GPS options - Page 4

titanmann · 01-04-2007, 05:56 PM

ProClip mount is what I use for mine ( i replied on this thread a few days back ):

SeanVree · 01-04-2007, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by titanmann

ProClip mount is what I use for mine ( i replied on this thread a few days back ):

Yeah, I saw that. But, still, which power source does it tap into?

phrainq · 01-04-2007, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by titanmann

ProClip mount is what I use for mine ( i replied on this thread a few days back ):

I see you downloaded the monster truck too...that's the first thing I did on mine

lifeinthesouth · 01-04-2007, 07:16 PM

I went a little bit different route in my Xterra... Lowrance Ifinder H2Oc with SD slot suits my needs since i need to take it on the boat too! No prob acquiring satellites in this position.

Lurchdubious · 01-04-2007, 08:04 PM

that's a pretty cool mount! 'specially like the finger in the rearview.

kartman · 01-04-2007, 08:10 PM

thats a trick toiler paper holder in back

lifeinthesouth · 01-04-2007, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by kartman

thats a trick toiler paper holder in back

yeah, custom fabbed from 1.5" DOM

... indesrtructible!
comes in handy when i'm out mobbin' and the baby craps his pants on a big jump

titanmann · 01-05-2007, 03:28 AM

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Originally Posted by SeanVree

Yeah, I saw that. But, still, which power source does it tap into?

Plugged into the 12v (left socket) using the car adapter supplied in the box. Sorry photo doesn't show it. The angle end of the adapter fits flush behind the ball mount seen in the first pic.

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Originally Posted by phrainq

I see you downloaded the monster truck too...that's the first thing I did on mine

gotta love that!

SeanVree · 01-05-2007, 05:27 AM

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Originally Posted by titanmann

Plugged into the 12v (left socket) using the car adapter supplied in the box. Sorry photo doesn't show it. The angle end of the adapter fits flush behind the ball mount seen in the first pic.

gotta love that!

Ohh, okay, so it just plugs into the cigarette lighter? I'm considering pulling off the faceplate of the dash and running a hardwire to a power source.

titanmann · 01-05-2007, 12:19 PM

no need to do that!

SeanVree · 01-05-2007, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by titanmann

no need to do that!

Why do you say that?! I'm mounting the unit ontop of the A pillar on the driver's side. SO I have to run a power wire down the A-pillar and to the power source behind the dash.

jackhammer50 · 01-07-2007, 04:09 PM

I have installed a Garmin Nuvi 660 in the spot where the factory unit would be. I hate having wires hanging all over my dash so I wired it in.
1. I bought a replacement 12v power supply that plugs into the power outlet ( I wanted to keep the original 12v power supply in case I should need to use the Garmin in another vehicle).
2. I cut a hole in the rubber pad to go around the mount then stuck Garmin's dash mount unit on the flat spot (see photo).
3. I removed the radio bezel to get access behind the radio area.
4. I cut the 12v power cord in half and removed about 2 feet of it.
5. I then drilled a 3/16" hole in the flat spot for the wire to run into.
6. I drilled another 3/16" hole at the bottom of the radio bezel for the wire to exit.
7. This power cord has a large plug at both ends so after inserting the wire into the drilled holes I spliced it back together inside the dash next to the radio. It has only two wires.
8. Replace the radio bezel.
9. Plug the power cord into either of the power outlets.
I have mine plugged into the passenger side outlet as it is controlled by the key. This way when I turn off my truck the unit shuts down as well. It also starts automatically when I start the truck.
The beauty of this install is that in the event I ever sell my truck all I need to do is to buy a replacement rubber pad for the flat spot. This will cover the small hole I drilled there. The hole at the bottom of the bezel is not visible from a normal seated position.

Lurchdubious · 01-07-2007, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by jackhammer50

I have installed a Garmin Nuvi 660 in the spot where the factory unit would be. I hate having wires hanging all over my dash so I wired it in.

i love the setup!! i use the garmin c340 & run off battery power most of the time cuz i hate having wires running all over too. i dunno if i'd have the guts to do that kind of wiring as i have zero experience.

i see you're from FWB! i love it there~lived there for a few months a while back. i fell in love with Firehouse subs while in florida. you ever eat there?

SeanVree · 01-07-2007, 06:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jackhammer50

I have installed a Garmin Nuvi 660 in the spot where the factory unit would be. I hate having wires hanging all over my dash so I wired it in.
1. I bought a replacement 12v power supply that plugs into the power outlet ( I wanted to keep the original 12v power supply in case I should need to use the Garmin in another vehicle).
2. I cut a hole in the rubber pad to go around the mount then stuck Garmin's dash mount unit on the flat spot (see photo).
3. I removed the radio bezel to get access behind the radio area.
4. I cut the 12v power cord in half and removed about 2 feet of it.
5. I then drilled a 3/16" hole in the flat spot for the wire to run into.
6. I drilled another 3/16" hole at the bottom of the radio bezel for the wire to exit.
7. This power cord has a large plug at both ends so after inserting the wire into the drilled holes I spliced it back together inside the dash next to the radio. It has only two wires.
8. Replace the radio bezel.
9. Plug the power cord into either of the power outlets.
I have mine plugged into the passenger side outlet as it is controlled by the key. This way when I turn off my truck the unit shuts down as well. It also starts automatically when I start the truck.
The beauty of this install is that in the event I ever sell my truck all I need to do is to buy a replacement rubber pad for the flat spot. This will cover the small hole I drilled there. The hole at the bottom of the bezel is not visible from a normal seated position.

Wow, nice setup. After doing a lot of research I think I'm going to mount it on the driver's a-pillar though. One question though, did you integrate the audio features into the head unit?

jackhammer50 · 01-07-2007, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Lurchdubious

i love the setup!! i use the garmin c340 & run off battery power most of the time cuz i hate having wires running all over too. i dunno if i'd have the guts to do that kind of wiring as i have zero experience.

i see you're from FWB! i love it there~lived there for a few months a while back. i fell in love with Firehouse subs while in florida. you ever eat there?

Yeah, the Firehouse sub place ia about a block from my office.

BTY that install is a piece of cake and well worth the effort.