I came across this device while reading up on my new Nuvi. Just a little bit more expensive than the Ultragauge but nicer colors and screen. And no additional cords running to the unit.

Auction prices are $99 free shipping but will look around a bit more. What do you think?



http://www.thegpsstore.com/Garmin-ec...FQvGKgod_z0d9Q <------ $95 with free shipping

 

If they made one that would pair with my iPhone-I'd be in. I have a GPS, but only lend it out-never use it myself. Don't need it-iPhone apps. Way cool.

 

The $99 only gets you the unit you plug in under the dash, you have to have the Garmin Nuvi 1490 unit or better.
That is the unit I have so this could be another toy I 'need'.
https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?pID=38354&ra=true

or
smartphone: Simply download the Garmin Mechanic app from the Android Market™ and follow the on-screen prompts

The Ultra gauge is a bit small and that wire is a pain in the ar$e.

 

I already have a Garmin Nuvi 2460 wide screen. As you said just another toy. I went ahead and ordered it from the GPS Store.

Anyone want to buy a gently used Ultragauge?

James

 

 

I'm going to have one of these, that site wants $48 to ship to Canada. I'm sure they want to make more money on the shipping than the item itself. I've asked them to reconsider their shipping costs.
That is a good price, they cost $117 + shipping and up on eBay.

I was looking at their safety instructions on this, evidently you have to make sure your dongle isn't dangling, or it could get painful.

 

LOL. I am considering buying this, but I don't leave the GPS mounted all the time and I wonder how much of a pain it will be swapping it out all the time. I leave the Ultraguage mounted all the time so it's no big deal.

I do like the way the gauges are displayed though. Dilemma, dilemma...

 

My EcoRoute HD Device came today. Installs in less than 5 minutes. First time I powered up my GPS it received the bluetooth signal and connected once I answered a few questions.

A few times around the block and it is cool toy. I like the idea of the voltage, engine temperature, and IAT readings.

 

Do you have the ability to set alarms and parameters (high/low warning level) for gauges?

Looks cool though. Still on the fence.

 

no alarms ,,,, Just 10 (or so) gauges to choose from .... you can display 5 at a time and you get to choose which goes where.

I have one, but rarely use it .... it is no dashdaq and has less info than the ultragauge (I have all 3) it does not have any fuel trim info .... but is a convenient boost gauge or battery monitor and it does give you IAT which is fun to compare to ect and ambient temp (for tracking heat exchanger effectiveness)

the gauges look cool, but the digital info is all you use

Chris

 

Update needed James, what is your opinion of it after some use?

 

Dave, No troubles at all with the EcoRoute. I like the idea of the eng temp, voltage, and IAT at my fingertips to monitor them. It is short one feature and it would have been a perfect buy - I miss the MPG the Ultragauge has on the screen.

No remorse. James