It might be cool, but I'd hate to see what that thing might do to you if you are in an accident. "Death by IPad" would definitely be a lame way to go.

I am not sure which install you are referring to. The install of the OP of this thread has his iPad loosely mounted by wedging some clip holders into the cubby door. I can't speak to the safety of that type of install.

As far as my install is concerned...
My install is different. My iPad securely rests within a commercial cradle specifically designed for the iPad, which is hard mounted to a Lexan plate which is directly mounted to the chassis of the car. The cubby has been completely removed and replaced by the Lexan plate. If an impact would dislodge that connection, I would have bigger problems than an iPad flying around. ;)

Actually my set up is not loosely mounted. As I've said before, the phone clips have a locking mechanism and don't allow the ipad to move at all once locked in. Although the next set up I'm working on is gonna blow socks off. Stay tuned!

labk888 - Looking forward to your DIY man...great job guys...You convinced me to save my money on the factory Nav and go this route.

Sorry for the delay guys... I am currently swamped at work. I am hoping to post the DIY sometime tonight or tomorrow.

Glad our ideas helped save you some money. Now it's up to you to decide which method to use. The easier/painless route which doesn't require you tearing your dash apart, or the more time consuming/flush method. May take more time and require some custom dash work, but IMO looks really good!