Mounting A Screen In The Top Centre Storage Pocket

[Guest MATT jr]

ok, so i want to mount, an 8inch, colour touch screen monitor, in that centre pocket.

 

the monitor only just fits in there, with the lid closed.

 

when the monitor is in use, i want the pocket to be down, because i find it irritating for it to be up when driving - this rules out previous methods on here (which is to hinge the monitor from the pocket itself).

 

so iv had a few ideas (after lots of thinking)

 

1), simply hinge the monitor to the bottom front of the pocket (a very thin hinge, of correct proportions), so u can open the pocket, fold it out, close the pocket, and there u go.

 

Problem 1 - the monitor is too big to be folded out like this (it hits the lid half way up)

 

2) attach part of 2 telescopic aerials in the pocket, attaching the other end to the monitor - this allows u to "pull the monitor out of the pocket, before tilting it up - this would work, BUT

 

Problem 2 - there's not enough room for two telescopic aerials

 

3) make a double hinge effort, that attaches to the bottom front of the pocket - allowing you to "pull" the monitor out, then fold it up.

 

Problem - bit to technical - and the problem of "how do u make it, so the monitor doesn't flap around"

 

4) make yet another hinge, the bolts to the inside, right hand, wall of the pocket, fix a metal arm to it, with a M6 bolt on the end. - when u want to use the monitor, fold this arm out, take the monitor out the glove box, and attach to arm

 

Problem - faffing with screens etc

 

5) using two "runners" the sort found on ur computer desk, that allow you to slide out your key boards, using one bolt, attach one end in the back of the pocket (on the walls), and the other end, on the monitor. then make it so, u can "pull" the monitor out, then fold it up.

 

Problem - cant find any "runners" that fit the bill (ie, thin enough, and the right length)

 

6) cut out two "special" shaped bits of plastic, like this...

 

rivit one end to the screen (on the bottom, sides of the monitor), and the other end, in the pockets, with one single bolt through them, into the pockets walls. this gives the slide out, and rotate up action.

 

i would then have to open the monitor up - to replace its cable, with a ribbon cable, because the one it has at the moment, is a good 6 or so mm thick - which is to thick, to allow the pocket to shut.

 

problem - a lot of "fabrication" and it will invalidate the monitors warranty

 

 

so have you got any suggestions?

 

MJR :(

[big_kev]

Would it not be easier to replace the rear view mirror with a combined moniter rear view mirror.

 

Just a thought

 

An example http://www.lilliputuk.com/productinfo.php?product=127

 

p.s. I am in no way affiliated with this site, I am sure there are hundreds of similar ones.

 

Mind you they do some nice stuff !

 

actually that example was 7 inch not 8 inch............

 

size doesn't matter ......does it ?

[Guest MATT jr]

..its one idea i thought about when i was choosing a screen, and a method of controlling a computer from the captains chair. i decided against it, because of the difficulty in finding one with touch screen connection for computers, and also the road safety issue, on how the police would view a sun visor monitor?

 

as it is in the direct view of the driver?

 

MJR

[NikpV]

an idea - not a solution - coiuld you slide the monitor out and hinge it down so it covers the vents and cup holders cutting a couple of slots in the sides of the lid to accomodate the plastic runners :o

[Guest MATT jr]

oh yeh, i thought of that as well.

 

couple of problems.

 

hot air blowing on the monitor form the vents

makes cup holders unusable

hides part of the radio.

 

iv also thought about removing the cup holders, and having it come out of there, BUT it isn't feasible, after investigating that route

 

MJR

[NikpV]

fair enough

 

 

just that we never have those vents working and sacrificing the cup holder use didn't seem too much of a penalty - could line the bottom up with the top of the radio :o

[Guest wolfie]

could remove the standard head unit and mount a pop out touch screen in the dash!

[Guest MATT jr]

mmmm, its an alright idea,, but we do use the cup holders loads. in fact its unusual when there isnt a cup in the cup holders lol

 

mmmm wonder if it could be suspended from the ceiling, near the rear view?

 

mmm, pop out screen,, again looked into these, its

[big_kev]

i find it irritating for it to be up when driving

 

Just noticed this, you intend to use the monitor when driving :o

 

In fact :o :lol: :lol: :lol: :o

[Guest MATT jr]

well... how will i view my satnav? or press "play" on windows media?

 

same as operating a satnav or radio

 

MJR

[big_kev]

well... how will i view my satnav? or press "play" on windows media?

 

same as operating a satnav or radio

 

MJR

 

Not quite the same methinks !

 

 

 

Let me know what colour your Gal is just in case I see you behind me

 

I can then brace for impact :o

[Guest MATT jr]

ok i will email u when i set off

 

MJR

[big_kev]

ok i will email u when i set off

 

MJR

 

Please, before you set off...not while you are driving

 

Unless its to warm me of a traffic jam on the M1 ..then by all means chance it..

 

I have my laptop blue tack'd to the dash and a foot operated mouse at the ready.

[Guest gooner52]

mine is all voice controlled

 

plus i dont use my cup holders

 

so this woz the way i went

 

[Guest MATT jr]

...im tempted to give voice control a try

 

IIRC the latest via-voice allows more control over your PC

 

MJR

[Guest gooner52]

just bought this ,as the boss one i bought is not up to the job

 

 

just need some warm weather lol :lol:

[Guest MATT jr]

lmao, haven't you got enough gadgets yet!

 

MJR

[Guest gooner52]

no mat

 

you got me thinkin again :lol: :)

[Guest MATT jr]

:lol: Whay!

 

MJR

[Guest MATT jr]

ok,, think im gonna do the following...

 

get some L shaped aluminum, cut it to the same width as the monitor, but leave 1/2 inch on each side. with each extra 1/2 an inch,, remove half the L shape, and bend the remaining bit, up to where the monitors side will be. drill a hole in the right place (this will allow you to bolt the monitor to it).

 

change the cable in the monitor to a flat ribbon cable.

 

take two 25cm long strips of flat aluminum, cut a channel down the centre, a hole at one end,, attach that to the the bent bits on the L shaped monitor cradle youve just made.

 

fit it into pocket, and shi-zam, all done!

 

dont worry, i will post pics when iv done it, all will become clear.

 

MJR

[big_kev]

Look forward to seeing the results...it sounds a very good idea

[Guest gooner52]

ok,, think im gonna do the following...

 

get some L shaped aluminum, cut it to the same width as the monitor, but leave 1/2 inch on each side. with each extra 1/2 an inch,, remove half the L shape, and bend the remaining bit, up to where the monitors side will be. drill a hole in the right place (this will allow you to bolt the monitor to it).

 

change the cable in the monitor to a flat ribbon cable.

 

take two 25cm long strips of flat aluminum, cut a channel down the centre, a hole at one end,, attach that to the the bent bits on the L shaped monitor cradle youve just made.

 

fit it into pocket, and shi-zam, all done!

 

dont worry, i will post pics when iv done it, all will become clear.

 

MJR

 

 

 

:blink: :lol: sounds great mjr cant wait m8 :o

[Guest MATT jr]

should be ok,, just got an ear infection thats killin me!

 

MJR

[redneck01246]

hi matt what is the boss switcher like

will be starting my install in the next few days

sony unit in the headlining

veba units in headrests

ps2 where i can find a place for it

taking pics as i go along for forum

[Guest MATT jr]

sounds good redneck!

 

keep us posted on that!

 

and its gooner you need to ask about the switcher :)

 

MJR