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  • bwells
    Senior Member
    • Jan 2009
    • 842

    #1

    GPS Placement

    In a brushless boat, does the location of the GPS affect the readings when placed next to the motor and ESC?
  • bwells
    Senior Member
    • Jan 2009
    • 842

    #2
    Any thoughts? Thanks

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    • Fluid
      Fast and Furious
      • Apr 2007
      • 8012

      #3
      Not in my experience, just make sure nothing besides tha hatch is above it to block the signal. It is a good idea to place the GPS on the CG so that the boat's trim is not effected.



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      • bwells
        Senior Member
        • Jan 2009
        • 842

        #4
        Okay. I do put it in a ziplock bag but I'm getting a reading that I do not buy. Trying to come up with a reason. Thanks

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        • forescott
          Hopelessly Addicted to RC
          • Nov 2009
          • 2686

          #5
          Is it consistently off or just a one time bad reading? They do occasionally give false readings.

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          • Bug777
            Member
            • Jun 2010
            • 98

            #6
            Don't put any metal over the antenna as this give a false reading. The clearer the view of the sky the better. Take the gps for a run in your car & compare speeds & distance. This will tell your if it is out or not.

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            • bwells
              Senior Member
              • Jan 2009
              • 842

              #7
              Yeah, I did that in 2 different vehicles and it appears to be right on as well as matching those roadside radar speed things. It was only a one time thing. Just trying to cover all the bases. Thanks

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