Garmin GA26 Remote Vehicle Antenna for StreetPilot II+ and III+

by Garmin

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 3 x 1 inches ; 6.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004VX3C
• Item model number: GA-26
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 8, 2000

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Garmin GA-26 Remote Vehicle Antenna is versatile and convenient, thanks to its low-profile design and easy installation. The kit comes with two mounting options: a magnetic mount to hold the antenna in place on the outside of your vehicle or boat and a suction mount for use on the inside of your windshield or window. The antenna is waterproof and completely sealed. It also includes an 8-foot cable and a BNC connector.

Product Description

This new and improved remote antenna runs on a lower voltage so battery drain is minimized. Comes with two mounting options. Magnetic mount for the outside of your vehicle or boat. Suction mount holds antenna in place against the inside of your windshield or window. With 8 feet of cable and BNC connector. Size: 2.75"L x 2"W x .75"H.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

33 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A necessity for an automobile gps, June 14, 2002

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Cece "spo3jr80" (New Jersey) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Garmin GA26 Remote Vehicle Antenna for StreetPilot II+ and III+ (Electronics)

What a great plus for anyone who uses their GPS for their car. I bought this antenna for my StreetPilot III. As I opened the box, I was surprised how small and compact it really is (about the size of a cell phone). I chose to use the suction cup method which took literally 30 seconds to assemble. It simply entailed taking off the antenna on the StreetPilot III and replacing it with the antenna and then screwing the antenna to the suction cup mount. Then I took the suction cup and mounted it first on my windshield. When it usually takes up to a minute to sufficiently aquire satellites, the antenna allowed me to aquire over six satellites within 15 seconds. I also suctioned it on to the side window with the same success. By the way, if you choose to mount it on the outside of the vehicle, it simply involves screwing the antenna to a magnet which magnetically sticks to the car. There is no screwing into the car itself! Also, it has enough cable to run wherever needed. This is a great product!

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have., November 24, 2002

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Rheumor (New Orelans) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Garmin GA26 Remote Vehicle Antenna for StreetPilot II+ and III+ (Electronics)

I had my Garmin III GPS (talking street pilot) mounted on the dash of my Expedition and with its attached antenna I rarely could get (and then frequently would drop) enough satellites to give a good fix. After installing the external unit (10 minutes, no drilling!), I always had a good signal and never dropped it. Without this, the GPS is less than reliable inside your vehicle.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must Have Item!, April 19, 2003

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Thomas W P Slatin "TomSlatin.com" (Schoharie, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Garmin GA26 Remote Vehicle Antenna for StreetPilot II+ and III+ (Electronics)

The external antenna is essential for vehicle use. It allows the GPS to acquire more satellites faster and boosts the accuracy and reception in a huge way. It comes with a magnetic mounting, a suction cup mounting, and a screw-on mounting. It's a must have for any serious GPS user.