Rail System Frustration...Overhead dvd
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06-07-2005, 10:42 AM
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Rail System Frustration...Overhead dvd
I wish now i didnt have the rail system in my truck. Its pretty much useless. There are no aftermarket items to use and it has made it near impossible to find a good overhead dvd.
Ive seen the crappy one on moss motors and it looks cheap to me.
Has anyone been able to find a good solution for an overhead dvd system?
I dont want the thing to block my rear view when in the closed position.
Ive read allmost every thread I can find on the subject and it seems im not alone.
This truck has been out for nearly 2 years. There is no reason why we dont have any options as far as an overhead dvd solution.
Just needed to vent a little.
Tom
Ive seen the crappy one on moss motors and it looks cheap to me.
Has anyone been able to find a good solution for an overhead dvd system?
I dont want the thing to block my rear view when in the closed position.
Ive read allmost every thread I can find on the subject and it seems im not alone.
This truck has been out for nearly 2 years. There is no reason why we dont have any options as far as an overhead dvd solution.
Just needed to vent a little.
Tom
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06-07-2005, 02:57 PM
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I added a shelf system. I got it through J.C. Witney. There were a couple of options. The only thing I had a probem with was my sun visors didn't fit under the shelf. I'm six foot and drive a Ranger. I fixed it by keeping them in the factory position. I don't usae my sun visors to block the sun. Just to hold things ou of my way.
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06-07-2005, 03:38 PM
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06-07-2005, 03:46 PM
Here is what I am doing. I got this overhead pod (sd322a) from http://www.salient-designs.com that is specifically for the rail system. Then searched for a monitor that would fit. got this item #5779882295 for $400 on ebay and am installing it myself tomorrow. I will let you know how it turns out and if it blocks rear view.
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06-07-2005, 06:08 PM
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06-21-2005, 04:07 PM
Venting can be good
Originally Posted by FX4x4x4
I wish now i didnt have the rail system in my truck. Its pretty much useless. There are no aftermarket items to use and it has made it near impossible to find a good overhead dvd. Ive seen the crappy one on moss motors and it looks cheap to me. Has anyone been able to find a good solution for an overhead dvd system? I dont want the thing to block my rear view when in the closed position.
This truck has been out for nearly 2 years. There is no reason why we dont have any options as far as an overhead dvd solution. Just needed to vent a little.
This truck has been out for nearly 2 years. There is no reason why we dont have any options as far as an overhead dvd solution. Just needed to vent a little.
They also have a 7" version: http://www.myronanddavis.com/product...=132&LineID=12
Both come in grey or parchment to match the F-150 interior choices.
I also checked with a local dealer and they have a couple of systems that they can modify slightly to fit by cutting holes for the rail system. I saw it installed and it looks clean, but now that this setup is out, I'd go that way. If you want info on the other choices, let me know.
