Nissan 370Z Forum - Nexus 7 install

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This is my attempt at a build journal to integrate a Nexus 7 into the cubby in the dash. I have seen a number of people do this (including some on this forum so thanks in advance for any ideas I steal!) But none of them fit what I have in mind.

WARNING: I cannot promise that this thread will be any good, informative or how long this will take, but hey why not give it a try!

Here are my goals:
-keep factory Bose radio and steering wheel controls

-no permanent modification of the cubby (except removing the hinged door, I plan on making the reattach with magnets to keep the stock look)

-make the N7 removable (custom made fiberglass docking station w/ pogo pin connection)

-Utilize the “Pogo pin” connection for power and audio via the 3.5mm audio jack (I have * * * * * * not seen this done before so I have no idea if it will work… but I am going to give it a try! It looks like in theory it should be the simplest way to allow both charging and audio)

-I am still deciding on what software/ functionalities I want / need I want to be able to mainly use the N7 for: *Torque, GPS, Pandora/ music (I still need to find a tethering solution for my AT&T Galaxy S4)
-I do plan on installing Tasker, and more than likely will Root the N7 to gain the extra functionality (I have no idea what that will bet yet… LOL)

I plan on starting the construction soon, I almost have all of the parts.

Any feedback is welcome!

If you're not familiar with Timur's kernel & custom USB ROM, read this. I can't recommend it enough as it enables several capabilities that make a tablet work much better in car installation, particularly simultaneous charging and USB host mode. I should point out that it only compatible with Nexus 7 2012 model.

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Originally Posted by ltullos (Post 2785214)

Thanks I will check it t out!

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Originally Posted by futurez (Post 2785072)

I'll try to snag some pictures of mine... I actually fiberglassed the cubby but i kept the stock radio and i LOVE it. I'm running CM11 right now tho with some apps and tasker it is great

Also, if you root your galaxy S4 it has wifi tethering built in

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Originally Posted by kholy (Post 2786243)

Also, if you root your galaxy S4 it has wifi tethering built in

I rooted my S4 last week, the tethering works great!

I got the dash pulled apart and created a rough cardboard template tonight. Hopefully tomorrow I will be able to make a fiberglass mold of the N7 and the back plate.

N7 in dock
http://i471.photobucket.com/albums/r...416_202545.jpg

Dock and POGO pins
http://i471.photobucket.com/albums/r...416_202421.jpg

Dash with cubby removed:
http://i471.photobucket.com/albums/r...419_203518.jpg[/URL]

Took the door off of the hinged so I can reattach w/ magnets to keep the stock look
http://i471.photobucket.com/albums/r...419_212617.jpg[/URL]

Created a cardboard template of the inside opening
http://i471.photobucket.com/albums/r...419_210154.jpg[/URL]

Going to mount the N7 at a slight angle to help with glare and so I can remove the tablet
http://i471.photobucket.com/albums/r...p/N7indash.jpg[/URL]

good start so far man! can't wait to see it finished

Here are two of mine i could find on my phone... forgot to take some and i have the Bike today at work ;)

Thanks man, yours looks good!

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Originally Posted by kholy (Post 2789091)

Here are two of mine i could find on my phone... forgot to take some and i have the Bike today at work ;)

Sides mocked up
http://i471.photobucket.com/albums/r...423_184822.jpg

Temporarily epoxyed in place to test fit
http://i471.photobucket.com/albums/r...424_184249.jpg

It's getting close! next step is Bondo, sand and paint! I unfortunately will not be able to use the factory door because the dock protrudes to far...

Well i got the bond and sanding all done...
http://i471.photobucket.com/albums/r...425_200346.jpg

AND... this happens... :-(
http://i471.photobucket.com/albums/r...426_093433.jpg

So the project is on the back burner for a while until I can get the wires soldered back on.
On the plus side I ordered some Swift springs today!!

Any updates on this?