llmask Posted May 9, 2005 Share Posted May 9, 2005 what do u guys think about this in dash motorized screen that im planning to fit into the cubby hole: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=1498&item=5772362870&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW#ebayphotohosting when the screen is closed, is it that ugly? but not fugly? i can deal w ugly cuz atleast its not eye candy to robbers. anyways, just your feed back on it. i plan to put a car pc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt_ltd Posted May 9, 2005 Share Posted May 9, 2005 you are gonna need lots of cutting before u can put one into the tiny cubby hole. anyway let us know how it turns out. This Space For Rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCDetails Posted May 9, 2005 Share Posted May 9, 2005 Robbers don't care if its fugly. Robbers care that they can rip it out of your car and then sell it on ebay or pawn it. _________________________________________ “Cleanliness becomes more important as godliness becomes more unlikely.” O C D E T A I L S . C O M OCDETAILS BLOG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legacy05GT Posted May 9, 2005 Share Posted May 9, 2005 I have already ordered this from MP3Car.com... should receive it by the end of the week. That bid is overpriced... http://www.mp3car.com/store/product_info.php?cPath=25&products_id=103 $449 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChE Outback XT Posted May 9, 2005 Share Posted May 9, 2005 I'm also planning a car PC, well, car Mac Mini to be precise. I considered 7" retractables, but because I'm going to go with a 10" touchscreen. I'm planning on using the VESA mount and attaching it to what will basically be a block that fits into the cubby. It won't be as slick as a retractable, but will be easier to work with and I'll be able to pull it out of the cars for the 50+ nights it gets below zero here. Just a thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
llmask Posted May 10, 2005 Author Share Posted May 10, 2005 I have already ordered this from MP3Car.com... should receive it by the end of the week. That bid is overpriced... http://www.mp3car.com/store/product_info.php?cPath=25&products_id=103 $449 cool. in that case, ill wait for your report until i buy myself one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChE Outback XT Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 A note on my comment... my project is a bit of a pipedream right now, I'm waiting on the capital that will come with a new job in June. I was looking at the specs on larger screens (10-12inch) versus the 7inchers, and the 7's are almost twice as bright, which will be a huge issue in the car. Non-touchscreen versions have about 400cd/m^2, while the touchscreens are 300cd/m^2. Larger LCDs have a bit over 200. Just a thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt_ltd Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 you cannot adjust the brightness? This Space For Rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChE Outback XT Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 you cannot adjust the brightness? You can, but those are max values that I quoted. Anyone who has tried to use a laptop outside on a sunny day will appreciate the importance of a high max brightness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt_ltd Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 is there a reason why you want 10~12"? This Space For Rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChE Outback XT Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 I would like to be able to do some actual work (when I'm the passenger or parked, of course). I do some freelance photography work, so it would be nice to have a screen I could do some quick work on on-site. I'll always have a laptop, though, so I'm thinking the bright 7" would be better for the Subie application. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John M Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 I'm still halfway finished with flushing a 7 inch Xenarc touchscreen in place of the cubby. I know, I know - I'll finish asap and post pics. I own everything I need to do the carputer project and just haven't gotten it installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt_ltd Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 how about a laptop mount like those used in police cars? This Space For Rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt_ltd Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 when did you start, john? This Space For Rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mach_six Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 the device doesn't look expensive enough to make the robbers want to steal it. It looks very basic and cheap the way the controls are laid out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt_ltd Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 It looks very basic and cheap the way the controls are laid out. b/c it is. This Space For Rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John M Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 when did you start, john? I started planning last November, bought everything in December, and finally removed the cubby in March. It's cut, framed in for the new monitor, and has most of the bondo work done. I've just been too lazy to finish the final coats and get it back into the car. I'm putting the clock in the ashtray location. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt_ltd Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 can we have a preview of what the screen looks right now? i plan to start soon... but have never used "bondo" b4... This Space For Rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legacy05GT Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 cool. in that case, ill wait for your report until i buy myself one. Thats cool... So far i know of a couple issues right off the bat. 1. TV Tuner is Pal...so you gotta get a pal-to-ntsc converter($3 at radio shack) 2. Clock stays on even when in stand by... not a big deal and since it'll be mounted right about our clock/mpg/temp guage, i am considering just disabling the display. Also, i'm not sure on the fit w/ the avo din plastic pieces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
llmask Posted May 10, 2005 Author Share Posted May 10, 2005 I'm still halfway finished with flushing a 7 inch Xenarc touchscreen in place of the cubby. I know, I know - I'll finish asap and post pics. I own everything I need to do the carputer project and just haven't gotten it installed. please!! give me some pics!!! i wanted to flush mount a xenarc screen also, but i just didnt know where to put our clock/temp/etc display. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crash Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 I started planning last November, bought everything in December, and finally removed the cubby in March. It's cut, framed in for the new monitor, and has most of the bondo work done. I've just been too lazy to finish the final coats and get it back into the car. I'm putting the clock in the ashtray location. John! Please post some in progress pics! I also want to do this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prelude Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 I am thinking do the same thing like you, put the VGA touch screen in the cubby but not sure how to do with relocation of the clock, where can you get the extention cable for the clock? Anyway, some pictures, please! THANK YOU! Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfxdave99 Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 Damn you guys.. Now I want to do one too.. If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough. - Mario Andretti Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanKen Posted May 12, 2005 Share Posted May 12, 2005 John! Please post some in progress pics! I also want to do this! Same here. There are a variety of 7"LCDs out there but the Xenarc looks to be the best. Some things I'm wondering: do you pull the panel out of the provided enclosure and wedge it into the cubby/trim piece? I'd alos like to see the results of the clock/ashtray conversion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John M Posted May 12, 2005 Share Posted May 12, 2005 I'll get pics asap. I haven't taken any yet so you'll miss the initial cutout and framing. Basically you'll start with me 90% finished with the bondo work, trying to find a black that matches the stock finish the best. I ordered a spare Xenarc bezel to flush into place. Then I just remove the "guts" and screw them onto the completed dash panel when I'm ready. It required a little trimming on the sides to make it fit between the vents but it was only cosmetic. I retained enough of the clock's factory trim that it should be reasonably easy to put into the ashtray lid without much detail work. We'll see how that works out when I get to it. Hopefully I can also fit 4 USB ports in there too. The computer itself is built - an AMD Sempron 3100, 512 meg, DVD player, and 200 gig SATA HD. It looks like I'll install it in the spare tire well and use a water cooling setup with the heat exchanger under the car. That way it won't overheat in the summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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