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Ravens16
06-24-2006, 05:43 PM
I think I need a new chartplotter/gps. I know this might be a stupid question but if I buy another Garmin will I have to rewire or will it hook-up to my existing connection? I think I blew mine today, could not get satellite connection all afternoon, note at bottom of screen said antenna has short? If that wasn't it, it was something like that. I am not the best at wiring that is the reason I ask. Thought about updating anyway
Have a 182C, curious if anyone has replaced theirs recently and might be able to help. I know they don't don't make these anymore, found one on ebay but it still has a day left. I am sure the price will be ridiculous by tomorrow.
Thanks
Dave

su2root
06-24-2006, 07:07 PM
I am also looking to replace my GPS... I am going to contact Garmin and ask them if any of there new models fit my connectors.

C Sollers
06-24-2006, 07:43 PM
Just call 'em up . They're usually very helpful.

Sandtiger
06-25-2006, 12:03 AM
su2root originally wrote:
I am also looking to replace my GPS... I am going to contact Garmin and ask them if any of there new models fit my connectors.

That's what I just did on a fishfinder I have and Garmin gave the different models that the transducer (and plug) will fit. This will save a lot of time. They also told me that if I sent in the broken fishfinder they'd repair/replace it for $60. So, that's an option.

Ravens16
06-25-2006, 10:28 AM
Thanks alot
I love this website!!!
Dave

Sandtiger
06-25-2006, 03:26 PM
Ravens16 originally wrote:
Thanks alot
I love this website!!!
Dave


Let us all know how you made out and if you had to buy a whole new unit.