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05-24-2011, 07:03 PM | #1 |
Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan, 4-spd auto Join Date: May 2011
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12v port modification for extra ports, USB's, etc.
I'm not sure where to put this thread, so here it is in the main forum.
I would like help on replacing and repositioning the 12v car charger port to the passenger side central cubby hole thing that hugs the side of the radio/a/c area. I was thinking of either: 1) running a wire from the original 12v placement, under the center console, and drill a hole in the cubby hole to accommodate the wire snaked through or 2) re-solder the connection from the 12v original to the new unit, pictured below. I need at least two 12v car charging ports and two USB ports and I want to do a quality install that looks stock or thereabouts. Thanks for your help. Austin |
05-30-2011, 07:07 AM | #2 |
Drives: 2007 Blue Yaris Hatch Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Placerville
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Slow and careful and slow, make sure the lines and shape mesh with where you want to install it. The above bestek item has a chrome cover, for example, and there is no chrome inside a stock yari. But if you hide it far enough out of the way, it won't matter. But it looks better than my three outlet adapter.
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05-30-2011, 10:39 AM | #3 |
Drives: Yaris HB Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: West Buttcrack, MN
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I really don't need any USB ports but I'm sure in need of a few 12v outlets. Constantly switching between my smartphone and my GPS gets annoying. So I found this one on Amazon the other day. I'm going to hardwire it and position it under the passenger seat.
My HAM radio still needs to be installed but that will be wired direct also. My big hold-up is installing the antenna. |
05-30-2011, 10:56 AM | #4 |
Drives: it is kinda stock Join Date: Oct 2010
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op that would be a pretty awesome and convenient mod but i still have no idea what that diagram is hahaha
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05-30-2011, 11:20 AM | #5 | |
Drives: yaris 08 sedan Join Date: Oct 2008
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If plugged into a lighter socket i'm wondering if 4 things plugged in would cause a problem with blown fuses.. |
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05-30-2011, 11:55 AM | #6 | |
Drives: Yaris HB Join Date: Sep 2010
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05-30-2011, 09:56 PM | #7 | |
Drives: 2009 Meteorite Metallic LB MT Join Date: Oct 2008
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Got home to find out that the middle position was probably intended for the cigarette lighter element that normally goes in. However, it is just a place to hold, as no power seems to be in the middle. Oh well, it was cheap. I haven't mounted it yet. What type of antenna mount are you thinking about? |
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05-30-2011, 10:28 PM | #8 | |
Drives: 2009 Meteorite Metallic LB MT Join Date: Oct 2008
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(click on the underlined words for the link) Power Outlet Mod This one shows how to put an outlet in the passenger cubby hole. It might give you ideas on other areas to add power. USB Power Mod Outlet in Armrest Another cubby hole, but higher up Rear passenger power outlet mod Compilation of DIY Mods This link is good for other info on how to dismantle the bezels and plastic around the radio, etc. When you get around to doing yours, we all would love to see some pics of what you came up with. |
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05-31-2011, 12:16 AM | #9 |
Drives: Yaris HB Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: West Buttcrack, MN
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I have a short little Comet 2m/70cm with an NMO mount waiting to be mounted on the roof. Been a little slow to start on the project since pulling the headliner has me a little worried.
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06-01-2011, 09:01 PM | #10 | |
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Since we got a little off-topic, do you mind if I contact you via PM with some questions? Revsson |
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06-01-2011, 09:12 PM | #11 |
Drives: Yaris HB Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: West Buttcrack, MN
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sure....
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06-06-2011, 07:50 PM | #12 |
Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan, 4-spd auto Join Date: May 2011
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thanks guys for the imput. for the moment i am getting away with a 2 USB / 1 cig lighter adapter but it is cluttered and in the way. i'll mess with it when i have more time. i'm happy to have all me gizmos working though it interferes with the parking brake.
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06-13-2011, 08:45 PM | #13 |
Drives: 2009 Meteorite Metallic LB MT Join Date: Oct 2008
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