The PERFECT NSX Dash setup, who's got it?
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Is it possible to install a system with one of those honda pods, that contains navigation dvd, etc. while still maintaining the factory cd changer receiver in dash? I don't want to cut up the dash because it is custom painted with a pretty expensive paint job, and would like to return the entire setup to OEM if I had to.
I changed my dash up somewhat, here is a picture of the 'final' setup:
Electronics include:
-Stack ST8130 Cluster
-Blitz Dual Turbo Timer and Boost Gauge (DTT IV)
-Shift-E Sequential Shift Light (steering wheel mounted)
-Beltronics RX75 Plus Radar Detector and Laser Jammer
-Kenwood 7" touchsceen in navpod
-Kenwood V500 Carportal
-Garmin G510 navi (kenwood)
-Audiovox mini-tuner XM (kenwood)
-Tanner switch panel (push button starter, switches for seatbelts, laser jammer)
-Schroth autocontrol ACM harnesses with electronic cable reel
-Hella Dual Airhorns
CCU display has been changed to green to match the cluster, also, the door lighting has been eliminated.
The dome light is still un-modified :redface:
Focusing on the audio aspect of the setup, I have all of the features I want (XM radio, navi, ipod/video, AM/FM), and could integrate any additional items (bluetooth, cd changer, externally controlled devices) with relative ease - the V500 is essentially a stereo without an interface, it's an amplifier-sized unit that can be stashed away, then controlled with a screen in the navpod.
For people looking for maximum integration, as I said in a different thread, you could easily retain your OEM stereo and console with a V500 solution, the V500 would then control your audio sources (bluetooth, am/fm, cd changer, xm, navi, rear view camera, etc.), and the factory deck would control the car's speakers, and volume modulation. The car would appear to have a factory solution, with an OEM navpod.
In my application, I am using the V500 as a standalone solution, using it to turn on the factory amplifiers and having its preouts connected directly to the factory stereo harness. Volume modulation is done either through the touchscreen, or on the monitor's volume hard buttons.
Electronics include:
-Stack ST8130 Cluster
-Blitz Dual Turbo Timer and Boost Gauge (DTT IV)
-Shift-E Sequential Shift Light (steering wheel mounted)
-Beltronics RX75 Plus Radar Detector and Laser Jammer
-Kenwood 7" touchsceen in navpod
-Kenwood V500 Carportal
-Garmin G510 navi (kenwood)
-Audiovox mini-tuner XM (kenwood)
-Tanner switch panel (push button starter, switches for seatbelts, laser jammer)
-Schroth autocontrol ACM harnesses with electronic cable reel
-Hella Dual Airhorns
CCU display has been changed to green to match the cluster, also, the door lighting has been eliminated.
The dome light is still un-modified :redface:
Focusing on the audio aspect of the setup, I have all of the features I want (XM radio, navi, ipod/video, AM/FM), and could integrate any additional items (bluetooth, cd changer, externally controlled devices) with relative ease - the V500 is essentially a stereo without an interface, it's an amplifier-sized unit that can be stashed away, then controlled with a screen in the navpod.
For people looking for maximum integration, as I said in a different thread, you could easily retain your OEM stereo and console with a V500 solution, the V500 would then control your audio sources (bluetooth, am/fm, cd changer, xm, navi, rear view camera, etc.), and the factory deck would control the car's speakers, and volume modulation. The car would appear to have a factory solution, with an OEM navpod.
In my application, I am using the V500 as a standalone solution, using it to turn on the factory amplifiers and having its preouts connected directly to the factory stereo harness. Volume modulation is done either through the touchscreen, or on the monitor's volume hard buttons.
nope, you missed the ashtray! :smile:
It seems like that car would get hot, no CCU to adjust the AC.
Perhaps the vent/blower is hardwired on, and the CCU system, and air conditioning components, have been removed.
A more recent picture of the dash
It's a little too "batmobile" for me. I do like the S2K engine start button though.
So, you wouldn't roll in that car. Paaleeease!!!!
I feel that Vroom has the hottest setup. It is modern, but still has the nsx look. Frank
I have to agree with frank. Vroom did an amazing job!
Thanks guys. V2.0 is in the works :biggrin:
The cool thing is the individuality and attention to detail. I like them all.
The cool thing is the individuality and attention to detail. I like them all.
has anyone ever thought about squaring off the climate control area to better match the stereo cut out?
Wow!! I like this! Oh, and Vrooms =]
flush
Wow. Is that yours? Do you have more pics / details?
How are you guys securing your navpod to your dash? Drilling into the dash?
^ I realize that, but I don't see many of us wanting to drill into their dash.... unless this is an ugly secret no one wants to talk about.
Hey Kid,
Thats exactly what I plan to do with mine too. I found that my ashtray door is now useless so I am going to mount my two aem gauges there with a CF panel I got from DF. I'm hoping to end up like yours. Was it hard to mount that filler plate and gauges?
John
Honestly?? No. :redface:
I think I really like VROOM's the best as well. I have the Dali CF center console, and I'm sick of the CF look. I'm thinking of painting it. Silver, Gun metal or high gloss black like piano keys. What do you think?
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How are you guys securing your navpod to your dash? Drilling into the dash?
Mine is just set in place, no need to drill. The vent piece keeps it snug. I don't track my car, but it doesn't seem to move at all.
-Josh
What gauge is that? Do you have a pic during the day? What was the install like?
Good:
Everything
All critical information in easy to read places, high contrast displays, fully configurable, can display any engine parameters, can change engine maps, etc. on the fly, Navi is at eye level, antenna is more powerful than regular set top unit, configuration is upgradable, customizable, and looks OEM.
Bad:
Nothing really, some configuration bugs being worked out, doesn't make me coffee (yet)
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