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Ipad 2 mounted with A/M radio

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by bafogels, May 5, 2013.

  1. May 5, 2013 at 12:47 PM
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    I decided to find a way to mount my ipad 2 without paying a ton of money for a mount. One that will stay in place for offroad use. Also I wanted to be able to easily take my ipad in and out.
    Below are some pictures of how i decided to mount it.

    It looks slightly tilted because it is. So I can see it easier in my seat.

    photo.jpg

    It receives power from cable going to the cigarette lighter and AUX cable to the radio for music and sound.

    Costs me a total of 20 bucks with the case, rubber material and wrapping, plaitsi dip, and foam padding.(not including ipad lol :D)

    Took it offroad and there were no vibrations, or it falling out, or anything. Works great.

    Let me know what you guys think!
    Thanks
     
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    I like the idea, But I can't see your pics...
     
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    I'm not sure why my pictures aren't uploading
     
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    sorry,I can see it now :D I like to know how you did it, I might just "borrow" your idea for my iPad also...:)
     
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    Can you give some details on how you have it mounted??
     
  8. May 5, 2013 at 9:09 PM
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    I made a short video and will post it tonight or tomorrow.
     
  9. May 5, 2013 at 9:12 PM
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    How do you adjust the A/C? I like the idea by the way
     
  10. May 5, 2013 at 9:50 PM
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    Heres the link to the video. Explains where it mounts and a little of how I did it.
    Im going to design another one that uses a solid piece of plastic or rubber, im searching for the materials. Let me know what u think! :)

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgPHXruVAhA
     
  11. May 5, 2013 at 9:54 PM
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    you can still reach the controls underneath.It isn't flush up against it. I show it in the video a little and talk about it a little. The only thing it completely blocks is the clock. But the ipad replaces the clock. The hazard lights are there but if you need them the ipad can be pulled out quickly.
    Thanks!
     
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    Change your password lol....
     
  13. May 5, 2013 at 9:56 PM
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    haha :D
     

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