Best GPS(Chartplotter) under $1000
06-20-2008, 08:13 AM
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Best GPS(Chartplotter) under $1000
Anyone got any suggestions, my old one took a crap, doesnt aquire satellites any more, and I am a poor boy, need something reasonable that will last a while. I was looking at the Raymarine A60, I can get it for$620 without the bottom finder, or 750 with the bottomfinder, plus $20 for the flush mount kit, does anyone have any feedback on this unit??
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06-20-2008, 03:37 PM
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Lowrance LMS 520 C. 599.00 from Boaters World. I run one on my center console and love it
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Before you buy a GPS PM me with whatever model you want and I can probably help you out.
How is the Pantera running?
We finally ran the Apache and we are running 59.7 with a full load of fuel, Tammys junk,(bags,purses,swim ladder,anchor shade,etc.),the dog, and two coolers of beverages.
Jim
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Before you buy a GPS PM me with whatever model you want and I can probably help you out.
How is the Pantera running?
We finally ran the Apache and we are running 59.7 with a full load of fuel, Tammys junk,(bags,purses,swim ladder,anchor shade,etc.),the dog, and two coolers of beverages.
Jim
06-20-2008, 03:45 PM
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Lowrance LMS 520 C. 599.00 from Boaters World. I run one on my center console and love it
.
Before you buy a GPS PM me with whatever model you want and I can probably help you out.
How is the Pantera running?
We finally ran the Apache and we are running 59.7 with a full load of fuel, Tammys junk,(bags,purses,swim ladder,anchor shade,etc.),the dog, and two coolers of beverages.
Jim
.
Before you buy a GPS PM me with whatever model you want and I can probably help you out.
How is the Pantera running?
We finally ran the Apache and we are running 59.7 with a full load of fuel, Tammys junk,(bags,purses,swim ladder,anchor shade,etc.),the dog, and two coolers of beverages.
Jim
Pantera is running great, but still looking for a little speed, I have gotten a best of 55 with full tank, coolers, and 2 of us on board. What motor are you running??
Rick
06-20-2008, 04:14 PM
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We took the OMC 225 off because I found a "killer" deal on a 250 Yamaha.
Well that "killer" deal Yamaha needed injectors and a fuel pump and set us back money wise.
I found a local guy that really hooked me up with labor and I provided the parts. He is a "fast bass boat guy" that actually knew what an Apache is. When I first talked to him he asked if it was a Saccenti boat. Pretty cool.
We have tried a labbed Bblades 26 Bravo 1,a cheap aluminum 23, and I have a 25 mirage on it now. I would love to find a 24 trophy plus to try.
Tammy was watching the GPS last weekend and said it was climbing at 59.7 but a pontoon cut me off.
60 is my goal but I think it has more.
At this point after working on it 4 years I just want to enjoy the boat.
In the future I'll probably raise the motor a few inches. We recovered the original interior and the front seats are HEAVY. I could easily drop 300 pounds by removing the 2nd battery, subwoofer box,amp, and going with some lighter seats.
We spent a lot of time,blood and sweat on those seats so they will stay for now.
Anyway contact me first before you buy a GPS.
Jim
Well that "killer" deal Yamaha needed injectors and a fuel pump and set us back money wise.
I found a local guy that really hooked me up with labor and I provided the parts. He is a "fast bass boat guy" that actually knew what an Apache is. When I first talked to him he asked if it was a Saccenti boat. Pretty cool.
We have tried a labbed Bblades 26 Bravo 1,a cheap aluminum 23, and I have a 25 mirage on it now. I would love to find a 24 trophy plus to try.
Tammy was watching the GPS last weekend and said it was climbing at 59.7 but a pontoon cut me off.
60 is my goal but I think it has more.
At this point after working on it 4 years I just want to enjoy the boat.
In the future I'll probably raise the motor a few inches. We recovered the original interior and the front seats are HEAVY. I could easily drop 300 pounds by removing the 2nd battery, subwoofer box,amp, and going with some lighter seats.
We spent a lot of time,blood and sweat on those seats so they will stay for now.
Anyway contact me first before you buy a GPS.
Jim
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