Nexus 7 install

futurez · 04-17-2014, 08:09 PM

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!

ltullos · 04-17-2014, 09:54 PM

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.

futurez · 04-17-2014, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ltullos

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.

Thanks I will check it t out!

kholy · 04-18-2014, 01:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by futurez

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!

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

kholy · 04-18-2014, 01:27 PM

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

futurez · 04-18-2014, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kholy

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

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

futurez · 04-19-2014, 10:22 PM

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

Dock and POGO pins

Dash with cubby removed:

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Took the door off of the hinged so I can reattach w/ magnets to keep the stock look

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Created a cardboard template of the inside opening

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Going to mount the N7 at a slight angle to help with glare and so I can remove the tablet

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kholy · 04-21-2014, 09:48 AM

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

kholy · 04-21-2014, 09:54 AM

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

futurez · 04-21-2014, 06:37 PM

Thanks man, yours looks good!

Quote:

Originally Posted by kholy

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

futurez · 04-21-2014, 06:40 PM

Made some progress over the weekend...

Fiberglass backing

Pogo pin connection/dock

N7 in dock

futurez · 04-24-2014, 06:53 PM

Sides mocked up

Temporarily epoxyed in place to test fit

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...

andrewbennett · 05-05-2014, 04:10 PM

Nice work. Subd.

futurez · 05-05-2014, 05:48 PM

Well i got the bond and sanding all done...

AND... this happens... :-(

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!!

mynameisname · 10-28-2014, 01:25 PM

Any updates on this?

04-17-2014, 08:09 PM	#1 (permalink)
futurez Base Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 93 Drives: Supercharged 40th Z Rep Power: 13	Nexus 7 install 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!

04-18-2014, 01:27 PM	#5 (permalink)
kholy Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Ohio Posts: 218 Drives: 370z Sport Touring Rep Power: 15	Also, if you root your galaxy S4 it has wifi tethering built in __________________ 2009 Pearl White 370z Sport Touring Edition

04-19-2014, 10:22 PM	#7 (permalink)
futurez Base Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 93 Drives: Supercharged 40th Z Rep Power: 13	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 Dock and POGO pins Dash with cubby removed: [/URL] Took the door off of the hinged so I can reattach w/ magnets to keep the stock look [/URL] Created a cardboard template of the inside opening [/URL] Going to mount the N7 at a slight angle to help with glare and so I can remove the tablet [/URL] Last edited by futurez; 04-19-2014 at 10:26 PM.

04-21-2014, 09:48 AM	#8 (permalink)
kholy Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Ohio Posts: 218 Drives: 370z Sport Touring Rep Power: 15	good start so far man! can't wait to see it finished __________________ 2009 Pearl White 370z Sport Touring Edition

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04-17-2014, 09:54 PM	#2 (permalink)
ltullos Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: DFW Posts: 312 Drives: 2016 Nismo Tech MT Rep Power: 14	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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futurez Base Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 93 Drives: Supercharged 40th Z Rep Power: 13	Made some progress over the weekend... Fiberglass backing Pogo pin connection/dock N7 in dock

04-24-2014, 06:53 PM	#12 (permalink)
futurez Base Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 93 Drives: Supercharged 40th Z Rep Power: 13	Sides mocked up Temporarily epoxyed in place to test fit 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...

05-05-2014, 04:10 PM	#13 (permalink)
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05-05-2014, 05:48 PM	#14 (permalink)
futurez Base Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 93 Drives: Supercharged 40th Z Rep Power: 13	Well i got the bond and sanding all done... AND... this happens... :-( 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!!

10-28-2014, 01:25 PM	#15 (permalink)
mynameisname Base Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Sacramento Posts: 58 Drives: 11 Nissan 370z GM M6 Rep Power: 11	Any updates on this?