HassanZ Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Hi all, I am planning on purchasing a sat nav and wanted it to be the right size for the cubby hole in the Zed. I need it to fit as close to perfectly as possible so it's nice and secure in that little indented section inside the cubby (also would look as close to OEM as possible). I know a few people on here have already done something similar to this and would like some input if possible. I plan on getting hold of some velcro with strong adhesive which I can stick to the back of the sat nav and the inside of the cubby hole so it's nice and secure. With regards to the wire, I'll have that plugged in to the sat nav permanently, but the wire and plug will be tucked away inside the cubby when not in use, I will pull the wire out and plug it into the lighter socket when I need to use it. Depending on how difficult it is to wire it up permanently, I may consider this option in the future. I appreciate all of your input guys. Many thanks, Hassan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexx Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Its not going to look OEM, as the OEM unit has a panel below with a load of buttons on it. As for size wise, why not go to Halfrauds, and ask if you can try a few different models and see which one fits best. All that said, I would just pay the extra and get a fully fitted unit from Nurrish (member trader) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HassanZ Posted September 7, 2011 Author Share Posted September 7, 2011 Its not going to look OEM, as the OEM unit has a panel below with a load of buttons on it. As for size wise, why not go to Halfrauds, and ask if you can try a few different models and see which one fits best. All that said, I would just pay the extra and get a fully fitted unit from Nurrish (member trader) Thanks for your reply mate, how much does it cost to get it fitted by Nurrish and where is he based? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexx Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 viewtopic.php?f=38&t=24395&hilit=nurrish+pc But I just realised he's buggered off for a year, so you may have to look for an alternative. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabbitstew Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Could always retro fit a OEM one in? Im really happy with mine, and have just updated it to the latest 2011 maps too. Only thing I miss with it is not having speed camera alerts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HassanZ Posted September 7, 2011 Author Share Posted September 7, 2011 http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=24395&hilit=nurrish+pc But I just realised he's buggered off for a year, so you may have to look for an alternative. Ah! HAHA! That's convenient Thanks for your help though! I guess the best way is to get the measurement of the cubby hole and look for a sat nav that'll fit nice and tight inside there. I'm sure LRFAN has a sat nav inside his cubby? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HassanZ Posted September 7, 2011 Author Share Posted September 7, 2011 Could always retro fit a OEM one in? Im really happy with mine, and have just updated it to the latest 2011 maps too. Only thing I miss with it is not having speed camera alerts. The OEM would not meet my requirements as they don't have speed cameras and are really dated. I'd rather have a modern one that I can just slot inside the cubby and stick it in place using strong velcro. With the price I'll pay for an OEM one, I could get a top of the range live Tomtom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Take the cubby out of the dash and take it into Halfords. Test fit them onsite Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRF4N Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=24395&hilit=nurrish+pc But I just realised he's buggered off for a year, so you may have to look for an alternative. Ah! HAHA! That's convenient Thanks for your help though! I guess the best way is to get the measurement of the cubby hole and look for a sat nav that'll fit nice and tight inside there. I'm sure LRFAN has a sat nav inside his cubby? Your memory serves u well. Iv got (had ) a navman s70 in mine connected to the battery Looks better in the flesh. Jay said it was his favourite mod on my car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maccaman Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Why not get one of these from Cookbot? viewtopic.php?f=9&t=47410&hilit=Cookbot+computer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blitzkrieg Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 I would recommend printing a route from google maps and sticking it to the cubbby whole with double sided tape Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookbot Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 The finished article is here: http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=49801 These are proving popular though, so there's a little wait of about 4-6 weeks from order. Cookie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karlp Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Cookbot, Will the torque app work on a jdm? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HassanZ Posted September 7, 2011 Author Share Posted September 7, 2011 Take the cubby out of the dash and take it into Halfords. Test fit them onsite How do I remove the cubby Chris? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HassanZ Posted September 7, 2011 Author Share Posted September 7, 2011 http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=24395&hilit=nurrish+pc But I just realised he's buggered off for a year, so you may have to look for an alternative. Ah! HAHA! That's convenient Thanks for your help though! I guess the best way is to get the measurement of the cubby hole and look for a sat nav that'll fit nice and tight inside there. I'm sure LRFAN has a sat nav inside his cubby? Your memory serves u well. Iv got (had ) a navman s70 in mine connected to the battery Looks better in the flesh. Jay said it was his favourite mod on my car Haha! first time my memory actually worked, I have a memory like a goldfish!! That looks brilliant in my opinion, always wanted to do it since I seen yours. Probably the most cost effective method, even if its fitted permanently. What made you choose the garmin? Do you have measurements of the cubby by any chance? How did you wire it up to the battery? By the way glad to know you got a buyer after the other guy messed you around! I hope you got what you wanted, your car was very nice!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HassanZ Posted September 7, 2011 Author Share Posted September 7, 2011 Why not get one of these from Cookbot? viewtopic.php?f=9&t=47410&hilit=Cookbot+computer Unfortunately those mode are out my budget...especially when i don't really sit in my car much, just when I'm driving. No need for something that fancy lol! A Sat nav would do me, it'll serve It's purpose whilst filling the gaping hole in my cubby in a cost-effective manner :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leonk Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Just tried my TomTom XXL and it fits but has to be angled backwards slightly.............if that's any help. Would post photos but my tech assistant (son) hasn't come in yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HassanZ Posted September 7, 2011 Author Share Posted September 7, 2011 Just tried my TomTom XXL and it fits but has to be angled backwards slightly.............if that's any help.Would post photos but my tech assistant (son) hasn't come in yet. I would really appreciate it if you could please take a pic whenever you can so i know what you mean that's the Sat nav I was considering on purchasing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leonk Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 No prob, will try to get him to do it tomorrow. Might be easier if you pm me your E mail then he can send it direct to you. You can post it up if it's any use to other members. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookbot Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Cookbot,Will the torque app work on a jdm? As of yet, I've been unable to get the gap cars to work with torque. There are ways to get jap cars OBD2 compliant, but have never done it. Cookie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Cookbot,Will the torque app work on a jdm? As of yet, I've been unable to get the gap cars to work with torque. There are ways to get jap cars OBD2 compliant, but have never done it. Cookie Got a link? Quite interested in how that can be done. Logically I'd imagine the OBD compliance relates to the ECU which is different on EU and JDM cars. Obviously a lot of OBD software can send both EODB and JODB messages if you have the right hardware hooked up to it, but would be interested to know how you can get an JODB car sending messages to an EODB software. Or does Torque support both and you just need the right adapter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRF4N Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Your right hassan ur memory is bad- it's not a garmin it's a navman Got it cos it looked nice and fitted nicely into the cubby. I just checked the dimensions of 2 or 3 before deciding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spidermonk Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Hmm.. I've been looking for a Sat Nav as well and after seeing the fit of Navman S70, this has now gone straight to the top of my list, cheap now as well As asked before, how do you connect it directly to the battery as I like the idea of it being hard wired. Did you drill a hole in the back of your cubby (my 56 plate one does not have any holes) and attach the wire behind the console? Unfortunately my electrical skills are non existent so I'm wondering if I should hand it over to an auto-electrician to sort out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Dont connect it direct to the battery You want to tap into the wires that come from the ciggy lighter in the passenger footwell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spidermonk Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Thanks Chris, sorry for the daft question but just for reference if I was to do this would it still be feasible to use the socket at the same time to charge my phone, or do you reckon running 2 devices from one socket could over load it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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