ryobi1 Posted March 6, 2008 Share Posted March 6, 2008 Just wanted show everyone the mount I made for my Garmin Nuvi 650. I wanted something temporary that could be easily removed. I fabricated a plate to match the rubber in the bottom of the cubby. Since there are little slots on the sides and back, I utilized those to hold it in place. It sits flush on top of the rubber. I laser cut it to size using clear acrylic so the suction mount would hold. I plan to run power up to it, but just haven't had the time. http://www.subaruoutback.org/gallery//500/13494gps2-med.jpg http://www.subaruoutback.org/gallery//500/13494gps3-med.jpg http://www.subaruoutback.org/gallery//500/13494gps4-med.jpg Everyone seems to think it is great idea over at subaruoutback.org. http://www.subaruoutback.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=12063&perpage=20&pagenumber=1 I made a few up if anyone is interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whobaru Posted March 6, 2008 Share Posted March 6, 2008 That's a great idea! Can you make one for a 2006 Mazda 6 (wife's car)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dvdt Posted March 6, 2008 Share Posted March 6, 2008 Nice work. I like your design more than my current setup. LINK I'm working on a new design now so I can tuck the mount in and close the door w/o having to remove anything. Here's a suggestion on routing the power wire. You can plug the power into center consul and tuck/route the wire inside the passenger side of the center consul. Then fish up the power wire behind/next to the radio and then into/thru the cubby. If you look at the cubby door in the almost fully open position, there is a gap on the inside top of the cubby where you can squeeze the plug thru. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lossol Posted March 6, 2008 Share Posted March 6, 2008 Whoa! Good Idea. So simple yet so creative. Probably works with most mounts. I have a 200W garmin, I wonder if it would work with that. Did you say laser cut? VBG1 gauges available at www.gtboostgauge.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew.anderson Posted March 6, 2008 Share Posted March 6, 2008 Good work. I am just taking in everyones ideas so when I actually get around to doign work on the car I will know where to start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim1969 Posted March 6, 2008 Share Posted March 6, 2008 does the 650 have a flip up antenna? I may want one of these for my 660. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryobi1 Posted March 6, 2008 Author Share Posted March 6, 2008 The 650 is the same as the 660 minus bluetooth. It has the same antenna. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sponge Posted March 11, 2008 Share Posted March 11, 2008 I will take one! How much? My vB Gallery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lossol Posted March 11, 2008 Share Posted March 11, 2008 Yeah are these for sale? VBG1 gauges available at www.gtboostgauge.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryobi1 Posted March 11, 2008 Author Share Posted March 11, 2008 I have been selling them for $10 + 3 for shipping. PM me if your interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sponge Posted March 11, 2008 Share Posted March 11, 2008 will do let, I will check to ensure it will work with mine first I have a TOM TOM so not sure if the bracket clearance is different. My vB Gallery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamusta1 Posted March 11, 2008 Share Posted March 11, 2008 I'll take one! PM SENT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rao Posted March 11, 2008 Share Posted March 11, 2008 Great idea! Rob IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR CAR YOU SHOULD NEVER DRIVE IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerboa113 Posted March 11, 2008 Share Posted March 11, 2008 bump for awesome... its kind of like the nail.. so simple and yet such a great idea. "The penalty good men pay for indifference to public affairs is to be ruled by evil men." - Plato Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanger Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 My suction mount had been falling off my windshield due to the warmer weather here in Socal even though i've reapply water in between them. Do you know if the suction mount hold in the cubby? ○ ○ ○ Instagram: itshangertime :spin: ○ ○ ○ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
croll326 Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 hanger.....take the black round dash mount with the double sided tape, remove the rubber pad in the cubby, and stick the plate to the bottom center of the cubby. works great. thats how i had mine untill i ripper the cubby out and put the gps inside the cubby. if you dont have one of these dash mounts you can get one anywhere that sells them cheap. (it looks like a huge black coin) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lossol Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 like the nail...so true:lol: VBG1 gauges available at www.gtboostgauge.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sponge Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 So my suction bracket elbow isn't long enough/stick out far enough to use suction to the bottom of the pocket w/o removing the door of the cubby... Need to find a different bracket or on to other options My vB Gallery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerboa113 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I thought about this, thas why I've hesitated to buy. My idea was to mount an lcd screen here sometimes, and it uses a pretty hefty mount thats not very long so I'd still have to wind up fabbing a mount myself. you could theoretically tho just buy this one, and then screw pieces together to extend this out far enough to make yours fit. "The penalty good men pay for indifference to public affairs is to be ruled by evil men." - Plato Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamusta1 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I got mine in the mail today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subiedude Posted March 27, 2008 Share Posted March 27, 2008 Any reason not to just use the glue (sticky) mount directly to the bottom of the cubby? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subiedude Posted March 27, 2008 Share Posted March 27, 2008 They make a goone neck for it. I have been considering doing same thing. So my suction bracket elbow isn't long enough/stick out far enough to use suction to the bottom of the pocket w/o removing the door of the cubby... Need to find a different bracket or on to other options Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machine Age Victim Posted April 3, 2008 Share Posted April 3, 2008 dood, I think this is the route I'm gonna go with mine, pm me your paypal info any problem getting reception being under the door? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sponge Posted April 3, 2008 Share Posted April 3, 2008 ryobi1 you may want to get vendor status My vB Gallery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sponge Posted April 3, 2008 Share Posted April 3, 2008 They make a goone neck for it. I have been considering doing same thing. Bestbuy I assume? My vB Gallery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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