Dash Option and extra gagues/Chrono pack

[X30YES]

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[MartinSullivan]

only time i have seen the speedo near the rev counter is with the factory sat nav - as in my car

[john]

its the cockpit chrono pack see www.mini.co.uk

[MartinSullivan]

Doh, John just beat me to that one. After my earlier post I remembered one of the cabriolets at Arbroath having weird dials - and was just looking through go Mini and Mini2 to find pics of it.

[3GGG]

Do you like that chrono pack? - It looks like the back of an old alarm clock LOL.

[X30YES]

Might be ...if I could find it on the site !! :cool:tap tap tap
quote:Originally posted by john

its the cockpit chrono pack see www.mini.co.uk

[X30YES]

I'm not a 100% sure about it, and it does look a bit odd but will be thinking old 'Big Ben's every time I see it from now on :D

quote:Originally posted by 3GGG

Do you like that chrono pack? - It looks like the back of an old alarm clock LOL.

[Sheilz]

does it not spoil one of the interior's best features. I find the big speedo is one of the things everyone admires. The smaller one wouldn't look the same at all.
Also can anyone tell me if the satnat can be fitted retrospectively? I quite fancy it but thought it a bit pricey. Is there any good alternatives?

[MartinSullivan]

There are plenty of alternatives out there, Nenah is looking as well. I'll tell you who to contact on Monday :D

[3GGG]

quote:Originally posted by Sheilz
Also can anyone tell me if the satnat can be fitted retrospectively? I quite fancy it but thought it a bit pricey. Is there any good alternatives?


Yes there are some nice alternative GPS satnavs based on Pocket PCs - you can see mine on this page (http://www.pocketgps.co.uk/mini.php)

There is also the new all in one TomTom GO details here (http://tomtom.com/)

[Sheilz]

This looks pretty good. Were you able to buy everything as a complete package? I have a single sony cd player instead of the original radio/cassette that it came with - I think it will be the same in my new car. Will this still work with your kind of sat/nav or do i need something different? Finally, because no one in their right mind would let me anywhere near equipment with a manual nevermind a screwdriver, would an auto electricial install this for me? i was thinking of having my road angel hard wired as well to save having trailling wires. Might be able to get the two done at once?
:D:D:D

[3GGG]

quote:Originally posted by Sheilz

This looks pretty good. Were you able to buy everything as a complete package? I have a single sony cd player instead of the original radio/cassette that it came with - I think it will be the same in my new car. Will this still work with your kind of sat/nav or do i need something different? Finally, because no one in their right mind would let me anywhere near equipment with a manual nevermind a screwdriver, would an auto electricial install this for me? i was thinking of having my road angel hard wired as well to save having trailling wires. Might be able to get the two done at once?
:D:D:D


When I got mine, I had to buy all the parts from different suppliers and fit it myself, I'm an engineer so I have no fear of these things;) Nowadays it is possible to buy the hardware and software from one supplier, but it still needs some know how to get get it all going.

However, for those without a screwdriver the new all in one type of system, such as the TomTom GO would appear to be the better option. It doesn't need to be connected to anything else in the car except the cigarette lighter socket, in fact it has its own internal rechargeable battery so it can be used with out a connection to that as well for a few hours.

One thing to note, for security I recommend removing any Satnav system when you park the car, however be careful if you plan to hide it in the car on a very hot day as they don't like excessive temperature (they are spec'd up to 55 C and a closed car can get as hot as that in the sun).

If I was a wee bit closer to Aberdeen I would offer to help with install etc:)

[Sheilz]

Thanks. Will have a look for this. Can it be hardwired?

