The New "What did you do with your Z today" (with off topic replies) V

kenchan · 04-09-2013, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

Yeah... I'm pretty much stuck with the AVIC or one of the Chinese knock-offs touchscreens running Android 4.0. Not ready to dump $1K on the AVIC and not ready to risk the reliability of the knock-off for $300

so is running apps your goal then?

i only use my HU in my Z for stereo purposes so.

and occassionally getting a call from my wife during the weekend drive asking if i am low on diet pepsi stock or not.

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Originally Posted by Haboob

Waze is much more than nav. I don't even use it for nav. I use it to report (and see others reports) of hazards on the road, accidents, and popo sitting along side the roads. It's quite amazing.

oh is that right? that's

next time around i think im going to get me an iphone.

Haboob · 04-09-2013, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

so is running apps your goal then?

i only use my HU in my Z for stereo purposes so.

and occassionally getting a call from my wife during the weekend drive asking if i am low on diet pepsi stock or not.

oh is that right? that's

next time around i think im going to get me an iphone.

It's available for Android too.

Waze for Android.

Nismo89 · 04-09-2013, 02:35 PM

Pintsize725 · 04-09-2013, 02:55 PM

JAR, got any contacts that you know of for the wheel repair? I think I might just get fix it and then get them powdercoated.

Pintsize725 · 04-09-2013, 03:11 PM

So, wrap place is taking off the vinyl that was put on one piece. BUT parts of the finish are coming off with the adhesive. There's no clean solution for this other than to let them remove it, sand down what they can and then I can either paint or plasti-dip with pearlizer.

kenchan · 04-09-2013, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Haboob

It's available for Android too.

Waze for Android.

thanks.

the issue is i think i need to plug in the HDMI cable too with the droid which is kind of a pita. i like to keep my phone in my pocket as much as possible, and only pull out when i need nav feature.

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

So, wrap place is taking off the vinyl that was put on one piece. BUT parts of the finish are coming off with the adhesive. There's no clean solution for this other than to let them remove it, sand down what they can and then I can either paint or plasti-dip with pearlizer.

that sounds about right, ms. pint. after they sand it down, you can re-prime it and sand smooth, then apply your paint or vinyl or plasti-dip.

Pintsize725 · 04-09-2013, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

that sounds about right, ms. pint. after they sand it down, you can re-prime it and sand smooth, then apply your paint or vinyl or plasti-dip.

I'm going to try plasti-dip with pearlizer first I guess. I guess Alcheng was right.

Haboob · 04-09-2013, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

thanks.

the issue is i think i need to plug in the HDMI cable too with the droid which is kind of a pita. i like to keep my phone in my pocket as much as possible, and only pull out when i need nav feature.

Ah, makes sense then.

I always take mine out of my pocket (bugs me when driving) and set it in the cup holder, or lay it in front of the gear shift (over the hazard/SRM buttons).

kenchan · 04-09-2013, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

I'm going to try plasti-dip with pearlizer first I guess. I guess Alcheng was right.

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Originally Posted by Haboob

Ah, makes sense then.

I always take mine out of my pocket (bugs me when driving) and set it in the cup holder, or lay it in front of the gear shift (over the hazard/SRM buttons).

yep. i dont wear tight cloths so this is no issue for me.

but also remember that if you get into an accident, that phone is going to fly somewhere potentially out of reach when you most need it.

so far ive not had a case where my pants flew out the window while getting hit by someone so im safe!

Haboob · 04-09-2013, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

yep. i dont wear tight cloths so this is no issue for me.

I don't wear tight clothes (or cloths) either! Just not for everyone anyways...

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Originally Posted by kenchan

but also remember that if you get into an accident, that phone is going to fly somewhere potentially out of reach when you most need it.

That's true, I think about it each time I do it, but my iPhone is also my iPod/music and I must use an aux. cable until I get a bluetooth HU.

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Originally Posted by kenchan

so far ive not had a case where my pants flew out the window while getting hit by someone so im safe!

What if I told you I drove pantless? It makes me feel more... free...

I haven't lost my pants (yet) in an accident either. However, that would be a spectacular story: "Sir, where are your pants?" *points up to a nearby tree*

kenchan · 04-09-2013, 03:42 PM

tight cloths...

i meant tight clothes...

JARblue · 04-09-2013, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

JAR, got any contacts that you know of for the wheel repair? I think I might just get fix it and then get them powdercoated.

I can't think of the one that's recommended by guy's on the forum, but it's a nationwide mobile operation, and I know there's a guy in Austin. I looked it up a long time ago, but I have no idea what the company name is anymore.

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Originally Posted by kenchan

so is running apps your goal then?

i only use my HU in my Z for stereo purposes so.

and occassionally getting a call from my wife during the weekend drive asking if i am low on diet pepsi stock or not.

No necessarily apps, but I absolutely want GPS to display on the head unit (whether built-in or app or whatever - I'd rather not use my phone but not a deal breaker), and I absolutely want music or movie to continue playing while utilizing the GPS (multi-tasking).

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

I'm going to try plasti-dip with pearlizer first I guess. I guess Alcheng was right.

So no black? Or is the pearlizer used with black plastidip, too? I have Krylon Fusion Satin Black can ready and waiting.

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Originally Posted by kenchan

thanks.

the issue is i think i need to plug in the HDMI cable too with the droid which is kind of a pita. i like to keep my phone in my pocket as much as possible, and only pull out when i need nav feature.

Yeah, I'm not a big fan of having to plug my phone into my car - I pretty much only plug it in when it needs charging. But that being said, it's not a deal breaker if I can plug it in an get lots more features/ability out of the HU.

JARblue · 04-09-2013, 04:07 PM

Back from picking up Athena from the groomer. Before and after pics for comparison

Pintsize725 · 04-09-2013, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I can't think of the one that's recommended by guy's on the forum, but it's a nationwide mobile operation, and I know there's a guy in Austin. I looked it up a long time ago, but I have no idea what the company name is anymore.

So no black? Or is the pearlizer used with black plastidip, too? I have Krylon Fusion Satin Black can ready and waiting.

Was thinking black dip + pearlizer for the added protection it would give me. It's worth a try to see what it would look like first and easily removed if I want to just paint it. If you really want a DIY project to get your hands dirty, just let me know lol. I can get the lip piece back tomorrow and come over.

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Originally Posted by JARblue

Back from picking up Athena from the groomer. Before and after pics for comparison

Ugh, she's too cute. I want to go get her riled up.

JARblue · 04-09-2013, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

Was thinking black dip + pearlizer for the added protection it would give me. It's worth a try to see what it would look like first and easily removed if I want to just paint it. If you really want a DIY project to get your hands dirty, just let me know lol. I can get the lip piece back tomorrow and come over.

Ugh, she's too cute. I want to go get her riled up.

This week is no good. Gotta work later in the evenings so I can leave town Friday. I was just saying I have the materials already. But you're probably right: plastidip first, then paint if not acceptable.

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Pintsize725 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Austin Posts: 14,196 Drives: 2016 Mazda 6 Rep Power: 211845	JAR, got any contacts that you know of for the wheel repair? I think I might just get fix it and then get them powdercoated. __________________ Tracie

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Pintsize725 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Austin Posts: 14,196 Drives: 2016 Mazda 6 Rep Power: 211845	So, wrap place is taking off the vinyl that was put on one piece. BUT parts of the finish are coming off with the adhesive. There's no clean solution for this other than to let them remove it, sand down what they can and then I can either paint or plasti-dip with pearlizer. __________________ Tracie

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	tight cloths... i meant tight clothes... Haboob likes this.

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