The last time Navi ashtray mod. (Clear pictures)
03-26-2009, 06:39 AM
#1
The last time Navi ashtray mod. (Clear pictures)
I have has multiple emails on the navi install on my 2003 maxima via taking out the ashtray.
the Navigation Model is the Magellan Maestro.
It matches the TE edition perfect as you can see it is also silver and black just like most interiors in the SE family.
All I did was run the power from the rear socket spliced it in, then cut a small hole in the side of the ashtray holding container.
Taking out the ashtray was simple you just unscrew the center screw in the middle of the ashtray, then pop the whole shifter cover off (holds ashtray) and there will be 4 screws that hold it in place, take those out and the ashtray box will come off with ease.
there are tabs on the side of the ashtray that will allow you to take the slider off with ease, then just go ahead and cut the side of the case with a warm knife, and slide the power connector through.
the Navigation Model is the Magellan Maestro.
It matches the TE edition perfect as you can see it is also silver and black just like most interiors in the SE family.
All I did was run the power from the rear socket spliced it in, then cut a small hole in the side of the ashtray holding container.
Taking out the ashtray was simple you just unscrew the center screw in the middle of the ashtray, then pop the whole shifter cover off (holds ashtray) and there will be 4 screws that hold it in place, take those out and the ashtray box will come off with ease.
there are tabs on the side of the ashtray that will allow you to take the slider off with ease, then just go ahead and cut the side of the case with a warm knife, and slide the power connector through.
03-26-2009, 06:41 AM
#2
The camera makes it look so bad lol, It looks so much better in person. the gap is not that large when you center it. And it is **** eyed in this pic due to me moving it to show the power wire. usually it is straight on.
03-26-2009, 06:52 AM
#4
camera has too many mega pix it makes everything look bad... especially if you have a nick or scrape on the car. the mod really does look great. Im not the type to make things look ****ty. the angle I took it at is head on usually you are looking at it from a top view and you dont see the gap.
here are sh!tty pictures.
here are sh!tty pictures.
03-26-2009, 07:42 AM
#5
camera has too many mega pix it makes everything look bad... especially if you have a nick or scrape on the car. the mod really does look great. Im not the type to make things look ****ty. the angle I took it at is head on usually you are looking at it from a top view and you dont see the gap.
here are sh!tty pictures.
here are sh!tty pictures.
03-26-2009, 07:52 AM
#7
As cool as that looks and as integrated (cheaply) as possible for a stand alone nav unit can get, having it that low can't be safe for driving. My nav unit replaces the radio and I find that low enough. 2 cts.
03-26-2009, 07:56 AM
#8
t drive you just click find closest location of whatever type of food and you are on your way.
my 4.3" widescreen wont fit
03-26-2009, 01:27 PM
#15
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03-26-2009, 01:29 PM
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03-26-2009, 01:42 PM
#18
iPhone turn by turn is free. I'm looking to do something custom (spinning dock) where the radio sits. Right now everything is stock and my 680 garmin sits atop of the ac vents on the flat part. Wire is run behind and through the arm rest part of the car to the rear av. Sorry to get off topic.
To the person hardwiring the garmin how do you do that? Can you do it off of the power rear view mirror. I've been always wondering/inquirying about this.
Thanks
To the person hardwiring the garmin how do you do that? Can you do it off of the power rear view mirror. I've been always wondering/inquirying about this.
Thanks
03-26-2009, 02:36 PM
#19
thanks for the info lol. What Kinda Bike
iPhone turn by turn is free. I'm looking to do something custom (spinning dock) where the radio sits. Right now everything is stock and my 680 garmin sits atop of the ac vents on the flat part. Wire is run behind and through the arm rest part of the car to the rear av. Sorry to get off topic.
Lol Its cool Tippy
To the person hardwiring the garmin how do you do that? Can you do it off of the power rear view mirror. I've been always wondering/inquirying about this.
You would need to run the power from the fuse box and run the wires through the driver pillar then tucked under the roof carpet..
Thanks
Lol Its cool Tippy
To the person hardwiring the garmin how do you do that? Can you do it off of the power rear view mirror. I've been always wondering/inquirying about this.
You would need to run the power from the fuse box and run the wires through the driver pillar then tucked under the roof carpet..
Thanks
03-26-2009, 03:22 PM
#21
Damn I'd like to ride..My 6k Head light is out...been waiting for it for a while too...I would of loved to go man. Car has been dirty for a minute because rain tomorrow as well I figured wait it out. Essemtial hit me up when ya'll ride down here, i've been trying to meet up with perk as well. Have fun tonight...maybe I'll ride down with the girl, what y'all do?
03-26-2009, 06:29 PM
#23
Frigg man you guys got to let me know a little earlier I live right next to it, the woman is coming over and I have sold her out enough lol. I will go to the next one though!!!!!!!!!!! For sure.
03-26-2009, 07:18 PM
#24
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Dude you gotta get your priorities straight....MAX MEET ALL THE WAY!!! haha jk...but seriously...lol
03-27-2009, 04:57 AM
#27
Bring her!
I didnt even go last night. I had a hangover from the night before but I didnt expect it to last till the following night! lol
We always meet up on wednesday nights at the sonic on lakeworth just east of jog by the way. The hooters meet used to go on all the time but got shut down a few months ago. It's just getting started again.
03-27-2009, 05:33 AM
#28
Good info and neat little mod. Added this to the Stickies.
http://forums.maxima.org/6887044-post10.html
http://forums.maxima.org/6887044-post10.html
03-27-2009, 07:19 AM
#29
Hahahahah
Bring her!
I didnt even go last night. I had a hangover from the night before but I didnt expect it to last till the following night! lol
We always meet up on wednesday nights at the sonic on lakeworth just east of jog by the way. The hooters meet used to go on all the time but got shut down a few months ago. It's just getting started again.
Bring her!
I didnt even go last night. I had a hangover from the night before but I didnt expect it to last till the following night! lol
We always meet up on wednesday nights at the sonic on lakeworth just east of jog by the way. The hooters meet used to go on all the time but got shut down a few months ago. It's just getting started again.
SO don't be hung over then
03-27-2009, 07:21 AM
#30
Good info and neat little mod. Added this to the Stickies.
http://forums.maxima.org/6887044-post10.html
http://forums.maxima.org/6887044-post10.html
Sweet.
04-14-2009, 05:09 AM
#32
TODAY ONLY ON TUESDAY APRIL 14. A WEBSITE IS SELLING THE SAME GPS THAT PERKMAN USED FOR HIS NAVI INSTALL, ITS AT WWW.1SALEADAY AND ITS ONLY $70 AFTER SHIPPPING. JUST THOUGHT ID SHARE THIS INFO.
im going to try to fit a garmin 205 with the same install and will post how it goes as well in a few weeks
im going to try to fit a garmin 205 with the same install and will post how it goes as well in a few weeks
04-14-2009, 02:49 PM
#38
I have it plugged into the back of the gps and the cord is fed through a slight gap between the ashtray and left side of the gps. It's snug but will fall on hard acceleration. I'm thinkin velcro maybe to hold it in there and it's easy to switch between cars.
