Cobra Electronics 7700 PRO GPS

I am going to jump on the band wagon here. Just bought one at Petro for $399. I am pissed that I didn't get points for the purchase.

I would have gone to the T/A for the same price + the points.

 

I just talked t a customer service rep. She was not very nice and courteous. I was trying to find where to pug in my unit to turn it on and check for upgrades. Basically acted like I was stupid.

I did get my upgrade ordered. Is there anyway to do it online? Waiting a week for the software when I am on the road in 2 days.

 

Hey Rug Trucker...after spending the day in LA I am definately getting a GPS. Let me know how you like your Cobra.

 

It may be a while before you here from me. No laptop for a while. I will check in here when I can.

 

Specifically, why was it better? Better truck routing, better graphics, poi's, least issues? Not trying to be sarcastic, just looking for the best way to go before handing over $400. It has been since '07 since I looked at all the GPS stuff & obviously, much has changed.

Added 4/08/10: Nevermind, found your answer elsewhere on the forum.

 

Starting point was the Flying J I-5 and Ca-12, Lodi Ca. Destination was 12986 Northeast Whitaker Way Portland, OR 97230-1111.

Truck settings were 65' and 80,000 lbs.

Original routing from Flying J was west on CA 12 to I-80 and then north to I-505. I set detour to avoid CA 12, it then rerouted me south to I-205. Went back to original route and ignored it. Drove north thru Sacramento on I-5. Was routed to service roads and warnings of 38' lengths. Switched vehicle to staaight truck at 35'. Proper routing then obtained on I-5. Switched back to 65' and had 38' warnings at each exit all the way to the Oregon border.

Software version 1.5.1.12
Map ver. *E1222X

 

On the Nuvi you see a little truck. You touch it and it tells you can select police, hospitals or truck stops. How does it work on the Cobra? Gonna tes it in the Caravan. I don't leave 'til tomorrow am.