Opinions of new 3D model of Cubby Tablet Mount for 370z?

theDreamer · 01-08-2015, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 2011 Nismo#91

How would you get around not having access to the buttons on the side of your typical tablet (power & volume)?

I know with some tablets you can get soft buttons on screen to control those items.
Also, I believe someone found some Android software that helps for in car type setups. Power on/off, better screen controls, etc.

SouthArk370Z · 01-08-2015, 05:01 PM

I think I remember reading where you set the pad up to come on when (USB?) power is applied and shut off when power is killed. But my memory ain't what it used to be.

jjcl23 · 02-06-2015, 02:51 PM

I owned a 3d printer I will help u out with the Samsung Galaxy tablet. is possible can u make one for the ipad mini?

02-06-2015, 03:40 PM

I would lOVE to mount my tab 4 samsung

zmanelite · 02-07-2015, 07:01 PM

I use a nexus 7 in mine
And I have it set to turn on when the ACC or car is turned on , I also had a pin hole on top so I can use a small paper clip or saftey pin to push the actual power button on/off tablet

370Z JT · 02-08-2015, 11:41 AM

^nice man. What shop did it? In oc? How much?

02-08-2015, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by zmanelite

I use a nexus 7 in mine
And I have it set to turn on when the ACC or car is turned on , I also had a pin hole on top so I can use a small paper clip or saftey pin to push the actual power button on/off tablet

Who did your install im local to you and how much did it run you ??

zmanelite · 02-08-2015, 12:44 PM

AP Audio in Anaheim ,my buddy owns the shop and the installers are also buddies

Tell them Rudy sent ya

AP Sounds & Customs - Anaheim, CA | Yelp

370Z JT · 02-08-2015, 03:57 PM

Nice thx. Is that cf vinyl or real?

rochambeaux · 02-08-2015, 04:23 PM

If anyone can figure out how to do this for a Z with a factory Nav unit I'd be an instant buyer..

zmanelite · 02-08-2015, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by 370Z JT

Nice thx. Is that cf vinyl or real?

It was ABS and fiberglass underneath and covered in Carbon

ltullos · 02-08-2015, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by SDREC

Hi everyone,

If you or anyone else has tried making a cubby mount before please post your experience with some do's and dont's to help me along. I would really appreciate it. I will be modeling it in SolidWorks, so if you want the files as I go just let me know and I can send them.

Scott

I created (and am selling) a 3D printed mounting bezel, contracting a Solidworks 3D modeling and printing start-up. This started with a laser scan of the stock cubby which was used this to create the starting model which was modified from there. The biggest problem I encountered was resolving various clearance & interference issues so that the final product would bolt directly in, replacing the stock cubby. Since the model does not include all of the surrounding pieces, I had to solve this iteratively.

The other challenge I found was in sanding and finishing the printed bezel. As all printed surfaces are textured, you will likely have to either cover it with some material or sand and finish it. You are likely to find the latter more tricky than you think, particularly if you are trying to achieve an automotive grade smooth finish. Don't expect to be able to do this with rattle can spray paints; and like any painting it is essential to get the surface prep flawless.

Good luck in your quest!

Nut_N_Much · 02-08-2015, 05:13 PM

Want one! Will you sell?

Great job coming up with solutions that appear stock.

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Originally Posted by ltullos

I created (and am selling) a 3D printed mounting bezel, contracting a Solidworks 3D modeling and printing start-up. This started with a laser scan of the stock cubby which was used this to create the starting model which was modified from there. The biggest problem I encountered was resolving various clearance & interference issues so that the final product would bolt directly in, replacing the stock cubby. Since the model does not include all of the surrounding pieces, I had to solve this iteratively.

The other challenge I found was in sanding and finishing the printed bezel. As all printed surfaces are textured, you will likely have to either cover it with some material or sand and finish it. You are likely to find the latter more tricky than you think, particularly if you are trying to achieve an automotive grade smooth finish. Don't expect to be able to do this with rattle can spray paints; and like any painting it is essential to get the surface prep flawless.

