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how do you look after your GPS unit?

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  • 13-01-2008 4:04pm
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    Owenw
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    Hey guys,

    Recently acquired a Garmin Nuvi 250w and I'm wondering how to look after it when not in use. Also, do you carry it around with you when you leave the car in a public place, or hide it somewhere in the car?

    I was thinking of getting a camera bag big enough to hold the unit and accessories, but maybe there are better options i haven't thought of. :confused:


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    buildabong
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    I never leave my TomTom in the car (guess its just a habit being South African and all {think I have lost about 5 car radio's, one Mobile phone, one tyre, a pair of diesel trousers and a handsfree kit} - but dont let that put you off ever visiting - it's a great place!!! :D)

    I converted a see thru plastic bag that a pair of underwear came in into a outdoor cover for my GPS - works great when I travel around on my bicycle as I strap it to the handlebars.


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    *Kol*
    Registered Users Posts: 2,549 ✭✭✭*Kol*


    I have a 360. It's fits nicely in my pocket. It came with a protective case. I never leave it in the car. I just take the mount down and leave it in the door pocket when I'm not in the car. I have mine mounted under the dash on the adhesive disk that came in the box. I have heard that thieves look for the mark on the windscreen where the mount has been before they break into your car!!:eek:


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    sandyg
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    We bought one of those small bags (for keeping food etc cool) like this one only a bit smaller:

    http://www.polargear.co.uk/picnic_summer_stripe_6_can_cooler.htm

    Its handy to fit the GPS in and all the accessories that come with it. Great for disguise in motorhome!!!!:D


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    Owenw
    Closed Accounts Posts: 578 ✭✭✭Owenw


    Thanks for the replies. I especially like the cooler bag and the underwear packaging ideas! :)

    Yes I also heard about the ring-mark on the windscreen being a tell-tale sign for thieves. :(

    SA sounds like my kinda holiday destination! ;)


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    LuckyStar
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    I keep mine in my handbag, I must keep an eye for the mark on my windscreen.


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