+JBnW Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 OK, so before I pull the trigger on updating my vehicle mounting system for a Garmin 62s, is this the cradle of choice, or are there better suggestions? And, the pics show that this would allow connection to the mini-USB power supply whilst in the cradle, is this correct? TIA Quote Link to comment
+mpilchfamily Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 While i don't own any Ram-Mounts as of yet they do seem to be the best on the market. Keep in mind you'll also have to order the right mount for the cradle that best suits your vehicle. Quote Link to comment
+JBnW Posted August 29, 2011 Author Share Posted August 29, 2011 10-4 on that! I have a whole set-up for my 76CSx, with the "diamond plate" attachment, and I think/hope all I have to replace is the cradle. Thanks for the input! Quote Link to comment
+Walts Hunting Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 (edited) I only buy Ram Mounts for any device I have. Nothing better on the market. Although they are slow out of the gate with a Montana holder. Still don't have one and I need it for my bike. If you are doing a bunch of quickies in your car I would be careful about plugging it in every time. The usb port does wear out over time with repeated use. Just imagine the wear from connecting and unconnecting it 20 times. Rechargeable batteries are the best solution. Edited August 30, 2011 by Walts Hunting Quote Link to comment
+bcblues Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 The Ram cradle is an excellent product. I use it on my bikes (not on a car). Solid and stable, yet easy to release when you want to have the GPS in hand. I thought that the USB port was for data transfer only, and the GPS runs off batteries even when plugged in. Quote Link to comment
+michaelnel Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 the GPS runs off batteries even when plugged in. No, it doesn't. If you have it plugged in with a proper USB cable it will power itself via that cable and the batteries won't be used. Quote Link to comment
+Walts Hunting Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Your right I meant to say out doesn't charge the batteries. Some people think that Quote Link to comment
schweady Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 I use that cradle on my bike and canoe. I have heard it said that it may release too easily which has caused me jump a bit those times that I have bumped it with a paddle or fishing rod. No problems, here, however. I'd say that RAM products are the only way to go. Quote Link to comment
+coggins Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 (edited) GizzMoVest makes an 78 series case that works with the RAM hardware, wonder if they are planning a 62 series RAM case... Edited August 30, 2011 by coggins Quote Link to comment
Grasscatcher Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 GizzMoVest makes an 78 series case that works with the RAM hardware, wonder if they are planning a 62 series RAM case... Yes, according to the website at the link you sent....lower right side... Quote Link to comment
+JBnW Posted August 30, 2011 Author Share Posted August 30, 2011 GizzMoVest makes an 78 series case that works with the RAM hardware, wonder if they are planning a 62 series RAM case... Yes, according to the website at the link you sent....lower right side... Actually, I found this one their home page. Maybe the front page ads rotate? Quote Link to comment
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