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03-13-2018, 03:12 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Mar 2018
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Factory GPS Unit
My wife and I have been looking at new Leprechaun Class C motorhomes online and notice that some of them are equipped with factory GPS/radio units. I can't find any information on who makes the unit or the GPS software. Anyone know? 
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03-13-2018, 03:39 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: Sparks, NV
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Furrion radio units come in Leprechauns. You can purchase a SD card that has the GPS software, but you would need an antenna if not already mounted on the RV. Another option are refurbished or new Garmin widescreen GPS units from GPS World in Las Vegas
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03-13-2018, 06:30 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: Sparks, NV
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I should add that there is a menu choice to constantly show the backup camera , but it replaces the radio screens.
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03-14-2018, 12:40 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2018
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Quote:
Originally Posted by landsail
I should add that there is a menu choice to constantly show the backup camera , but it replaces the radio screens.
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Thanks for the reply. I would think Forest River could team up with a known manufacturer like Kenwood/Garmin rather than offering a no name unit. I went to Furrion's website and they want $200.00 for a SD card with maps.
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03-14-2018, 10:30 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Wisconsin
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Mine came with a Jensen that includes GPS. No card needed. Works well. It is also equipped with a rear camera using the same screen
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03-14-2018, 11:26 PM
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Member
Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: Sparks, NV
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Gps for Coachman RVs
Garmin Nuvi and Drive models are wide screen and link to your phone using Bluetooth. Easy to update and add TOPO maps besides road maps. Suction mount for windshields.
I do not expect Coachman to switch to a Garmin dashmount as the Furrion has music and backup and door cameras covered. GPScity.com , Best Buy, and the Garmin refurbished websites have many Garmin models.
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03-20-2018, 04:02 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Divide CO
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My Leprechaun came with the Jensen JRV9000 Radio/GPS/back up camera but I prefer my Garmin GPS that I already had when I bought the Leprechaun.
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03-20-2018, 04:24 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: Sparks, NV
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Leprechaun GPS option
Yes, a wide screen Garmin gps fits near the left door with a suction cup mount it comes with. Easy to update and Garmin issues updated POIs and road changes periodically. Traffic receiver available as an add-on. It handles Bluetooth phone calls well.
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03-20-2018, 04:26 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Divide CO
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Quote:
Originally Posted by landsail
Yes, a wide screen Garmin gps fits near the left door with a suction cup mount it comes with. Easy to update and Garmin issues updated POIs and road changes periodically. Traffic receiver available as an add-on. It handles Bluetooth phone calls well.
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The first time my gps connected to my radio thru my phone and warned me I was exceeding the speed limit almost made me jump outta my seat.
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03-20-2018, 04:28 PM
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Location: Divide CO
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jegstrup
The first time my gps connected to my radio thru my phone and warned me I was exceeding the speed limit almost made me jump outta my seat.
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Sorry the pic is so dark, but that shows where I mounted mine. It’s high enough to be out of my line of sight when I drive
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03-22-2018, 07:24 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Iowa
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jonwisconsin
Mine came with a Jensen that includes GPS. No card needed. Works well. It is also equipped with a rear camera using the same screen
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jonwisconsin....our 2018 Leprechaun also has a Jensen....found out it is an aftermarket unit when it died on the road. Stopped at Ford dealership and was told we would have to get it to aftermarket dealer or Jensen dealer!!! Also, has gps, but doesn't come work. We use our Garmin.
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03-26-2018, 08:50 PM
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Location: Wisconsin
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Ed, if your Lep is 2018, why not contacting the RV dealer? It should be under warranty. Yes, it is an aftermarket equipment as it is an option even for a Leprechaun, so Ford won’t service or replace it. You may also want to contact Jensen directly. They have been helpful to me in the past. The GPS in mine works very well, excepts that reminds me of going over the speed limit more than I care for specially while in the cities or towns.
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06-20-2018, 11:13 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jegstrup
The first time my gps connected to my radio thru my phone and warned me I was exceeding the speed limit almost made me jump outta my seat.
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Totally understand you there. Same thing for me. Now I just cuss it when it warms me about my speed
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06-20-2018, 11:35 AM
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Go thru your manual. There is a way to shut off the annoying speed cop. I did with mine but it's been a couple of years. Not it just changes the speed limit sign from white to red.
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