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ARW · 3rd July 2009, 04:44 PM

As an avid reader of this forum for over a year but never a contributor - I thought it about time to add a little back. I have been meaning to post pics of a dash mounted GPS option which I have not seen posted elsewhere and I noted that Mr Yu was enquiring in another thread.

So after much thought I have ended up mounting a TomTom 740 using a standard "Genuine TOMTOM Adhesive Disk" - to great effect. As a note I did try the "Herbert Richter 85mm Super Slimline Ahesive Dash Disc" but it did not provide sufficient suction to handle hard acceleration/breaking.

- I have just realised that my posting rules do not allow me to upload pictures. So any help in uploading the images greatly recieved.

Alex

charles charlie · 3rd July 2009, 05:11 PM

Start by describing where you stuck it!

ARW · 3rd July 2009, 05:17 PM

In summary behind the MFD on hard plastic not the leather, however, pictures speak better thant words and LS7Tango has kindly offered to add them to the thread.

LS7Tango · 3rd July 2009, 05:49 PM

Here you go Alex....

Simon

PS - Anyone got TomTom running on 3g iphone yet??

guycuthbert · 3rd July 2009, 05:50 PM

I'll happily add them to the thread, if you PM me with the URL(s)...

... lol, and before my post was finished Simon beat me to it!

LS7Tango · 3rd July 2009, 05:54 PM

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charles charlie · 3rd July 2009, 07:32 PM

Each to their Alex but I wouldnt be happy with that!

For me I need a hard install without wires running in view, and also I want an easy removal. Also the obstruction of one's view ahead would be an issue for me too.

The TomTom 740 is one of the few satnavs with a proper clip out mounting so you can remove the unit but leave the mount in situ.

I opted to use a brodit mount to the right of the steering wheel and it suits all my aims and needs as I can leave the mount in place rather stealthily.

Thanks for the post anyway as it will offer another option to one and all.

CC

guycuthbert · 3rd July 2009, 07:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by charles charlie

Each to their Alex but I wouldnt be happy with that!

I have to agree... but I like the look of that adhesive mounting plate. I only have an old TomTom One at present - been holding off an upgrade until the GTR arrived (I wanted to explore discrete/stealth installation options), so no excuse now.

I was using my old TT One on Thursday, propped up under the AV unit - obviously unsuitable for any high-speed manouvres(!) but it did start me thinking:

It's nicely sheltered from sunlight there
It should be easy to run a cable up into the AV unit for a proper tidy install
I just need a way of fixing the 740's active mount to the MusicBox fascia...

... and I think that suction plate might do the job nicely. Has anyone tried one of these in a vertical position?

Of course, I could be foiled if the combined mount/740 height is too much for the gap between the "R" switches and the centre console, but I reckon it's worth a go... only downside I can see is that I probably wouldn't be able to insert new CDs with the TomTom in place, but then I can easily rip them before I set off.

Anyone with a TomTom 740 feeling sufficiently helpful to see whether 740-in-active-holder will fit in that gap, before I buy one?! Cheeky request - I know

charles charlie · 3rd July 2009, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by guycuthbert

I have to agree... but I like the look of that adhesive mounting plate. I only have an old TomTom One at present - been holding off an upgrade until the GTR arrived (I wanted to explore discrete/stealth installation options), so no excuse now.

I was using my old TT One on Thursday, propped up under the AV unit - obviously unsuitable for any high-speed manouvres(!) but it did start me thinking:

It's nicely sheltered from sunlight there
It should be easy to run a cable up into the AV unit for a proper tidy install
I just need a way of fixing the 740's active mount to the MusicBox fascia...

... and I think that suction plate might do the job nicely. Has anyone tried one of these in a vertical position?

Of course, I could be foiled if the combined mount/740 height is too much for the gap between the "R" switches and the centre console, but I reckon it's worth a go... only downside I can see is that I probably wouldn't be able to insert new CDs with the TomTom in place, but then I can easily rip them before I set off.

Anyone with a TomTom 740 feeling sufficiently helpful to see whether 740-in-active-holder will fit in that gap, before I buy one?! Cheeky request - I know

My only reservation with that idea is GPS signal.

I do have a GPS repeater somewhere (bought from the US as stupidly illegal here....) which would help.

Worth a try though......

guycuthbert · 3rd July 2009, 08:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by charles charlie

Worth a try though......

Agreed - but my little old TomTom one (which I think is only a SiRF II chip, rather than the newer, faster, stronger SiRF III) was fine all day down there...

Like you say, worth a try...

ARW · 3rd July 2009, 08:27 PM

Like all on this forum I have been trying to find the best option which works with the car and aids ease of use.

Charles Charlie - I actually agree about wire and have been contemplating a hard wired solution however I am still open to other options. Regarding restriction of view – it is actually minimal due to its position which in line of site puts it behind the nearside corner of the car which give my seat position (which is as far back as you can get) is not a bad solution.

charles charlie · 3rd July 2009, 08:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ARW

Like all on this forum I have been trying to find the best option which works with the car and aids ease of use.

