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Old 06-01-2012, 04:17 PM
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Any good apps to try for lap times and GPS tracking? I have a lap timer on there but I have to duct tape the phone to the steering wheel and tap it at evey lap, not the safest thing.....
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Harry's Laptimer, case closed.

http://itunes.apple.com/ca/app/harry...307688598?mt=8
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For iPhone, there's Harry's GPS Laptimer: http://www.gps-laptimer.de/Home.html

edit: Stephane beat me to it!
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FYI - I'd suggest getting the external GPS module as well. I tried Harry's Lap Timer using the built-in GPS, and while it worked well, the resolution was really poor on a tighter track. Now that I've added the Dual XGPS150 the resoultion has gone up 5-10 fold, which made a huge difference.

I'd also suggest the RAM mount, it's more than adequately strong for pretty much any race car use.
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I have the TomTom car kit with external GPS and it does work much better.
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Originally Posted by Scootin159
FYI - I'd suggest getting the external GPS module as well. I tried Harry's Lap Timer using the built-in GPS, and while it worked well, the resolution was really poor on a tighter track. Now that I've added the Dual XGPS150 the resoultion has gone up 5-10 fold, which made a huge difference.

I'd also suggest the RAM mount, it's more than adequately strong for pretty much any race car use.
I also use an external plug in GPS, but in my case the Emprum UliMate GPS. Works far better than the internal GPS. I also use a RAM mount. It's a little massive, but works well. I am very happy with Harry's.



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