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Ash tray mod for USB and AUx

Old 02-21-2018, 03:42 PM
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Few months back I upgraded the Radio to a Pioneer 8200NEX. I had paid for a 8100 and ended up with the 8200 for $600. In my kids V6 birds I but the AUX and usb cable in the Convertible switch panel. For my WS6, I can not do that due to the vert and traction control. I ended up running the wires to the ashtray, cut a hole filled it with some RTV and a little bondo on top. I am happy with it for now, but would like to make something nicer later on.

Has anyone seen something nicer? I problem is find the female USB and aux jacks to fit nicely.







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I made a small hole in the front inside of the console box.
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You can get panel mount USB and other ports, just like new cars come with and arrange them however you want. You may even be able to purchase custom modules from an OEM provider: https://www.molex.com/molex/products...e=Introduction

I need to put one in our truck. I recall even seeing one that fully replaces a power port from Mouser. (So one doesn't need to make a new hole in a dash.)
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I found the page. These are the items I expect you are seeking: https://ecat.aptiv.com/category?view...ype=connection
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Originally Posted by wssix99
I found the page. These are the items I expect you are seeking: https://ecat.aptiv.com/category?view...ype=connection
This one is nice. Going to look into it, thanks.


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