Good luck in your quest!

02-08-2015, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by zmanelite

I use a nexus 7 in mine
And I have it set to turn on when the ACC or car is turned on , I also had a pin hole on top so I can use a small paper clip or saftey pin to push the actual power button on/off tablet

Are you able to take out the tablet ?

zmanelite · 02-08-2015, 07:01 PM

Nope it in for good , you can remove it but you have to take it apart from the back

It's not bad as the nexus 7 is inexpensive and can be found for 150.00

http://www.amazon.com/ASUS-Google-Ne.../dp/B00DB3SH2G

I use my phone as a hot spot so I run Waze traffic app when I drive and also run Google music

01-08-2015, 05:01 PM	#17 (permalink)
SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324198	I think I remember reading where you set the pad up to come on when (USB?) power is applied and shut off when power is killed. But my memory ain't what it used to be. __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

02-06-2015, 02:51 PM	#18 (permalink)
jjcl23 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: oxnard california Posts: 2 Drives: 370z nismo 2014 Rep Power: 11	I owned a 3d printer I will help u out with the Samsung Galaxy tablet. is possible can u make one for the ipad mini? cdoxp800 likes this.

02-07-2015, 07:01 PM	#20 (permalink)
zmanelite Track Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Anaheim Posts: 753 Drives: 370 Z Nismo Rep Power: 37	I use a nexus 7 in mine And I have it set to turn on when the ACC or car is turned on , I also had a pin hole on top so I can use a small paper clip or saftey pin to push the actual power button on/off tablet David Parra likes this. __________________ Instagram @zmanscm

02-08-2015, 11:41 AM	#21 (permalink)
370Z JT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: United States Posts: 2,905 Drives: 370Z PW 7AT Rep Power: 378	^nice man. What shop did it? In oc? How much? __________________ Click for My Journal Top Secret \| EVO-R \| Fujimura Auto \| Shine Auto \| Seibon \| MRWorks \| Swift \| SPC \| SSR \| UpRev \| Project Kics \| NST \| Titek \| Eibach \| Nismo \| Whiteline \| Quaife \| Invidia \| Fly1 \| CF Element \| Carbon Signal

02-08-2015, 12:44 PM	#23 (permalink)
zmanelite Track Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Anaheim Posts: 753 Drives: 370 Z Nismo Rep Power: 37	AP Audio in Anaheim ,my buddy owns the shop and the installers are also buddies Tell them Rudy sent ya AP Sounds & Customs - Anaheim, CA \| Yelp __________________ Instagram @zmanscm

02-06-2015, 03:40 PM	#19 (permalink)
David Parra Guest Posts: n/a	I would lOVE to mount my tab 4 samsung

02-08-2015, 03:57 PM	#24 (permalink)
370Z JT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: United States Posts: 2,905 Drives: 370Z PW 7AT Rep Power: 378	Nice thx. Is that cf vinyl or real? __________________ Click for My Journal Top Secret \| EVO-R \| Fujimura Auto \| Shine Auto \| Seibon \| MRWorks \| Swift \| SPC \| SSR \| UpRev \| Project Kics \| NST \| Titek \| Eibach \| Nismo \| Whiteline \| Quaife \| Invidia \| Fly1 \| CF Element \| Carbon Signal

02-08-2015, 04:23 PM	#25 (permalink)
rochambeaux Base Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 10 Drives: 15 370Z Rep Power: 11	If anyone can figure out how to do this for a Z with a factory Nav unit I'd be an instant buyer..

02-08-2015, 07:01 PM	#30 (permalink)
zmanelite Track Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Anaheim Posts: 753 Drives: 370 Z Nismo Rep Power: 37	Nope it in for good , you can remove it but you have to take it apart from the back It's not bad as the nexus 7 is inexpensive and can be found for 150.00 http://www.amazon.com/ASUS-Google-Ne.../dp/B00DB3SH2G I use my phone as a hot spot so I run Waze traffic app when I drive and also run Google music __________________ Instagram @zmanscm

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