My view...............

[NEexpat]

Friend commented recently on how much he liked how I have setup my"stuff" in my car. Thought I would share it.

This is my view as I drive, GPS (Hardwired) and UltraGuage in glove box behind steering wheel. Wires come out the front of the glove box and chase down the steering column, lid closes, np.

Radar Detector mounted on and below rear view mirror (Hardwired). I tucked the RD wire into the headliner only I didn't remove the A pillar air bag cover, the more I read about those clips holding the cover in place the less interested I was in messing with them.

There is a "rubber" trim piece that is between the air bag cover and rest of the A pillar that runs all the way down the inside of the forward door jamb. Pulled that out a little bit at a time and chased the RD wire all the way down to the fuse box.

GPS and RD are both on Add-A-Fuses 2 or 3 amps ea.

*Hat tip to shaggyone at planet-9.com for the radar detector mount idea.

http://www.planet-9.com/cayman-boxster-electronics/37014-el-cheapo-rearview-mirror-mount-passport-9500ix.html

cheers

BTW- My view is much clearer than this pic appears to be..................

[ChitownY@Ris]

Similar gps setup. Liking it for sure. No radar detector though.

[NEexpat]

NICE!

And of course, you have the 5 speed (grinding my teeth )

[ChitownY@Ris]

Auto

[NEexpat]

No kidding, I thought domestic yari that came with a Tach were 5 speeds, maybe that was the LB's

ok, not grinding

[caineroad]

i dont like the idea with the cover up though, neat.

[TickleTimeTim]

that is a good radar mount idea. i always had that crappy flimsy holder and rested it on top of the mirror. thanks for posting.

[DevilGirl]

No kidding, I thought domestic yari that came with a Tach were 5 speeds, maybe that was the LB's

ok, not grinding

I have a LB manual. My gauge is the same as the OP's. The tachs came on the autos, not the manuals. Go figure... :iono:

[tooter]

I have a LB manual. My gauge is the same as the OP's. The tachs came on the autos, not the manuals. Go figure... :iono:

My manual transmission base model has a tach, but its 3rd gen. Maybe the 2nd gen base models didn't.

[ChitownY@Ris]

I gather when imported from Japan, the yaris center cluster was left as is, & they simply just swapped sides for the steering wheel.

[BEEF]

My 2008 has no tach (stich shift). I added one though.

[DevilGirl]

My manual transmission base model has a tach, but its 3rd gen. Maybe the 2nd gen base models didn't.

Possibly. But mine isn't a base model.

[goliath1812]

I think it's a sedan vs LB thing, not a manual vs auto. Sedan's have tachs.

[enviri]

2010+ have tachs, here's my car setup. only a scangauge mounted just behind wheel. I use the radio screen for the gps when mounted with my iphone.

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f332/xienji/b5e7cee6.jpg

[ChitownY@Ris]

Me likes that engine start button^^
Does that work with just a fob in the pocket, a la Prius?

[david_827]

Me likes that engine start button^^
Does that work with just a fob in the pocket, a la Prius?

+1 that looks really good,

[enviri]

^yes u can the option of using a smart key deal. I purchased the whole smart key kit, but gave to ctscott, as it's very complex to do

[matthewai]

view

[DebbyM46227]

I have a LB manual. My gauge is the same as the OP's. The tachs came on the autos, not the manuals. Go figure... :iono:

I have a base 2010 manual LB. I have a tach.

[Lux]

Oxymoron of the day: Yaris with radar detector.

[Em_]

that carper and tape mix is getto dude

i have a 2007 lb base with tach and a/c :)

[matthewai]

Oxymoron of the day: Yaris with radar detector.
yeah it just looks cool dont worry bout it buddy
that carper and tape mix is getto dude

i have a 2007 lb base with tach and a/c :)

what is carper and what is tape mix? and why is it ghetto whatever it is you were refering to?

[Chuck G]

yeah it just looks cool dont worry bout it buddy


what is carper and what is tape mix? and why is it ghetto whatever it is you were refering to?
C'mon man! all the cool kids know what carper is!! :cool:

[matthewai]

C'mon man! all the cool kids know what carper is!! :cool:

yeah im such a loser i forgot

[Chuck G]

yeah im such a loser i forgot

:biggrin:

[Em_]

My mistake i ment Carpet and you have electrical tape on your steering wheel

It just looks bad, my opinion

[matthewai]

i dont know what your definition of ghetto is but okay...great job

its actually handle bar tape and its way more comfortable than the stock one or any other one that costs hundreds of dollars

and the dash mat protects the dash board....

[Chuck G]

My mistake i ment Carpet and you have electrical tape on your steering wheel

It just looks bad, my opinion
I'm diggin' it!! :thumbsup:

[ilikerice]

that carper and tape mix is getto dude

i have a 2007 lb base with tach and a/c :)

I had no idea he was modifying his yaris for you. Id get my money back if i were you since you dont like it.

Matthewia, come on. You shouldnt make cars like you want it. Only for other people. What were u thinking?

[matthewai]

I had no idea he was modifying his yaris for you. Id get my money back if i were you since you dont like it.

Matthewia, come on. You shouldnt make cars like you want it. Only for other people. What were u thinking?

i know right im so ghetto i just dont know how to shake the streets. haha

[DebbyM46227]

Similar gps setup. Liking it for sure. No radar detector though.

I realize this is an old thread, but I got my first-ever GPS today and I'm wondering how that is attached.....two-sided sticky tape? :biggrin:

[nookandcrannycar]

I realize this is an old thread, but I got my first-ever GPS today and I'm wondering how that is attached.....two-sided sticky tape? :biggrin:

Congrats re your purchase. I don't know what the OP and others use, but I swear by what are now called Scotch All Weather Fastners (they used to be called 3M Dual Lock Fastners -- same product). package of 4 1"x3" Clear strips (2 sets). I used to get them at Radio Shack, but I don't see them at RadioShack.com. Target has them. Not available online, but in the stores. Their site shows that stores near me have them in stock, so it seems to be a popular item. The 'application example' on the front of the new packaging (the lone example) is an aftermarket GPS monitor mounted on a car dash. They don't lose their adhesive in SE Texas heat. I've been using them for over 10 years and I can't remember any of the strips ever failing.

[caineroad]

whats on the blue screen next to the gps in the first post?

[BEEF]

whats on the blue screen next to the gps in the first post?

You mean the ultragauge???

http://ultra-gauge.com/ultragauge/index.htm

[DebbyM46227]

Thanks NoonandCranny - I got some at Target today.

[nookandcrannycar]

Thanks NoonandCranny - I got some at Target today.

:thumbsup: You're Welcome.

[NEexpat]

^Debby, Nook is correct for my mount, inspired by PYM's setup, I am using the Scotch All Weather Fasteners, they lock without any play like you would find with regular hook and loop/Velcro.

Caine, Beef is correct it is and Ultra-gauge. I like it very much.

The radar mount is black, I painted the aluminum arm I fabricated for it flat black. With the DS glove box closed anyone walking by would not notice the the RD, nothing stuck on any of the glass, and never see the GPS and UG.

I think my next project will be to install Fiamm EL Grande twin horns. It is my understanding they draw less than 10 amps, so it should be pretty straight forward.

Cheers