bmxpert57

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Hey guys-
Ive searched around here and haven't really seen a fully integrated Apple dash- figured Id post my progress on my ipad install. I have had about 3 double dins, but decided to go this route because I was still limited on 1)screen size 2)Audio sources 3)Internet
so the ipad was a no brainer! It is currently at the paint shop, so I will get installed pictures up soon. heres my progress. this is how its setup
Apple dock connector--->USB(charge) & 3.5mm audio--->inline volume control(rca)--->kenwood 5band EQ----->Mids/highs/sub amp


UPDATE:
Heres the new installed pics. Also included a video






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the start;


hackin the dash


Glued up






tight like a tiger


primered and ready for paint




Test fit- perfect!

enjoi!

NoQuestionZ

iTrader: (93)

Hmmmm... If i didnt think Ipad was a colossal waste of money Id like to see this in my car.

Looks good tho. You gonna spray it black?

dcains

iTrader: (15)

Very slick.

bmxpert57

iTrader: (1)

I cant complain- it was an xmas gift
And yea, the console is getting color matched to the exterior color

Rocknthehawk

iTrader: (5)

why not just install a carputer?

NoQuestionZ

iTrader: (93)

Thats the way to do it. I would have sold it, but this is a clean way to go about it too

bmxpert57

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^carputers are
1)PC(most) im a mac guy so I would have to buy a mac mini and such,
2)Not portable(undock the ipad=the best antitheft)
3)Carputers have a fixed 7" screen. Ipad has a 10"(yes you can do a custom carputer with 9-12" TFT screen but then id have to find a place to mount the brain etc. and run more wires )
4) Carputer requires all types of software for navigation, bluetooth, gps, not to mention all the corresponding antennas. Ipad= all built in.
5)common its APPLE

qqqqball

iTrader: (10)

+1
seems like a lot of effort for a clay pigeon

CRIDDA

iTrader: (10)

Where are you relocating the AC controls.

whitelightningHR

iTrader: (1)

I would like to see the finish product! Keep posting pics! I think this is pretty cool.

hellsy

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Personally, iPad is the first and only Apple product that i am looking forward to getting. I am waiting for 2nd Gen to fix what they have forgot to include on the first gen.I am thinking about coming up/finding something to place it nicely in the car.This is a pretty good work, and congratulations for it.. I hope USASpec will come out with an adapter that will work perfectly with iPad.

217350z

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WOW interesting.

SQBassHead

iTrader: (37)

Very creative

Im in for finished result, also make a video so we can see everything in action.
When will it be done?

omsin523

iTrader: (8)

I dont like it, its too big. But props for doing something different. Post final pics when painted and installed

calin

iTrader: (39)

I didn't think a Z could pull this off, but that looks really good actually. Looks like you did a good job. Can't wait to see final installed pictures

verdict.

Nice work, that looks great. In for finished/installed pics!

aarantes

iTrader: (31)

The AC controls are located on the shift boot piece. The piece he modified only had the cubby and radio.

ITOzann

iTrader: (30)

hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

Waiz

iTrader: (57)

Nice job!!

kemps

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looks good, post some installed pics!