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37RAGTOPMAN

01-07-2010 @ 1:02 PM

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for whats it worth,
CABELA'S sells a minature 12,volt, 8 AMP battery with the charger for $29.95,this is a I believe a gell cell, its says maintenace free,
this might be easier way and simple way to go and I am sure it would have many more uses.
I am not to fond of operating 12 volt neg ground items on a 6 volt pos ground system , and this beats the other conversion system PRICE.and a better warranty,
cabelas.com web site,,,,
NUMBER CA-01-8049 002 this is for one batttery and charger, this is on page 75 of the newest catalog,in fishing boat section,
.you can put this battery out of the way, and just wire up direct, to the 12 volt item you want to use,
just my 2 cents worth 37 RAGTOPMAN

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01-06-2010 @ 4:52 PM

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If all you want to do is run the GPS, I would buy one of the small USB battery packs that run on 4 AAA batteries. It will double or triple the run time of your GPS and if that isn't long enough swap out the batteries part way through the day. If you use rechargeables you can charge them up at night for the next day. Cheap and no modifications needed to your cars.

Jim...

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01-06-2010 @ 2:17 PM

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Man, don't I know it Ken. I am lucky to drive any of my cars period. I have one in the garage that has had less than 300 miles put on it over the last three years.

Time is one thing that is high demand the last few years.

Cheers, Scott.

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Kens 36

01-06-2010 @ 12:33 PM

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Scott:

You need to get out more:).

Ken

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01-06-2010 @ 10:42 AM

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Are you talking about a permanent install or just using the unit in your car? My Garmin will run on it's battery for about four hours. I know this is not convenient for a long trip but I can't imagine I will ever drive the 49 even that far.

Cheers, Scott.

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01-05-2010 @ 3:47 PM

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Lawson,

Google "GPS 6 volt, model A". You'll see a long forum discussion on this issue.

MarkD

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01-05-2010 @ 2:10 PM

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Lawson, If you decide to go with an inverter, check this link. Quality inverters and will build as you need it.
http://www.6to12volt.com/

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01-05-2010 @ 9:45 AM

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Lawson

Suggest you contact Ken Bounds. He lives in IL His e-mail is ken@boundshome.com. He has installed a GPS in his Ford Crestliner. He can provide you with all the info including the electrical convertor info.

Good Luck!!

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01-04-2010 @ 8:12 AM

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Google the model number "PGPI-HC" as prices for this inverter vary from $59 to $99.

Tom

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01-03-2010 @ 11:34 AM

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I used a "Power Inverter for Positive Ground Systems, #PGPI-HC", from Custom Autosound. See http://www.casmfg.com/Accessories.htm . It powered the GPS in our '40 coupe on our trip to Tacoma just fine.

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