Complete bolt in Screen/CPU/HD/PS - indash - Page 44

HiJackZX1 · 07-24-2008, 09:23 AM

I dont want to steer the thread into a diffrent way, but Im curious as to how i can find a company that does the stuff you do (making custom brackets for the PC). After changing my setup so many times I have finally decided to put the PC in between my seats in the second row and build a center console. The middle row has this metal frame so I have to incorporate it into my build. I dont know how to use autoCAD, even though I do have it on my WorkStation.

From what I have been reading, if i do learn autoCAD, all I do is make a 3D PC version of the object and then I put that into the cutting machine and it makes it for me? Is this currect?

blk02si · 07-24-2008, 10:19 AM

@HiJack

I own a company that does the stuff I do

I've got some connections near miami that do stainless steel fab work also.

Its slightly more complicated than just design, hit print, and you have a part. Designs need to be compiled into CNC tool path code, either by human or my computer so the machine knows what to do. The first step is learning how to design in 3d IMHO.

The picture above is not of a part I made, it's a scale drawing of the Metra Trim kit 95-6511 for Chrysler cars. I want to have the entire model in autoCAD since the car is not actually on location and I'm using the OEM radio and OEM dash trim to design it. The purpose of measuring and modeling this part in autoCAD is more for assembly reasons.

HiJackZX1 · 07-24-2008, 12:55 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by blk02si

@HiJack

I own a company that does the stuff I do

I've got some connections near miami that do stainless steel fab work also.

Its slightly more complicated than just design, hit print, and you have a part. Designs need to be compiled into CNC tool path code, either by human or my computer so the machine knows what to do. The first step is learning how to design in 3d IMHO.

The picture above is not of a part I made, it's a scale drawing of the Metra Trim kit 95-6511 for Chrysler cars. I want to have the entire model in autoCAD since the car is not actually on location and I'm using the OEM radio and OEM dash trim to design it. The purpose of measuring and modeling this part in autoCAD is more for assembly reasons.

OK, now I understand......

Here are some pictures of the area. It shouldnt be too hard to make something because a frame is kinda there. Id rather incorporate the frame into my design, since its part of the frame for stability. I think it will work, but since you do this for a living, what do you think?

gla502 · 07-30-2008, 08:49 AM

Wow it's been so long since I've posted. Joe you have been very busy and staying ahead of the game man! How is that 8GB drive working out for you? I will have to read previous post to see how much it cost and if it's what you expected.

The most recent upgrade I've made to the system was a new Logitech Dinovo Mini input device.

http://images.google.com/imgres?imgu...US262%26sa%3DN

Look forward to talking to some of the folks working on builds now and getting some new ideas for this ongoing hobby.

- GA

mikeman711 · 07-31-2008, 12:22 AM

hello i just bought a 1983 mercedies benz 380 sel i was woundering if you could build me one,but i also was woundering if you could sell me all the stuff needed to run properly with it, so basicly i am asking can i buy a complete setup, thanks mike.

Minoritydan · 07-31-2008, 09:19 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by mikeman711

hello i just bought a 1983 mercedies benz 380 sel i was woundering if you could build me one,but i also was woundering if you could sell me all the stuff needed to run properly with it, so basicly i am asking can i buy a complete setup, thanks mike.

Err - I think you'll have to get in line on that one. I think Joe mentioned the notion of building production systems, but I'm not sure if there is a final price for everything yet, or if its even definitely going to happen.

Anyway, Joe, If you have any updates, let us know. I'm in the process of replacing all my speakers, installing an amp etc in my car. Soon I'm going to pick out a motherboard and the other components for my PC. I'm still trying to narrow down my Motherboard selection.

// awaiting any more info!

blk02si · 07-31-2008, 09:06 PM

@mikeman, I responded to your email.

Right now the pricing is on a 'per project' basis since everyone wants something a little bit different.

Currently I am building the jeep JK bolt in. I will have more info on it shortly, I ordered a bunch of hardware from mp3car store and am awaiting it's arrival.

Oh yeah, building the production clone of my system also, still picking out parts though

This is my new favorite monitor BTW:

http://store.mp3car.com/ProductDetai...ctCode=MON-055

blk02si · 08-01-2008, 02:01 PM

Well just got the mustang back, I gave it to the dealer for a few days to look everything over, change all fluids, balance and rotate tires, etc. She is running hella good!

I usually always do my own maintenance, but giving them the car was just as much a marketing move, as it was having them do the work on it. Since I have my web address in graphics on the window, they were free to see its origins. I've just rolled 30k miles so I though I would see, while getting the tuneup, if any of the techs could use, start, or break my system. Well no one was able to break it!

I did have quite a few questions about it, how to use it mostly. In any event hopefully someone at ford took notice of what a real system can do, as I've been itching to land a ford account.

blbrchnk · 08-01-2008, 02:11 PM

What are you wanting to market to them? The hardware? The software?

blk02si · 08-02-2008, 05:23 PM

Little from column A, little form column B

Seriously though, Ford and Microsoft are already sleeping together. Look at the SYNC project for example. IMHO, It will only be a matter of time until they move to a full PC.

I am surprised I didn't fry my CPU doing this but here is a screencap of my autoCAD session in my chrysler JK build.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doOGdgyuB8U

csurfer · 08-04-2008, 09:01 AM

Hi Joe,

It's been a while since I've posted but I thought I'd let you know I'm finally ready for the install into the Town Car. Did your buddy go ahead with his Lincoln project?

My System

Thanks again for the motivation to build this project.

blk02si · 08-04-2008, 11:39 AM

Just checked out your thread, man that is looking nice and OEM!

Glad to see you around again, my buddy with the towncar ended up getting a laptop mount like cop cars have. So yes, he did do a car PC, but its not integrated at all, he uses GPS and some accounting software since the Towncar is used for his transportation business.

Minoritydan · 08-05-2008, 11:31 PM

Wow, that Pico ITX is crazy small!! Congrats on taking the plunge and going with that board.

Still checking out the options of mini ITX's at Logic Supply, then have tons. Not sure which I'll go with, probably some variant of the C7's.

Minoritydan · 08-06-2008, 10:02 PM

Has anyone taken a look at flash SATA modules? I was checking out some accessories and debating about trying the OS on a CF card when I saw these. I'm pretty naive I guess, not sure if you can put an OS on them but I don't see why not. Anyway I just thought I'd post a link since this thread is full of trailblazers.

http://www.logicsupply.com/categorie..._flash_modules

By the way Joe, I will be buying a case from you sometime. Just gotta pull out the radio and measure the dimensions first.

blbrchnk · 08-07-2008, 06:37 AM

yeah I looked at them until I saw that I would have to pay $228 for the equivalent size of my CF card at 8GB that cost me $40. I don't know what the data transfer rate of those are, but I doubt it is anywhere near the 1.5 Gb/sec limit of SATA. I know the CF cards are limited by the flash technology themselves, not really the interface. My card can do simultaneous read/write at 40MB/s which should be good enough for me.