Charles Charlie - I actually agree about wire and have been contemplating a hard wired solution however I am still open to other options. Regarding restriction of view – it is actually minimal due to its position which in line of site puts it behind the nearside corner of the car which give my seat position (which is as far back as you can get) is not a bad solution.

All in all it just shows how problematic it is finding a solution for our satnav woes.

I'll keep plugging away too!

GOLDMINE · 3rd July 2009, 09:10 PM

I was told by middlehursts that you can have your non sat nav fitted with the factory fit sat nav as soon as it is available.

charles charlie · 3rd July 2009, 09:25 PM

Yep. Heard that rumour too.

You can guarantee and rather large chunk of GTR Tax attached to that retrofit scenario!

apj30 · 3rd July 2009, 10:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GOLDMINE

I was told by middlehursts that you can have your non sat nav fitted with the factory fit sat nav as soon as it is available.

Does anyone from Middlehursts use this forum? Can we confirm this?

3rd July 2009, 04:44 PM	#1 (permalink)
ARW ARW has no status. GTR Register Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Midlands Posts: 30	Dash mounted GPS As an avid reader of this forum for over a year but never a contributor - I thought it about time to add a little back. I have been meaning to post pics of a dash mounted GPS option which I have not seen posted elsewhere and I noted that Mr Yu was enquiring in another thread. So after much thought I have ended up mounting a TomTom 740 using a standard "Genuine TOMTOM Adhesive Disk" - to great effect. As a note I did try the "Herbert Richter 85mm Super Slimline Ahesive Dash Disc" but it did not provide sufficient suction to handle hard acceleration/breaking. - I have just realised that my posting rules do not allow me to upload pictures. So any help in uploading the images greatly recieved. Alex __________________

3rd July 2009, 05:11 PM	#2 (permalink)
charles charlie charles charlie is running EBC yellowstuff until his rotors give out! New Users Join Date: May 2008 Location: North West Cars owned: E36 M3 Evo, Mini Cooper S, 996 Boxster S, Caterham Super 7, Merc Tractor :( Posts: 2,153	Start by describing where you stuck it! __________________

3rd July 2009, 05:17 PM	#3 (permalink)
ARW ARW has no status. GTR Register Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Midlands Posts: 30	In summary behind the MFD on hard plastic not the leather, however, pictures speak better thant words and LS7Tango has kindly offered to add them to the thread. __________________

3rd July 2009, 05:49 PM	#4 (permalink)
LS7Tango LS7Tango has no status. GTROC Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: UK Posts: 11	Here you go Alex.... Simon PS - Anyone got TomTom running on 3g iphone yet?? __________________

3rd July 2009, 05:50 PM	#5 (permalink)
guycuthbert guycuthbert is not working quite so much now... time to say Hi to the forums again :) GTROC Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Essex Cars owned: R35 GTR Premium Gun Metallic Posts: 365	I'll happily add them to the thread, if you PM me with the URL(s)... ... lol, and before my post was finished Simon beat me to it! __________________ Last edited by guycuthbert; 3rd July 2009 at 05:51 PM.. Reason: Post in-between

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LS7Tango LS7Tango has no status. GTROC Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: UK Posts: 11	GTROC......home of the fastest accelerating URL's on the net __________________

3rd July 2009, 07:32 PM	#7 (permalink)
charles charlie charles charlie is running EBC yellowstuff until his rotors give out! New Users Join Date: May 2008 Location: North West Cars owned: E36 M3 Evo, Mini Cooper S, 996 Boxster S, Caterham Super 7, Merc Tractor :( Posts: 2,153	Each to their Alex but I wouldnt be happy with that! For me I need a hard install without wires running in view, and also I want an easy removal. Also the obstruction of one's view ahead would be an issue for me too. The TomTom 740 is one of the few satnavs with a proper clip out mounting so you can remove the unit but leave the mount in situ. I opted to use a brodit mount to the right of the steering wheel and it suits all my aims and needs as I can leave the mount in place rather stealthily. Thanks for the post anyway as it will offer another option to one and all. CC __________________

3rd July 2009, 08:27 PM	#11 (permalink)
ARW ARW has no status. GTR Register Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Midlands Posts: 30	Like all on this forum I have been trying to find the best option which works with the car and aids ease of use. Charles Charlie - I actually agree about wire and have been contemplating a hard wired solution however I am still open to other options. Regarding restriction of view – it is actually minimal due to its position which in line of site puts it behind the nearside corner of the car which give my seat position (which is as far back as you can get) is not a bad solution. __________________

3rd July 2009, 09:10 PM	#13 (permalink)
GOLDMINE GOLDMINE has no status. GTR Register Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: manchester Posts: 38	I was told by middlehursts that you can have your non sat nav fitted with the factory fit sat nav as soon as it is available. __________________

3rd July 2009, 09:25 PM	#14 (permalink)
charles charlie charles charlie is running EBC yellowstuff until his rotors give out! New Users Join Date: May 2008 Location: North West Cars owned: E36 M3 Evo, Mini Cooper S, 996 Boxster S, Caterham Super 7, Merc Tractor :( Posts: 2,153	Yep. Heard that rumour too. You can guarantee and rather large chunk of GTR Tax attached to that retrofit scenario! __________________

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