IPad 2 32 Gig Wifi Issues (Non 3G)

I received an iPad 2 as a gift last spring and a few months ago my Wifi suddenly just stopped picking up the Wifi. It ony picks up maybe one network if you are really close to the router and not even at 3 bars. Literally like face to face and if you take 2 steps back you loose it.
I've had 5.1.1 and updated it to ios 6 thru itunes. I tried everything from restoring it, reseting the router, and even to bringing it to Apple. They said they couldn't do anything about it except replace it for $250.
This is really upsetting and I do not know what to do. I don't have the money nor apple care to replace it either

Hi Nick,
I had a look about the net, but could only find a very rudimentary manual for the Router you indicated. I'm not even sure that Router does transmit a 5 Ghz wifi network. Couldn't seem to see much else to help you in the settings for the wifi that I could see in any screen shots. Perhaps you need to call their tech support and confirm that feature is available with that device. Also, I'm unsure that renaming that 5 Ghz network is the definitive answer. That said, have you tested your wireless at another location to confirm that your router is the issue?
Good luck,
Craig

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    Thats all.

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    iOS: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points  http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4199
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    iPad Wi-Fi Problems: Comprehensive List of Fixes
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    Fix iPad Wifi Connection and Signal Issues  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwWtIG5jUxE
    Fix Slow WiFi Issue https://discussions.apple.com/thread/2398063?start=60&tstart=0
    How To Fix iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch Wi-Fi Connectivity Issue http://tinyurl.com/7nvxbmz
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     Cheers, Tom

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