SurfnSoCal

Does anyone with an 05 have a flip up LCD screen head unit? I am wondering how much it sticks up in to the way of the vents. Anyone have pictures?

I know there are in dash screens...but those headunits don't do enough for what i want (MORE than 2v pre-out, etc.).

I am considering the Alpine IVA-D310. just trying to plan how it will fit...

subzero05

I have a clarion dvd/audio in dash flip up unit..I love it but the 2 center vents must be closed when it opens up and the tilt on the screen needs to be adjusted a bit to make sure it doesn't hit the chrome bezel on my vents.. I will post a pic of it this evening for you if you like?

Blk'05

I would like to see what your taliking about..been thinking about doing an in dash myself.

2005 Black GT

I know VC4Life has one, maybe you can PM him and ask forf pics or do a search.

subzero05

I'll post a pic this evening of how it looks

Fastback65

I'm also looking to doing the same thing... get um posted man!

subzero05

here is a few shots of the unit..My deck has a built in "tilt memory" and once set will only open to the setting I have stored in it so when it opens it will stop just before hitting the vent bezels.The 2 center vent fins need to be closed though when the screen is in the up position.

vc4life

heres mine

Fastback65

So how do you guys like your flip ups and have you had them in previous cars? Was it worth the cost? Do you really use the dvd features enough to make it worth the cost? Would something a little smaller like this http://forums.bradbarnett.net/index.php?showtopic=26966 have been better

subzero05

I love the flip up unit and do use the DVD controls form time to time.Mostly on long journeys for the wife and when attending car shows to show off the audio setup.The eclipse unit is very nice as well!..The flip out units can be had though for a bit less $$ nowadays than the eclipse type units...Either way they are nice!

grendel

Ok, I have to ask a stupid question here, but why not leave the dead space above the unit? Looks like in both of those pics that would fix the vent issues. (Ok, vc4life has a volume **** that would be a problem). I haven't actually looked at the installation kits/wiring harnesses, but it would definitely be something to ask about if you're going to have such unit professionally installed.

DozerzPony

I have the Pioneer 5700, and the screen does not get in the way of anything because its completely adjustable as far as angle. I love it!

Fastback65

Not a dumb question at all, I was wondering the same exact thing... guys?... whats the answer? As for the volume **** I think thats for the subs and can be located just bout anywhere within easy reach, so you could still use the space above.

Fastback65

I looked it up on ebay and looks like 6.5" Can you post pics? Pros & Cons?

djenders

Does that Clarion have the iPod support built in? If so do you like the navigation features?

harrier

for music, am i missing something here? why not just burn a couple thousand MP3s to DVD and play it in the DVD player instead of having to hook up an iPod to hear your songs in your car? just wondering.

Fastback65

This is the difference... if you burn a dvd lets say 4.7 GB then you could probably fit aboutt 1200 songs on there depending on bit rate etc. However, if you use your ipod then you can take 20-60 GB with you and that comes to 5,000 to 15,000 songs.
Advantages: All your songs in one place, no burning DVD's, Playlists, NEVER SAYING, "DARN I WISH I HAD THAT SONG RIGHT NOW"

subzero05

Yes my clarion unit has a built in Ipod feature but I have not used it.I am currently just burning MP3's for my use

Scooter2

I mounted my 7 inch screen a little different to where the Head unit was the bottom slot so when the screen flips up it doesn't block the vents. I think it looks alot better. See link to car computer setup. My screen was touch screen, but you should be able to flip the mounting kit so you can do it with any 1 din head unit.


http://forums.bradbarnett.net/index.php?showtopic=28822

DozerzPony

No cons as far as I am concerned. As for pics, I don't have any at this moment, but when the screen is extended, about 1/2" of each top corner covers the inner dash vents. But let me re-assure you, there is no inhibition of climate control. In fact, the screen gladly accepts a little ventillation when in use.

Good luck!