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RetSgt7114
Explorer
Apr 10, 2013

Poor GPS Reception in a "C"

I am experiencing poor satellite reception on my GPS mounted on the windshield of my class C. I suspect that the overhead bunk hanging over the cab is blocking the signal. Has anyone else experienced this problem and if so, what have you done to resolve it?

Thanks,

Ron
Class C

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  • Go_Dawgs1's avatar
    Go_Dawgs1
    Explorer
    Apr 10, 2013
    I would say that could be your problem. I have a Garmin Nuvi 50 that I got in January and it works great no matter where I locate it.
  • RetSgt7114's avatar
    RetSgt7114
    Explorer
    Apr 10, 2013
    fatmanobx wrote:
    I've had two C's and now have a TC and I have never had any trouble with my GPS mounted on my windshield..Is your GPS old??


    It is a few years old. Maybe time to upgrade. Thanks.
  • exeter_acres's avatar
    exeter_acres
    Explorer
    Apr 10, 2013
    no problems here....

    and to SAR Tracker... please explain... as I am unaware of a normal GPS unit that has a separate antenna..
  • fatmanobx's avatar
    fatmanobx
    Explorer
    Apr 10, 2013
    I've had two C's and now have a TC and I have never had any trouble with my GPS mounted on my windshield..Is your GPS old??
  • SAR_Tracker's avatar
    SAR_Tracker
    Explorer
    Apr 10, 2013
    Put the antenna on top of the roof. Glue a steel plate on the roof if the antenna is magnetic.

    GPS signals will get degraded under a TREE, not to mention under aluminum/steel structure.

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