Another 2005 Mustang

**Sonic V8** · 08-28-2006, 10:35 AM

Originally Posted by blk02si

Looks awesome Sonic! Looks like you went with the super touchscreen also from your pics. Im glad my build has inspired your's and I appricate the props in the beginning of your thread. This is really cool watching your build as its very similar, but I already see things you did a little bit different that are better. For instance the use of 2 dowels instead of 3 for mounting the TS controller board. What MoBo are you going to run?? Im really looking foward to seeing this built up. Any questions or problems hit me up. Hope your enjoying the mustang! It only gets better with the PC
-JOE

Thanks and no problem, Joe.. My MB should be coming today. It's Pentium M with 1.4 GHz, 1G RAM, 5.1 surround, and 3D vid. For testing purposes, I'm using a 2.5" HD. But this MB has a 40 SSD port which allow me to install my OS on a 3 GIG DOM (Disk on Module) when they release it. All my other applications and files will go on a separate HD.

Actually, the use of 2 dowels was my error. I wasn't paying attention to your build and didn't notice until I was done putting it together. But then I realized it probably is better to use 2 because the amount of room which maybe needed to reach parts of the MB. The other thing that will be different is I'll probably install the OPUS PS on the top cover as it's a bit bigger than the M2 PS. I want to be sure the PS is securely installed so I don't short the electrical. With the amount of room in the center console, I'm sure I can find a spot for the HD.

**blk02si** · 08-28-2006, 11:42 AM

From the looks of things you should have that up and running soon! Great fab work. I mounted my m2 on top of the cover plate also. Nice choice on the motherboard! I wish I would have went with something with a bit more power but I still have love for the via, has not failed me yet. Are you going to implement a true 5.1 surround? Like a six channel amp? That would be amazing. Ive got 2 amps in my setup but its a standard 4 speaker, 1 sub setup. Make sure to take pics of the DOM unit, Ive been reading about these and it seems to be a great way to have a 'flashed' OS install. Keep up the great work.

**Sonic V8** · 08-29-2006, 05:55 PM

Couple of more test phase pics:

I know it looks like total chaos with all the wires. That's because it is

I'm still waiting for a couple of more hardware components. As of now, everything is being test benched. I will then configure the software to work the way I need it to. Then my last battle will be configuring the OPUS PSU to work with the ignition.

This is one hell of project..

BTW, sorry about the LCD screen blur..

**blk02si** · 08-29-2006, 07:48 PM

I remember when my table looked like that! Spaghetti! Its all part of the fun. Also in regards to the power supply im not sure how OPUS works but I can tell you the M2ATX shutdown/startup is easy to configure. It takes about 10 seconds to configure, seriously. Project is looking very complete, you really got it together fast! Any ideas on what software you going to run?

**pepsibobby** · 08-29-2006, 08:38 PM

i wonder if that bezel will work with a saturn, its a GM with a double din, but Circuit City's site says it wont.

**blk02si** · 08-29-2006, 08:46 PM

Buy the double din bezel for your specific car and my chassis kit should bolt up fine. Just make sure the mount tabs have 7" between them.

**Sonic V8** · 08-30-2006, 12:24 PM

Originally Posted by blk02si

I remember when my table looked like that! Spaghetti! Its all part of the fun. Also in regards to the power supply im not sure how OPUS works but I can tell you the M2ATX shutdown/startup is easy to configure. It takes about 10 seconds to configure, seriously. Project is looking very complete, you really got it together fast! Any ideas on what software you going to run?

Every once in awhile I look at the PC and wonder what the hell I started.. But it is fun and challenging. I'm going to use RR with XP Pro OS.. I want to be able to transfer MP3's from my home PC to the car over the air. Any advice regarding Bluetooth or some other wireless device?

Also, the MB came with 4 USB 2.0 ports (2 on I/O and 2 on-board). Can I use a USB hub to expand my device options?

**FC3S** · 08-30-2006, 06:59 PM

Originally Posted by Sonic V8

Every once in awhile I look at the PC and wonder what the hell I started.. But it is fun and challenging. I'm going to use RR with XP Pro OS.. I want to be able to transfer MP3's from my home PC to the car over the air. Any advice regarding Bluetooth or some other wireless device?

Also, the MB came with 4 USB 2.0 ports (2 on I/O and 2 on-board). Can I use a USB hub to expand my device options?

bluetooth for files? no, use wifi, its a lot easier

and yes, you can use a hub

**blk02si** · 08-30-2006, 07:33 PM

Yep USB hubs work great. I picked a 4 port hub up that has an optional 5v input if im running high draw USB devices. But a touchscreen, a GPS mouse, radio adaptor, keyboard, etc will be fine on a hub. I would also use WiFi for file transfer, it very fast and reliable. Just wait untill you start giving people rides and they stare at your dash like a kid in a candy store. Let the 5.1 output surge through your audio amps and you will then remember why you started

If your good at audio tuning you can make a PC sound way better than a headunit. Take a ride in my stang if you dont believe

**Sonic V8** · 08-30-2006, 10:34 PM

Originally Posted by blk02si

Yep USB hubs work great. I picked a 4 port hub up that has an optional 5v input if im running high draw USB devices. But a touchscreen, a GPS mouse, radio adaptor, keyboard, etc will be fine on a hub. I would also use WiFi for file transfer, it very fast and reliable. Just wait untill you start giving people rides and they stare at your dash like a kid in a candy store. Let the 5.1 output surge through your audio amps and you will then remember why you started

If your good at audio tuning you can make a PC sound way better than a headunit. Take a ride in my stang if you dont believe

Thanks for all great advice everyone!! WiFi it is... Wish you didn't live so far. I would def. checkout your Stang.