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Dave D.
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Topic: Introduction Posted: 28 Jan 2019 at 4:41pm |
Good stuff, thanks - what you recommend is what I've been leaning towards based on all that I have researched so far. That said, I understand how quickly things can change when it comes to mobile Internet.
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mcarter
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Posted: 28 Jan 2019 at 4:32pm |
Richand Cindy,
No argument there, it is expensive. Just an idea.
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Mike Carter
2015 178
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tcj
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Posted: 28 Jan 2019 at 4:28pm |
I tow my 180 R-pod with a 2014 Tacoma. One of the big benefits of the R-pod...for me anyhow...is there is great rear visibility with the standard mirrors on the Tacoma. I would want to check that out before purchasing a 195.
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2018 R-pod 180 Hood River Edition
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Richand Cindy
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Posted: 28 Jan 2019 at 4:20pm |
Car wifi is very expensive. After the free trial we never used ours. Also many cars have not upgraded to 4G and are still 3G. For cell service I would go with Verizon. T mobile, Sprint are the worst for service. At&T is about in the middle. But I have been at campsites when only people with Verizon got a signal. A better deal is to go with Total Wirelss as they use the Verizon network but at prices that match Cricket, MetroPCS etc If you can get a package that allows use to your smartphone as a hotspotthat that is best. Otherwise you need to buy a separate unit that creates a hotspot. Most of the cheap companies that have unlimited data do not include hotspot use and charge $10 month extra. So thats it for cell coverage. If that is not optimal then I would buy a WiFi booster. For WiFi do not even wait get the best booster, you need it now as WiFi at campsites is mostly terrible and only works close to the office. We find we use cell 80% of the time and WiFi 20%
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Dave D.
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Posted: 28 Jan 2019 at 4:12pm |
Thanks Mike. I considered a new vehicle but I love my 2015 Tacoma. One advantage is extremely low mileage. I haven't even broke 3k yet. I figured I could get WiFi installed - but if the trailer is with me I'd rather have it in there.
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mcarter
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Posted: 28 Jan 2019 at 3:30pm |
Realizing this is not your plan, many newer vehicles have built in WIFI, I have one that does (2016) and one that doesn't (2014). Just a consideration.
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Mike Carter
2015 178
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Dave D.
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Posted: 28 Jan 2019 at 12:04pm |
Thanks much offgrid, I'll be in contact as I get closer to actually purchasing the components. The phone apps sound great. I used to off-road years ago but this time around don't think I'll be getting too far into the boonies and will plan around cell coverage. I pretty much maintain my Internet site 24/7 (both as a job and as a hobby I love doing) and don't want to give that up beyond a day or two here and there.
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offgrid
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Posted: 28 Jan 2019 at 11:19am |
For cell boosters you might want to check this out.
https://youtu.be/3u47bXmgoIQ
I purchased this hardware and it works quite well as long as there is actually a signal to boost.
So If you’re in a flat area or in top of a mountain it works well, but if you’re down in a deep valley not so much. There have been some changes in the Wilson hardware since the video, if you’re interested PMe and I’ll let you know what I ended with.
There are also several phone apps which give detailed maps of coverage for the various mobile carriers.
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offgrid
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Posted: 28 Jan 2019 at 11:10am |
For cell boosters you might want to check this out.
https://youtu.be/3u47bXmgoIQ
I purchased this hardware and it works quite well as long as there is actually a signal to boost.
So If you’re in a flat area or in top of a mountain it works well, but if you’re down in a deep valley or hollow not so much. There have been some changes in the Wilson hardware since the video, if you’re interested PM me and I’ll let you know what I ended with.
There are also several phone apps which give detailed maps of coverage for the various mobile carriers so you can determine in advance what will work in an area you want to camp in. I use one called “coverage?” On my iPhone. Also needless to say you’ll probably want an unlimited data plan....
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1994 Chinook Concourse
1995 RV6A Experimental Aircraft
2015 Rpod 179 - sold
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Dave D.
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Posted: 28 Jan 2019 at 9:51am |
Thanks, I like the 195 for the reasons you mentioned. Anything close will do for me.
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