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Best option gen 1 sirius sportster vs gen 1 stiletto vs buy new unit?

Discussion in 'Trucking Electronics, Gadgets and Software Forum' started by steadfasttrucker, Feb 6, 2015.

  1. Feb 6, 2015 #1
    steadfasttrucker

    steadfasttrucker Light Load Member

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    Was wondering if anyone has or still is using the units above (in title) in their truck. I have to buy any component beyond the sportster such as a dock / antenna etc. so finding a used one will set me back 25-50 bucks. Worth buying a unit that was made more recent???? Anything i might be missing in consideration?? Your opinion is appreciated.
     
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  3. Feb 7, 2015 #2
    Brucesmith

    Brucesmith Heavy Load Member

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    If your vehicle does not have a front mounted plug for the Sirius the older unit is what you want. The newer ones have a weak FM transmitter ( FCC regulations). I am still using my old Sirius.
     
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  4. Feb 8, 2015 #3
    steadfasttrucker

    steadfasttrucker Light Load Member

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    My old vehicle left with the dock, and both antennae (internal and external), what are your thoughts there?
     
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  5. Feb 9, 2015 #4
    HardlyWorkingNeverHome

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    Depends what you want to spend. I'd go the new route with a sportster. I would by the adapter that fm transmits directly to the radio and the car radio antenna gets plugged into it then both into back of the radio. I would buy a pana pacific truck antenna. That combination runs about $200 or slightly less. Easy to install and remove from a company truck.
     
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