InDash GPS

billforde · **Posted:** Mon Dec 19, 2005 10:29 am

This is my first time using Bondo, so it isnt perfect.

SunDvl · **Posted:** Mon Dec 19, 2005 11:04 am

But what'd you do with the radio?

billforde · **Posted:** Mon Dec 19, 2005 11:19 am

I installed a PC in my KJ, which is used instead of a radio.

SD-KJ · **Posted:** Mon Dec 19, 2005 12:28 pm

i would also think that an XM system would work also. You would only be able to listen to xm though.

Looks good, and certainly cheaper than the 1,400 RB1 or whatever that one jeep makes!

-Nick

billforde · **Posted:** Mon Dec 19, 2005 12:37 pm

SD-KJ wrote:

i would also think that an XM system would work also. You would only be able to listen to xm though.

I have a Sirius system that is controled by the PC. My PC handles CD/DVD/MP3 (all other audio formats)/Sirius playback/Internet Access.

USAFCOP · **Posted:** Mon Dec 19, 2005 3:36 pm

That is Nice!!!!!

Does it have to be centered for clearence issues, I know you centered it for looks, but I believe either Serius or XM make a controller that is only 4" wide, just wonde if there is enough room on the side to install that in the same hole?

billforde · **Posted:** Mon Dec 19, 2005 3:57 pm

There is only a little over and inch of clearance on each side. Garmin does makes smaller units that may make it possible to put both.

billforde · **Posted:** Mon Dec 19, 2005 10:50 pm

Here is a full view of my dash.

And Sirius..

Tokyojoe · **Posted:** Mon Dec 19, 2005 11:58 pm

You have a plant growing out of your dash and pc or are those sparks flying?

Seriously, what is up with the speaker in the center console?

billforde · **Posted:** Mon Dec 19, 2005 11:59 pm

Tokyojoe wrote:

Seriously, what is up with the speaker in the center console?

That is the speaker for the GPS.

Guest · **Posted:** Tue Dec 20, 2005 12:27 am

I'm interested in the screen and PC setup... Looks good

I think he means the plant that appears to be coming out the top of the screen...

Mike

billforde · **Posted:** Tue Dec 20, 2005 12:34 am

n3vqh wrote:

I'm interested in the screen and PC setup... Looks good

I think he means the plant that appears to be coming out the top of the screen...

Lets see more pics of the whole setup

Mike

Oh, the one outside of the KJ, lol.
Check out my site for more pictures http://www.inmyhappyplace.com/jeep.
Some of the pictures (mostly the rear view) arent the latest.

Guest · **Posted:** Tue Dec 20, 2005 12:42 am

yup just got done looking at them as you posted that...
what screen did you use ??
does it go into the dash or stay that way all the time?

Mike

billforde · **Posted:** Tue Dec 20, 2005 12:51 am

The screen is the same as this one http://www.mp3car.com/store/product_info.php?cPath=25&products_id=47. I got mine off of ebay under the brand name TVIEW. It stays in that position. I would have to reposition the vent ducts to allow for room for it to go up and down.

phxtoad · **Posted:** Tue Dec 20, 2005 3:33 pm

IMHO - it'd look cool if the oval surround for the GPS was painted the same red accent color you have in there...

TL

billforde · **Posted:** Tue Dec 20, 2005 7:28 pm

phxtoad wrote:

IMHO - it'd look cool if the oval surround for the GPS was painted the same red accent color you have in there...

TL

That was a consideration. I decided that i wanted it to blend in, instead of standout.

FreedomKJ · **Posted:** Tue Dec 20, 2005 9:56 pm

Impressive fab work. Could I get some more info on the PC install and what software you're using?

billforde · **Posted:** Tue Dec 20, 2005 10:35 pm

I just added some specs to the top of my website http://www.inmyhappyplace.com/jeep/. Let me know if there is any specific information you need.

FreedomKJ · **Posted:** Sun Dec 25, 2005 4:15 am

I'm actually looking for some details on how you have it wired up. Does it power up when you turn on the Jeep and shut down when you turn it off?

How exactly did you mount the screen?

billforde · **Posted:** Sun Dec 25, 2005 1:50 pm

I have two Carnetix 1260 DC to DC regulators. They have the ability to turn the PC on when they receive power. I also have seperate Power ON and Reset buttons mounted in the dash. The screen is just sitting in a hole i cut in the top of the dash.

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