GoPro Type-C hardwire?

Just finished wiring in my dashcam... But now I'm considering a hardwire cable for my GoPro. Unfortunately I cannot find any hardwire kits for type-C connectors.

Can I just get a micro-usb hardwire kit like this:

HitCar DC 12V to 5V Power Inverter Micro USB Right Angle Shape Hard Wire Charger Cord Cable Converter Regulator Kit Car Charger Cable for Car GPS Tablet DVR Camcorder Recorder

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00U...rdwire+kit&dpPl=1&dpID=41R6zlN7ZWL&ref=plSrch

And cut off the micro-usb end and wire in a right angle type-c connector? (This will be used only for maintaining a charge on my GoPro)

 

thats what i bought. i haven't wired mine up yet but it should work fine.

 

i tried finding the thread for the guy who did it with his build but i can't find it. sorry

 

Also tried finding a thread with multiple search terms... Couldn't find anything, otherwise I wouldn't have made this pointless post haha. I like stealing power from the rearview mirror tho. Its a great source!

 

I used the USB-C that it cam with. Then bought a usb extension to the usb below the dash.

 

Anker [2 in 1 Pack] USB-C (Male) to Micro USB (Female) Adapter, Allows Micro USB to USB-C Data Transfer, Uses 56K Resistor, Works with Galaxy S9, MacBook, iPad Pro, LG V20 and More

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Adapter-Converts-Resistor-ChromeBook/dp/B01AHKYIRS/

Or for a right angle.
https://www.amazon.com/Onvian-Adapter-Converter-Syncing-Charging/dp/B01MR4609X

 

Make sure any usb c adapter you use has a 56k resistor. Monoprice is also a good source for cables.

 

I'm using that power source for my radar detector lol

 

I used a similar (almost identical) 12v to 5v mini USB adapter from Amazon with an ad-a-fuse in the fuse box under the driver side dash (fed through the firewall to grill) for a go pro front camera anytime mod to stay charged when not in use

Rexing Mini-USB Hardwire Kit for V1, V1P, V1 3rd Gen, M1, M2, M1 PRO Dashcams

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXC2329/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_XMhyzbF0DV2XM

 

I want to avoid using a Type-C adapter. Can I just cut the mini/micro usb end off and wire in a USB-C end, then safely use it to charge my GoPro?

 

While I don't actually know the answer, I would lean on the no side. The very very much no so you don't fry your electronics side..

Just get an adapter meant to do the job

 

Solved it, don't know why I didn't think of this sooner...

Car Hard Wire Power Cord Extension Cable Charger Kit Dual USB Female Plug DC 12V to 5V 3A 15W Power Inverter Regulator Converter for GPS Tablet Phone PDA DVR Camcorder VCR Recorder Camera by HitCar

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06Y4CHT5L/ref=ox_sc_act_image_2?smid=A3CA5H83RV6W5M&psc=1

Anyone else having the same issue, I really think Toyota dropped the ball on this one. They should have wired in two USB ports in the headliner if they were going to go to the effort of putting a GoPro mount on the windshield....... Just a thought

 

What is this suppose to do? Is it for a go pro 5?

 

That gives me a good idea. Put in some USB ports in the overhead console

 

I was planning to hardwire a dashcam and radar detector into a Gen3. Do you know if there is a thread or walkthru on this? I found the threads on Overhead cluster 12v ignition switched power pin outs but the more info the better to avid running into issues. Not sure how complicated it is, I'd live to create a detailed walkthru once I'm done.