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Taco Garage - Dashtop Multi-Mount (DMM) - Securely mount ANYTHING to your dash

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by FreshMexicanTaco, Jun 10, 2018.

  1. Aug 6, 2018 at 10:47 PM
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    FreshMexicanTaco

    FreshMexicanTaco [OP] The Taco Garage

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    Dashtop Multi-Mount!, Pro grille, snug top, Kings BFGs, Front and rear view camera anytime, CMC, prinsu and more to come!
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    The first LOT of DMMs has sold out! BUT wait! theres more! (coming)...
    BIG THANKS
    to all of you who have purchased one from me, your support and feedback has really helped me continue to develop and fabricate this and improve it, the second and larger LOT in in the manufacturing process as you read this this. I estimate it will be ready in less than two weeks, approximately 8/19/18.
    I am also working to get the ordering process more streamlined and the shipping times shortened as much as possible.

    That being said, I will still accept orders just know that your DMM will be shipping in about two weeks, I will be shipping them out in the order that they are paid for (duh).

    PLEASE add your TW username and shipping info to the payment notes or I won't know where to send your DMM to.
     
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  2. Aug 7, 2018 at 11:26 AM
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    I was able to make it stop by swapping from a 3.69" arm to a shorter one from the chest mount for my action cam. I guess the force of the phone hanging from the longer arm was too much. Hopefully it doesn't get broken in and start making noise again with the shorter arm.
     
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  3. Aug 9, 2018 at 8:36 PM
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    Thunderbolt

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    Recieved mine today, install took about 30 minutes total, mostly because I was searching for the tools I needed.

    Very easy to install and very clean system.

    @FreshMexicanTaco ....

    Great work man! I'm a machinist, so I know the difference in shoddy work and quality. Your work is top notch.
     
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  4. Aug 10, 2018 at 6:45 AM
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    Paypal link does not work.
     
  5. Aug 10, 2018 at 7:15 AM
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    mnmsddy

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    Great product, I installed mine while on a boring phone conference for work.
    I love that it is not blocking my AC vent, and my phone is not ice cold when I get to destination.
     
  6. Aug 10, 2018 at 3:57 PM
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    I agree with everyone else, this is a very innovative idea and great product. Thanks FreshMexicoTaco for making this happen for us.

    Just got done with the install. Took me less than an hour including getting all my tools together and cleanup. All parts were included and impressive quality. I ordered a second RAM ball with my kit, which showed up a few days later along with a note offering $2 refund due to the delay. FMT: thanks for the offer, but no worries! It’s all good bro.

    I didn’t have a #10 drill bit but used a 13/64” (0.2031”) vs the recommended #10 bit (0.1935”) which worked just fine for the 8 countersunk holes. For the RAM ball holes I used a 3/16” drill bit. To clear the plastic tabs on the backside of the trim I used a dremel tool with a small grinder bit to notch the clearance needed for the nuts. Easy-peasy, just like the instructions called for.
     
  7. Aug 12, 2018 at 12:25 PM
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    dvwalker

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    another happy customer....no more phone falling off the magnet mount when going offroad

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  8. Aug 12, 2018 at 4:48 PM
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    I'd like one too. please add me to this list!
     
  9. Aug 14, 2018 at 5:56 AM
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    runmc

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    Hey OP-
    Where did you get your phone mount?
    thanks
     
  10. Aug 15, 2018 at 12:20 AM
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    FreshMexicanTaco

    FreshMexicanTaco [OP] The Taco Garage

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    Dashtop Multi-Mount!, Pro grille, snug top, Kings BFGs, Front and rear view camera anytime, CMC, prinsu and more to come!
    Mine is an iOttie for tablets that I believe is discontinued...
    BUT!
    I found another one that I just bought and will be testing, if it works I will be selling it pretty soon, I also already have a pretty nice phone mount ready to sell all you need would be a short arm to connect to the ball mount. (I will also have that pretty soon)
     
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  11. Aug 15, 2018 at 3:17 AM
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    Thank you :thumbsup:
     
  12. Aug 15, 2018 at 5:11 AM
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    Hey OP, how do I order one of these from you?
     
  13. Aug 16, 2018 at 10:17 PM
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  14. Aug 17, 2018 at 8:19 AM
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    Thanks for the link!

    @FreshMexicanTaco I just sent payment via your website. Thanks!
     
  15. Aug 17, 2018 at 9:00 AM
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    Received my kit and had it installed in around 20 minutes. No issues at all. The real challenge was to open up a cheap magnetic Qi charger (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FC5TTWP) pull out the guts and mount it to the X-Grip.


    • Disassemble the Qi mount - remove the rubber pad and plastic barrier to get to four #000 phillips screws (smallest size) and remove them.
    • Remove charging coil and circuit board.
    • The charging coil is the same size as the rubber RAM sticker - pull that off (plenty of stick-em still on it) and apply over coil.
    • Tape off RAM sticker, small multi-color LED (charging indicator) on side and USB input.
    • Plasti-derp circuit board front and back - three coats, let dry and untape everything.
    • Mix up and apply 2-part, 5-minute epoxy and epoxy circuit board to X-Grip - make sure it's centered and straight.
    All done. Easy peasy, about 45 minutes of work and now no charging cables on the phone.
    Next step is to route a short USB into dash and tuck it behind to no visible hanging cables. I'll post again when that's done.

    Great product OP. Good job.
     
  16. Aug 17, 2018 at 12:04 PM
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    hcenteno21

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    I am looking to order this, I see it says it will available around the 19th. Seeing if this is still the case, and if there are a lot of people who have preordered this batch!

    Secondly I'd like to also get a grille, are those available?

    Lastly I need more than one ram ball, how can i order these? Im thinking at least 2 to start!

    Thanks!!
     
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  17. Aug 17, 2018 at 12:11 PM
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    Good work! Will try this when I order mine!
     
  18. Aug 17, 2018 at 2:21 PM
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    FreshMexicanTaco

    FreshMexicanTaco [OP] The Taco Garage

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    I'm working my way through your messages! sorry if its taking me a couple days, I should be getting back to everyone by the end of the day today....
     
  19. Aug 19, 2018 at 10:11 AM
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    @FreshMexicanTaco finally placed an order. Added extra $10 for the extra mount.

    I've been following this thread and been putting it off since June when you first started. Kept debating if i really need this. haha. Thank you for making such a useful modification. No more balancing my phone on the dashboard.
     
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  20. Aug 19, 2018 at 12:07 PM
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    That was my question, so it's just 10 for the extra ball mount?
     

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