kenwood DNX-775RVS is a double-DIN, in-dash unit with a 6.9” touch screen and RV capability. It has RV GPS guidance capability, but runs about $1,500; pretty steep for a 0.9 screen size increase.

A far simpler solution is a standalone GPS like the Garmin RV 890 (8” screen) or RV 1090 (10” screen) at about a third the cost of the Kenwood.

I don’t believe the Alpine unit you reference has RV GPS capability (setting height, width, length, weight, etc.); just auto guidance. If that is not important to you, then the Alpine may be sufficient for your purposes.

TJ

 

[Ilovemaui]

Very good points.