Double DIN adapter bezel for R75/ ZT - Page 2

Christopher · 13th November 2006, 10:59

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Originally Posted by biggles

Hm. I have an Apple Ibook G4 with a dead display. Maybe I should just "Mac My Rover".

/Erik

Why not - sounds like fun!

The_Monk · 13th November 2006, 14:11

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Originally Posted by Commodore

We should get a list of interested people going (like we have with the Rustmaster and door handle finishers). If we can get a decent batch of people to commit in one hit, maybe we can get a discount out of the guy.

Definately! Put me down for one if he gets the lugs sorted then!

biggles · 13th November 2006, 14:20

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Originally Posted by Commodore

We should get a list of interested people going (like we have with the Rustmaster and door handle finishers). If we can get a decent batch of people to commit in one hit, maybe we can get a discount out of the guy.

I would be interested!

GreyGhost · 13th November 2006, 16:11

May I suggest that either Commodore or Biggles start a new thread including a list for this item. Others can add their names as and when. It will entail one or either managing the list otherwise it just won't work. Take my word, I have experience

biggles · 13th November 2006, 17:05

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Originally Posted by Grey Ghost

May I suggest that either Chris or Biggles start a new thread including a list for this item. Others can add their names as and when. It will entail one or either managing the list otherwise it just won't work. Take my word, I have experience

Good point. I'll need to have a go at the iBook first to see if I can make a workable Rover Mac out of it.

Keith · 13th November 2006, 18:16

Don't want to be a killjoy but this is just a flat piece of plastic (isn't it)
so it also needs mounting at the bottom some how for stability and what does a double din (DD) unit actually use for support etc

I am not up to speed on current ICE techniques am I missing the point i.e do you have to find a separate way to actually mount the DD unit in the big hole then just use this as a finisher?

Any pointers to a DD idiots guide on the web mucho appreciated

Commodore · 13th November 2006, 21:21

You are right - AFAIC if this guy makes a Rover 75-specific one for us, then it would need to have the inner edge to anchor the mounting cage to, like a single DIN adapter would have.

Rob Bell · 14th November 2006, 10:51

I am sure that Brian will do a group buy for us

What I'll do is buy one in, modify it and send it back to him for him to make a 75/ZT specific version. A bit of phaff - especially as we'd be looking at shipping to and from the US (d'oh!), but if this means a finished product that requires no further modifications, then I think that it's worth it.

I'll chat with him again... I wonder whether he can do something about the shape - particularly the curved corners? Ideally, we'd want these squared off, but I guess we'll see.

Kandyman · 16th November 2006, 12:53

heres a small write up with a picture by mantianak from .org

Using the cheap nasty one made by autoleads (the one where the din hole is offset to the left), cut a double din sized hole centre after measuring up. A double din unit protrudes at the top of the facia beacause the facia is curved. I had to use an epoxy putty to reshape the facia (this also covered the hole left bythe offset area) so it has a smooth look and not a protruding top. Finally spray paint it matt black.
The only thing left to do is to use a protective spray (you can see a few scratches already).

If anybody tries to do the same I recomend using a dremell like tool. Using a small sand circle attachment, it not just cuts, but melts easily and precisely through the plastic and is easy to use.

Rob Bell · 16th November 2006, 14:17

Those same ones currently on eBay for under 11 quid? Good effort! But I can see what you mean by the scratching. Would drive me mad. But definitely a useful saving!!!

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13th November 2006, 18:16	#16
Keith This is my second home ZT400 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ellesmere Posts: 5,948 Thanks: 0 Thanked 43 Times in 29 Posts	Don't want to be a killjoy but this is just a flat piece of plastic (isn't it) so it also needs mounting at the bottom some how for stability and what does a double din (DD) unit actually use for support etc I am not up to speed on current ICE techniques am I missing the point i.e do you have to find a separate way to actually mount the DD unit in the big hole then just use this as a finisher? Any pointers to a DD idiots guide on the web mucho appreciated

14th November 2006, 10:51	#18
Rob Bell Gets stuck in ZT-T CDTi + Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Posts: 561 Thanks: 7 Thanked 10 Times in 7 Posts	I am sure that Brian will do a group buy for us What I'll do is buy one in, modify it and send it back to him for him to make a 75/ZT specific version. A bit of phaff - especially as we'd be looking at shipping to and from the US (d'oh!), but if this means a finished product that requires no further modifications, then I think that it's worth it. I'll chat with him again... I wonder whether he can do something about the shape - particularly the curved corners? Ideally, we'd want these squared off, but I guess we'll see.

16th November 2006, 12:53	#19
Kandyman Banned ROVER 75 2.5 V6 Connoisseur SE Limousine 2004 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Welling Posts: 10,995 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	heres a small write up with a picture by mantianak from .org Using the cheap nasty one made by autoleads (the one where the din hole is offset to the left), cut a double din sized hole centre after measuring up. A double din unit protrudes at the top of the facia beacause the facia is curved. I had to use an epoxy putty to reshape the facia (this also covered the hole left bythe offset area) so it has a smooth look and not a protruding top. Finally spray paint it matt black. The only thing left to do is to use a protective spray (you can see a few scratches already). If anybody tries to do the same I recomend using a dremell like tool. Using a small sand circle attachment, it not just cuts, but melts easily and precisely through the plastic and is easy to use.

16th November 2006, 14:17	#20
Rob Bell Gets stuck in ZT-T CDTi + Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Posts: 561 Thanks: 7 Thanked 10 Times in 7 Posts	Those same ones currently on eBay for under 11 quid? Good effort! But I can see what you mean by the scratching. Would drive me mad. But definitely a useful saving!!!