User Tag List

Reply
 
Thread Tools Rate Thread Display Modes
Old 07-27-2006, 05:04 AM #1
Koz's Avatar
Koz Koz is offline
Elite Member
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: New Jersey
Posts: 5,161
Koz is on a distinguished road
Koz Koz is offline
Elite Member
Koz's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: New Jersey
Posts: 5,161
Koz is on a distinguished road
Saved By the Nav.

I had to take a short trip from NJ to Long Island last night. What pleasure it was to just to just drive without worrying about missing an exit. I used to hate going anywhere over there because you have to keep up with the traffic and god help you if you missed a turn/exit. It was like a walk in the park!

Koz
Koz is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 07-27-2006, 11:00 AM #2
sharp4runr's Avatar
sharp4runr sharp4runr is offline
Elite Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Hoodbridge, Virginia
Age: 43
Posts: 5,078
sharp4runr is on a distinguished road
sharp4runr sharp4runr is offline
Elite Member
sharp4runr's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Hoodbridge, Virginia
Age: 43
Posts: 5,078
sharp4runr is on a distinguished road
Yeah my Garmin portable Navi unit has saved me a few headaches already. I've also let my mom and dad used it on a trip and they were able to get there with no problems and they are not tech savy
sharp4runr is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 07-27-2006, 12:41 PM #3
Mark86's Avatar
Mark86 Mark86 is offline
Super Moderator
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: New Jersey
Age: 37
Posts: 4,814
Mark86 is on a distinguished road
Mark86 Mark86 is offline
Super Moderator
Mark86's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: New Jersey
Age: 37
Posts: 4,814
Mark86 is on a distinguished road
My nav unit has saved me and given me shortcuts that I never knew of. Having nav gives you a great feeling of security!
__________________
Mark
2005 4Runner Limited 4X4 V8 since 6/15/05 Titanium Silver with Grey Leather
Nav, XREAS, Adjustable Ride Height, Sunroof, Side Curtain Airbags, Rear Spoiler, Double Deck Cargo, Chrome Exhuast Tip, Bug Shield, All Weather Mats, Driver Side Assist Handle, Audiovox Remote Starter, 2006 Skid Plate, LED lighting- interior and running boards, USA-Spec PA-15
Click For Pictures of My Current 2005 Limited, Detailed LED Conversion Instructions, Click For Pictures of My Retired 2003 Sport
Mark86 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 07-27-2006, 10:14 PM #4
ksneubec's Avatar
ksneubec ksneubec is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Ellington, CT
Age: 46
Posts: 793
Real Name: Karl
ksneubec is on a distinguished road
ksneubec ksneubec is offline
Member
ksneubec's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Ellington, CT
Age: 46
Posts: 793
Real Name: Karl
ksneubec is on a distinguished road
I even use the thing to get to Fire/EMS calls- sometimes it takes too long to find the satellites, but when it finds them right away, it is pretty nice to be able to focus on responding to the call, driving, the radio, etc. instead of looking at a map!
__________________
2013 4Runner TE Salsa Red Pearl
My Baby- 2011 Jerez Black Metallic M3
Sold and Missed Dearly:2004 Toyota 4 Runner

ksneubec is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 07-28-2006, 07:22 AM #5
Koz's Avatar
Koz Koz is offline
Elite Member
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: New Jersey
Posts: 5,161
Koz is on a distinguished road
Koz Koz is offline
Elite Member
Koz's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: New Jersey
Posts: 5,161
Koz is on a distinguished road
Quote:
Originally posted by sharp4runr
Yeah my Garmin portable Navi unit has saved me a few headaches already. I've also let my mom and dad used it on a trip and they were able to get there with no problems and they are not tech savy
I have a Garmin on my bike. I use it all the time to find gas stations. I only have a 175 to 200 mile range with a 30 mile reserve and have found myself on so many unknown roads. It's also great for top speed recording. I won't post my top speed for the bike, I think some people would get upset. Once I was up near Danbury Connecticut and hit my reserve in a hail storm. I found this little gas station about 3 miles off a main road in the middle of NOWHERE!

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/showth...ight=top+speed

Koz
Koz is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 07-28-2006, 08:15 AM #6
sharp4runr's Avatar
sharp4runr sharp4runr is offline
Elite Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Hoodbridge, Virginia
Age: 43
Posts: 5,078
sharp4runr is on a distinguished road
sharp4runr sharp4runr is offline
Elite Member
sharp4runr's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Hoodbridge, Virginia
Age: 43
Posts: 5,078
sharp4runr is on a distinguished road
You're complaining about that kind of range on your bike? Mine is lucky to hit 110 before I need to switch to reserve.

I carry my GPS around with me when I go riding too, just in case my exploration skills outdo my navigation skills which happens a lot.
sharp4runr is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 07-28-2006, 08:32 AM #7
Koz's Avatar
Koz Koz is offline
Elite Member
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: New Jersey
Posts: 5,161
Koz is on a distinguished road
Koz Koz is offline
Elite Member
Koz's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: New Jersey
Posts: 5,161
Koz is on a distinguished road
Quote:
Originally posted by sharp4runr
You're complaining about that kind of range on your bike? Mine is lucky to hit 110 before I need to switch to reserve.
I can get anywhere from 110 to 250 miles depending on my right hand! On the highway going 55 mph I got 46 mpg. Being a MADMAN I get less then 20. I have a 5.5 gal tank. I average about 25/30 mpg.

Koz
Koz is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Reply

Thread Tools
Display Modes Rate This Thread
Rate This Thread:

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Fully Enabled Nav Functionality! DennisW 5th gen T4Rs 61 06-25-2014 01:22 PM
questions regarding replacing my OEM NAV with either Scion Nav or aftermarket??? MercuryEvo Engines / Suspension / Wheels / Tires / Audio / Accessories 4 07-15-2009 10:41 PM
2007 Solara Nav - Info Requested a1b2c3cp Engines / Suspension / Wheels / Tires / Audio / Accessories 5 08-19-2006 02:32 AM
2006 Factory Nav Confirmation AndreaSue Engines / Suspension / Wheels / Tires / Audio / Accessories 9 01-07-2006 11:18 PM
FS:2005 4Runner NAV gsr2is300 Classifieds - buy & sell (no commercial ads please) 11 10-13-2005 10:25 PM

Powered by vBadvanced CMPS v3.2.2

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 09:10 AM.

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Search Engine Optimisation provided by DragonByte SEO (Pro) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2024 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
Feedback Buttons provided by Advanced Post Thanks / Like (Lite) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2024 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
User Alert System provided by Advanced User Tagging (Lite) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2024 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
***This site is an unofficial Toyota site, and is not officially endorsed, supported, authorized by or affiliated with Toyota. All company, product, or service names references in this web site are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. The Toyota name, marks, designs and logos, as well as Toyota model names, are registered trademarks of Toyota Motor Corporation***Ad Management plugin by RedTyger
 
Copyright © 2020