Well I got the Tailgater up and running...

I was told by DISH that you needed that particular receiver, and was under the assumption that it would be part of the tailgater package. Looks like I might be wrong on both counts...

 

Ya, that's why I am seeking clarification from that driver's post. It is my understanding that you either have to buy or lease (the old 2-year commitment thing) a Vip211K exact receiver or it won't work.

He said that he "used one from home" so I am very curious.

It doesn't come as part of a "package" unless you buy a package. You can buy the Tailgater separately.

 

Has any one tried sending him a message? I am waiting for the answer too!

 

I got the same setup, Prostar, Tailgater, and the 211z.

What did you use for the plate to mount it on if I may ask?

I was thinking of this exact thing, or right on top of the driver or pass side there is a flat space the TG will fit. But this looks easier.

Had any trouble with it trying to "walk away" while parked?


Thanks

 

contemplating ordering this and my parents will let me attach it to their existing plan so that's nice but does it need to be up high? or anything with a straight to the south work? Is it wobbly when standing alone? Looks like a good wind gust could take it out.

 

It needs an unobstructed view of the southern sky. So anything straight to there. But more often than not, it means getting it high because of stuff blocking that line of sight.

 

Thanks DB, I do flatbed and could climb on the headache rack pretty easily and put in on the roof of the truck I think without too much problem, other then it falling off lol