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Any NEW ideas for the Dummy Switches in the Sport Package?

I'm still looking for something to replace the awful dummy switches in my 2013 370 w/sport pkg. I'm thinking a USB port for one but still not sure about the

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Old 02-14-2013, 01:57 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Any NEW ideas for the Dummy Switches in the Sport Package?

I'm still looking for something to replace the awful dummy switches in my 2013 370 w/sport pkg. I'm thinking a USB port for one but still not sure about the others.... Also, Has anyone seen a console replacement with 2 cup holders?
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on my Z, im using some oem style rockers a member here found. check the interior section.

one for interior lamp, one for dvd bypass, one for rear fog.

not sure if you want to put a usb port facing up. one spill or drop of water and your fuse will blow.
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i think the guy's name was ML. i cant remember, it's been a while since i installed those....
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I had a hell of a time finding a USB port that I can properly wire to handle 12V and at least 2.3 amps I pretty much have given up at this point

But yes, I would putting them face up. Who allows food and beverage in their Z anyway? A fuse is cheap to replace
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on my Z, im using some oem style rockers a member here found. check the interior section.

one for interior lamp, one for dvd bypass, one for rear fog.

not sure if you want to put a usb port facing up. one spill or drop of water and your fuse will blow.
Subd, I'd love to replace the center one in my car at some point. How do these rockets look? Post some pics.


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I had a hell of a time finding a USB port that I can properly wire to handle 12V and at least 2.3 amps I pretty much have given up at this point

But yes, I would putting them face up. Who allows food and beverage in their Z anyway? A fuse is cheap to replace
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try searching the interior forum. i think the guy's name was ML. i dont have picts.
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Really do wish there was a USB port on this car, one that I wouldn't had to have paid $6k extra to get.

Guess I'm going to have to wait until I can get a 2DIN HU compatible with the iPhone 5.

There's this option for the dummy slots, which I'll be doing soon I think. Getting annoyed with my radar detector cord blocking my clock...
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here we go, this is the one i use in my car as far as usb charging doc. it's super low profile.

Amazon.com: Griffin Powerjolt Dual Universal USB Micro Colors May Vary: MP3 Players & Accessories
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i use something like this to power my gopro and others via the center console power socket in the arm rest.

Amazon.com: SCOSCHE usbc202m VOLT c2 - Dual 10 Watt (2.1A) USB Car Charger - Car Charger - Retail Packaging - Black: Cell Phones & Accessories
Good solution and I see there are some 3A ones on the market as well
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M.J. was his name. found the thread via google.

here you go op:

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Good solution and I see there are some 3A ones on the market as well
yah, in china they just change the stamp font from "2" to "3" and it's suddenly 3A.
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here we go, this is the one i use in my car as far as usb charging doc. it's super low profile.

Amazon.com: Griffin Powerjolt Dual Universal USB Micro Colors May Vary: MP3 Players & Accessories

Just an FYI.... I got one of these from BBY. Works for all small electronics (Phone, MP3 etc)... does NOT work for an iPad...
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Just an FYI.... I got one of these from BBY. Works for all small electronics (Phone, MP3 etc)... does NOT work for an iPad...
Does the "working" list include an iPhone?
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