Overhead console
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Overhead console Anyone fab an overhead console for ther 4th gen? Got pics?
I want to make an overhead console out of fibeglass or carbon fiber that would integrate a V1 radar dectector, nitrous/linelock switches and honda engine start button. I think it would killer between the T-tops. I am designing one in AUTOCAD and hopefully can make it next semester..
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I want to make an overhead console out of fibeglass or carbon fiber that would integrate a V1 radar dectector, nitrous/linelock switches and honda engine start button. I think it would killer between the T-tops. I am designing one in AUTOCAD and hopefully can make it next semester..
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Re: Overhead console What would be even cooler is a flip-down video screen that can be used as a rear-view mirror with a camera in the back. You can also use it to watch movies, as a computer screen (AutoTap). Lots of cool stuff with the monitor. Oh and lots of cool switches and stuff. 
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Re: Overhead console
What would be even cooler is a flip-down video screen that can be used as a rear-view mirror with a camera in the back. You can also use it to watch movies, as a computer screen (AutoTap). Lots of cool stuff with the monitor. Oh and lots of cool switches and stuff.
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Re: Overhead console
What would be even cooler is a flip-down video screen that can be used as a rear-view mirror with a camera in the back. You can also use it to watch movies, as a computer screen (AutoTap). Lots of cool stuff with the monitor. Oh and lots of cool switches and stuff.
I dunno I always thought it would be cool to have a video screen that you can use for jsut about anything. Currently I am installing a PC in my car which will have all my Mp3's. It will be hooked up to the monsoon and later on if I like, to some other head unit. The only thing missing is a good mounting location for the screen (I want it to look factory). So if we actually do get an overhead unit and it does what I like, I will be first in line.
Re: Overhead console I'd thought about the flip down screen before I picked up my vert. If I did it, I was going to integrate a switch box which would let you see behind your car, or run your PS2 to it. Having the rear view camera also would let you remove your stock rear view mirror as well. I'm not recommending this, just saying it's an option.
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Re: Overhead console
What would be even cooler is a flip-down video screen that can be used as a rear-view mirror with a camera in the back. You can also use it to watch movies, as a computer screen (AutoTap). Lots of cool stuff with the monitor. Oh and lots of cool switches and stuff.
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Re: Overhead console It would be pretty tight to have something like that. A thermometer would be good too (like in some SUV's) a radar detector mound it a must, and a place for 3-4 switches. I would end up paying whatever the price was depending on how much I wanted it. But 250 or less is a good starting point
I just posted something like this on one of the "other" sites. I love the idea of the screen also. My idea was to have at least 4 switches up there. For the switches, there would be a relay breakout box under the dash. The box and the console would be connected via CAT-5 network cable. CAT-5 cause it's small, flexible, and current requirements are low due to the breakout box. Would also provide more than enough to power a V1 or other detector. May even run 2 runs of CAT-5 if nessisary.
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yeah that would be sweet
I'm currently saving up for this DVD/GPS player
www.avic-n1.com
just looks...neat But ya, a overhead console would be sweet. Providing it looks stock and not cheesy. 
I'm currently saving up for this DVD/GPS player
www.avic-n1.com
just looks...neat
But ya, a overhead console would be sweet. Providing it looks stock and not cheesy. 
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Originally Posted by ss®
yeah that would be sweet
I'm currently saving up for this DVD/GPS player
www.avic-n1.com
just looks...neat But ya, a overhead console would be sweet. Providing it looks stock and not cheesy.
I'm currently saving up for this DVD/GPS player
www.avic-n1.com
just looks...neat
But ya, a overhead console would be sweet. Providing it looks stock and not cheesy. that thing looks absolutely amazing...can I hook up my PS2 to it?