[Gismo]

Sheilz,
See Here (http://www.mini2.com/gallery/personal/picture21879.html) for a different kind of sat nav set up. This unit covers the petrol and temp gauge but i'm used to it now. A bit pricey though

Before John changed jobs i swithered with getting a replacement head unit for my BMW that had the sat nav integrated, it wasn't the flip out screen type but you could see the route on the front panel. Can't remember the price, but, contact John and he'll be able to advise you and sort you out with your hard wiring :I

[Sheilz]

Looks great but would it get in the road of my stereo? My loon wants me to get screens for ps2 in the back - wont let him see this photo or the next thing is he'll moan of the terrrible deprivation he has to endure!:D:D

[Gismo]

quote:Originally posted by Sheilz
Looks great but would it get in the road of my stereo?
The screen forms part of the stereo, replaces your existing unit, it has a CD player with a motorised screen, the sat nav part sits under the drivers seat and is attached via cables.
See Edworthys (http://www.edworthys.co.uk/edworthys/prodlist.asp?catID=1520&product_category=Navigation%20and%20Multimedia%20P roducts) for what i was referring to, scroll down to the INAN333R
Really depends what you want and can afford

[3GGG]

quote:Originally posted by Sheilz

Thanks. Will have a look for this. Can it be hardwired?


Yes it can be. You could then still easily remove the display when parked. Other advantage of these units is that you can easily move them to other vehicles if you need to. Good luck!

[Sheilz]

Had a look but unfortunately this is well over my budget just now. It looks like an excellent piece of equipment to have. Maybe if i start writing letters to Santa..............
:D:D:D

[DNV122]

David - you're a star !

I've just got a new iPAQ 5550 and am ready to get TomTom 3 bluetooth and cradle - your install looks fab. I'll give you a call in a couple of weeks for advice.

The only prob I have is the heated front screen - does this screw up the GPS ?

You must have on mother of an alternator to cope with this, the Mini iPod and no doubt a few other gadgets.

[X30YES]

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More dash stuff :D

[MartinSullivan]

quote:Originally posted by X30YES

http://community.webshots.com/photo/54420865/174206005LdpPOQ
http://community.webshots.com/photo/54420865/174206242uJzbvk
More dash stuff :D


Are they the ProMini ones?

[X30YES]

Think I saw them on www.ebay.com and on a minisomething site ;)
quote:Originally posted by MartinSullivan


quote:Originally posted by X30YES

http://community.webshots.com/photo/54420865/174206005LdpPOQ
http://community.webshots.com/photo/54420865/174206242uJzbvk
More dash stuff :D


Are they the ProMini ones?

[X30YES]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7915502016&category=33675
For the rev counter side by side gagues

quote:Originally posted by X30YES

Think I saw them on www.ebay.com and on a minisomething site ;)
quote:Originally posted by MartinSullivan


quote:Originally posted by X30YES

http://community.webshots.com/photo/54420865/174206005LdpPOQ
http://community.webshots.com/photo/54420865/174206242uJzbvk
More dash stuff :D


Are they the ProMini ones?

[3GGG]

quote:Originally posted by DNV122

David - you're a star !

I've just got a new iPAQ 5550 and am ready to get TomTom 3 bluetooth and cradle - your install looks fab. I'll give you a call in a couple of weeks for advice.

The only prob I have is the heated front screen - does this screw up the GPS ?

You must have on mother of an alternator to cope with this, the Mini iPod and no doubt a few other gadgets.




I would avoid the bluetooth GPS receiver as I have heard some horror stories about it hanging up and generally very problematic, requiring some annoying switch on sequencing. Go for the wired version would be my suggestion.

The place to look for all the info on using Pocket PC and GPS is PocketGPS (http://www.pocketgps.co.uk/modules.php?name=Forums)

I have heard that the heated screen in the MINI doesn't appear to degrade the GPS signal. My other car (a Renault) has a windscreen film that reduces heat and that almost stops the GPS signal completely.

Guess you are joking about the alternator - these things take very little current indeed.

Certainly contact me if you need any further advice or help.

[MartinSullivan]

quote:Originally posted by X30YES

Think I saw them on www.ebay.com and on a minisomething site ;)

this is the promini site with the guages on

http://www.promini.com/product-exec/product_id/227/category_id/33

[X30YES]

Chrono pack pics http://community.webshots.com/photo/54420865/186026109VHfkTa