This will be the details and log of my custom Carputer and Audio mini build.
This build is going to be made to keep the most functionality/space of the trunk left available (Spare tire access, rear seat split, etc...) while still making a nice custom finished enclose for the subs and to show off the hardware that will be powering it
The carputer will be a custom made double din enclosure containing all the components with the touch screen out front inspired by this thread
the trunk will be similar to this thread that inspired me
Enough blah, on to the specs:
Carputer
Intel D945GCLF2 /w Intel Atom 1.6 Dual Core CPU
Kingston ValueRAM KVR667D2N5/2G PC2-5300 2GB
Hitachi Deskstar 500GB 2.5IN SATA2 HDD
Lilliput EBY701 7" Touch Screen Monitor
OBD II USB ELM323 Code Reader Interface
Bluetooth Receiver
WiFi Network adapter
Creative Sound Blaster X-FI Xtreme
Pharos iGPS-360 USB dongle
Andrea Super Beam Microphone
Audio
1x JL Audio 500/1 Monoblock Amp
1x JL Audio 300/4 4-Channel Amp
2x JL Audio 10w1v2-4 Sub
6.5" Front Components w/ Crossover & Independent tweeter (don't know which yet)
6" Rear Components w/ Integrated tweeter (don't know which yet)
Dampening
100 Sq./Ft. B-quiet Extreme Sound Dampening (Cabin, Doors, Trunk)
Carpet under liner in cabin
Progress
----2009------
05-27: Basic Parts for carputer in read to start enclosure fab
06-26: Enclosure fabbed up and ready to start screen mounting
07-08: Screen mounted and PS wired up
07-10: First boot up for carputer
07-15: Software installed ready for first install in MSP
08-27: 40mm exhaust case fan added to carputer to lower temp.
08-31: Replacement parts for broken screen arrived
09-30: Received proper replacement panel, installed.
09-30: Optimized OS performance and boot sequence
10-11: Initial fit in the dash
10-11: Modification made to dash to allow for deeper install
10-11: Start bondo work on center console
-----2010-------
01-14: Bondo work in final stage and ready for primer
03-01: Priming and touchups in final stages...almost complete
03-13: Car wiring complete and carputer installed
pics to come once parts start coming in...
This build is going to be made to keep the most functionality/space of the trunk left available (Spare tire access, rear seat split, etc...) while still making a nice custom finished enclose for the subs and to show off the hardware that will be powering it
The carputer will be a custom made double din enclosure containing all the components with the touch screen out front inspired by this thread
the trunk will be similar to this thread that inspired me
Enough blah, on to the specs:
Carputer
Intel D945GCLF2 /w Intel Atom 1.6 Dual Core CPU
Kingston ValueRAM KVR667D2N5/2G PC2-5300 2GB
Hitachi Deskstar 500GB 2.5IN SATA2 HDD
Lilliput EBY701 7" Touch Screen Monitor
OBD II USB ELM323 Code Reader Interface
Bluetooth Receiver
WiFi Network adapter
Creative Sound Blaster X-FI Xtreme
Pharos iGPS-360 USB dongle
Andrea Super Beam Microphone
Audio
1x JL Audio 500/1 Monoblock Amp
1x JL Audio 300/4 4-Channel Amp
2x JL Audio 10w1v2-4 Sub
6.5" Front Components w/ Crossover & Independent tweeter (don't know which yet)
6" Rear Components w/ Integrated tweeter (don't know which yet)
Dampening
100 Sq./Ft. B-quiet Extreme Sound Dampening (Cabin, Doors, Trunk)
Carpet under liner in cabin
Progress
----2009------
05-27: Basic Parts for carputer in read to start enclosure fab
06-26: Enclosure fabbed up and ready to start screen mounting
07-08: Screen mounted and PS wired up
07-10: First boot up for carputer
07-15: Software installed ready for first install in MSP
08-27: 40mm exhaust case fan added to carputer to lower temp.
08-31: Replacement parts for broken screen arrived
09-30: Received proper replacement panel, installed.
09-30: Optimized OS performance and boot sequence
10-11: Initial fit in the dash
10-11: Modification made to dash to allow for deeper install
10-11: Start bondo work on center console
-----2010-------
01-14: Bondo work in final stage and ready for primer
03-01: Priming and touchups in final stages...almost complete
03-13: Car wiring complete and carputer installed
pics to come once parts start coming in...
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