Just Joined, hoping to mod my Kia Sportage 2002

**Chrstpholofigus** · 09-01-2006, 02:15 PM

Hello everyone. I just joined this forum due to interest in having a carputer. I have a 2002 Kia Sportage for the rig i want to mod. Also, i have some spare computers lying around. I have 2 e-machines (533MHz and 466MHz) with the stock parts and upgraded ram (2x 128mb sticks). I know that these are old compys, but i figured that they would have more than enough processor power to run an MP3 system. Anywho...i'll start browsing the forum for the answers i am looking for, and if i can't find the info, i'll post here and ask.

**Tidder** · 09-01-2006, 02:16 PM

Sounds good man, and welcome to the forum!

**RedGTiVR6** · 09-01-2006, 02:24 PM

welcome to the addiction!

enjoy your stay and get comfy!

**Scouse Monkey** · 09-01-2006, 02:31 PM

hello!

but i warn you now...533 is more than enough for an mp3system but be prepared to get sucked in and want gull gps and the whole package and have to go for something a bit more fiesty. if they are P3's then maybe look our for a nice little P3 1ghz CPU as those things are really good in a carPc due to low power consumption but cracking performance for the money and power.

**Chrstpholofigus** · 09-01-2006, 02:39 PM

Thanks for the friendly response all! The members can make or break a forum...so far you are all making it a pleasant experience for me.

Originally Posted by Scouse Monkey

hello!

but i warn you now...533 is more than enough for an mp3system but be prepared to get sucked in and want gull gps and the whole package and have to go for something a bit more fiesty. if they are P3's then maybe look our for a nice little P3 1ghz CPU as those things are really good in a carPc due to low power consumption but cracking performance for the money and power.

Well, if it comes to that, I just ordered a new processor (AMD64 3400) to replace my AMD64 2800. Plus, my order came with a free gigabyte MB, so i think i have some expanding options LOL. I'll start with the little e-machines first though LOL.

**Scouse Monkey** · 09-01-2006, 02:42 PM

ahh sweet. AMD 64 it is then

make sure you get a decent psu for WHEN you decide to upgrade

**xgc** · 09-01-2006, 03:27 PM

Hi Chrst, and welcome to the forums

**TruckinMP3** · 09-01-2006, 03:45 PM

Originally Posted by Chrstpholofigus

Hello everyone. I just joined this forum due to interest in having a carputer. I have a 2002 Kia Sportage for the rig i want to mod. Also, i have some spare computers lying around. I have 2 e-machines (533MHz and 466MHz) with the stock parts and upgraded ram (2x 128mb sticks). I know that these are old compys, but i figured that they would have more than enough processor power to run an MP3 system. Anywho...i'll start browsing the forum for the answers i am looking for, and if i can't find the info, i'll post here and ask.

Welcome.... read a lot and ask good questions.