Garmin 178c gpsmap / sounder

[sightsrv]

I hope its ok to post this link. If not please advise me.
Garmin: GPSMAP 178C
Found one of these used once (true) for $200.00.
No transducer but have no idea if its needed.
Please let me know if its a good deal. Basic
inland rivers & lakes is all i do. Manly lake gaston-
kerr lake-falls lake-jordan lake-cape fear river few
other smaller rivers in north carolina. I see retail price & know its
not being sold anymore. Transducer have no clue
ifneeded. Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[JB]

Re: Garmin 178c gpsmap / sounder

Without a (discontinued) transducer it is just a basic GPS. No SONAR.

I wouldn't pay $200 for it.

 

[dingbat]

Re: Garmin 178c gpsmap / sounder

Only the head unit has been discontinued. A new transducer will run you ~$100.

The unit comes preloaded with maps of the coast so you will need to purchase additional maps if you want to use the unit on the waters in question. Figure another $200 for maps so you now have $500 in to a $600 discontinued unit.

With maps, $200 for the unit wouldn't be a deal. W/o maps, forget it.

 

[UncleWillie]

Re: Garmin 178c gpsmap / sounder

A new Transom Mount Transducer for the 178c is $65 from garmin.

The 178c Head Units Only are selling for $400 Used on eBay.

The internal Base Maps are usually fine for basic "find your way home" navigation.
The Add on Maps add finer detail.
The Garmin Inland Lakes Maps are $99.

For $365 or less you could be in business.

It originally sold for $500+ without the additional Maps.

 

[sightsrv]

Re: Garmin 178c gpsmap / sounder

Lowrance Elite 5m 5 Plotter w/ Navionics Gold Micro SD US -

Hope links are ok.
What ya think about this one new for $381.00?

Guess that brings another problem. Live in NC
so not sure what type of card to get. See a few
with 21 states they all say lakes but what about
rivers? Out of luck on that?

 

[eddiec]

Re: Garmin 178c gpsmap / sounder

good luck with your garmin. I have a 178c also and have been pleased with it but it has developed a big gold spot in the middle of the screen. If you decide to get rid of yours please let me know.

 

[sightsrv]

Re: Garmin 178c gpsmap / sounder

good luck with your garmin. I have a 178c also and have been pleased with it but it has developed a big gold spot in the middle of the screen. If you decide to get rid of yours please let me know.

Edd...
There was a problem with that one so didnt buy.
Am winding up with a couple extra finders/
combos/gps only. Al work great but are older.
Any intrest let me know will get a list for ya.
I kinda went on a buying binge on eaby:facepalm:

 

[eddiec]

Re: Garmin 178c gpsmap / sounder

thanks for replying. yes I am interested and would like to see what units u have to sell.

 

[maxfli11]

Re: Garmin 178c gpsmap / sounder

Hi all; I have a gpsmap 178 (not color) and has worked great for years. I just upgraded to humminbirds on my boat and don't need this one now. I do have a problem though. I erased my data card with all my waypoints in it and tried to reload one of the maps for TN./ KY region 10 I think, but the unit keeps giving an error "cannot unlock maps". I can put way points on it and transfer them, but it won't unlock a map. Anyone had this issue, and know,of a work around I would appriciate it. I hate to sell a unit that might have something wrong with it. Besides that it works great. I have the cables, map source CD (copy) and maps of region 10 and texas with usb data card reader, cover, mounting bracket and transducer. If anyone would like it as is, and knows how to get around this error, I'll let it go for $200.00 Oh, it has some sillicone around the edges where it was mounted in my bow. Nothing a little elbow grease won't get off though. I can send pics to anyone interested. Email @ maxfli11@bellsouth.net