the unit goes in from behind so some of it is actually covered on the side.
Maybe I should check to see the ashtray actually fits normally - it was a while back since I did this.
I'll take some pic while I'm at it.
yep, just take the ashtray out and use a sharp knife to cut some material away so you can slip in the unit from behind the shroud (slip it in from the driverside. I superglued some metal brackets behind the shroud to support it so it doesn't fall.
I am sure there are better ways to do it.
In case I ever get rid of it I can always put the ashtray back in place
owned my gtr for over 4 years now, drive it everyday, even if it is just a small trip down to the shops etc.
Never get sick of it.
Parts are plentyfull.
Tamiya Model Kits
Skyline Gtr (scale:1/24)
Since I am never going to get round building these, thought I'd put them up for sale
Brand New still in original packing
$40 each or $70 for both
(will deliver if in Melbourne)
Postage extra
My dvd/cd drive is on the laptop, since I mainly listen to Mp3's etc I am not too fused about it.
Liliput does have another type I have attached it here - basically a retractable screen that fits into one DIN space which would leave room for a DVD unit etc.
Price is more expensive around 350 to 400AUD (based on a single unit)
GL701_NP.doc
will organise group buy once I have 10 people:
So far registered interest from
1. Howie
2. travb81
3. steveo r33
4. jaypee 23
5. nozila
6. hydie
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10.
Once I got 10 I will reconfirm price and work out next steps.
I'm not sure if newkleer is still making thee units - they were different to the LCD unit he has now - best to PM him and find out. Otherwise try these guys http://www.plmsdevelopments.com/consult_if.shtml
Here are some more pics of the install:
RoadRunner frontend for music/video/gps, etc
mounted the LCD to a mounting bracket I had from an old GPS unit
laptop under the seat with consult interface etc.
to switch the laptop on the radio button provides a momentary contact:
Basically find two points on the laptop (I used the docking port connection) that when shorted turn the laptop on. You could also solder wires to the laptop switch.
Run these two wires to the radio button switch. There should be a small black connector with 2 wires in it that is located behind the stereo slots - connect each wire to it - done
(Only the 'FM/AM' button works - I don't know how the 'tune' button is configured as yet)
(I've added more pics to my thread if you want to see more details on the install)
Yeah, the laptop is hooked via the serial port to a 'consult' device which interfaces with the car. I got the consult device through a group buy via 'Newkleer'. The LCD has a VGA input which connects to the laptop.
I'll post some pics up shortly to show how I set the whole thing up.
the 5th field says:
"MT.F5"
any suggestions on what this means? (I thought it was 5 speed transmission)
(the 4th field says GT-R) I'd post the pic up but for some reason I can't take a screen dump)