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i was going to ask the same thing... i have a 98 eb with a sunroof, so i dont even think an overhead monitor is even an option. and i hate to lose my factory stereo and cd changer... i guess i could always put it in the headreast, but im like you, i hate to have someone mess up the leather seats when they do it...
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DVD or screen options? As far as a dvd player goes, center console is always an option. Playstation 2 plays DVD's so you get more bang for the buck. Glove compartment is also always an option, as is under one of the front seats. For installation ideas shoot me an email, I have plenty of photos from past work we've done and some from shows, and just some great ideas I've run across and used on customer trucks.
For screens, flip down screen in the 10 - 17 inch range aren't too bad on the passengers. There's consoles availble that will drop them a few inches more.
Those with sunroofs might benefit from a dual flip down installation. I'm attaching a link to the pictures, hopefully they work. Installation isin't terribly difficult.
headrest screen install -
Big screen for rear pass, small for front in a navi -
x-box install in rear console - lotsa cutting
For screens, flip down screen in the 10 - 17 inch range aren't too bad on the passengers. There's consoles availble that will drop them a few inches more.
Those with sunroofs might benefit from a dual flip down installation. I'm attaching a link to the pictures, hopefully they work. Installation isin't terribly difficult.
headrest screen install -
Big screen for rear pass, small for front in a navi -
x-box install in rear console - lotsa cutting
Last edited by Charm City Gators; Jul 18, 2003 at 03:19 PM.
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in dash screen - 98 exp - 
center console changer and headunit relocation install - same ride as above
Expo with a flip down screen mounted to a custom console.. pic not so good
Navigator with sunroof - dual rear flipdowns
center console changer and headunit relocation install - same ride as above
Expo with a flip down screen mounted to a custom console.. pic not so good
Navigator with sunroof - dual rear flipdowns
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Charm City Gators,
I can't view your attached pix (only getting the dreaded red X). I've tried copy and paste of your url but still no good (???).
I would really like to see what you have done, could you please take a look at your links.
Thanks in advance.
I can't view your attached pix (only getting the dreaded red X). I've tried copy and paste of your url but still no good (???).
I would really like to see what you have done, could you please take a look at your links.
Thanks in advance.
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Oh yeah 1 more thing...
What's your experience with a TV tuner? What type of reception can you really get in the city using dual diversity antennae (amplified)? Can you hold the channel if you are moving?
Thanks again.
What's your experience with a TV tuner? What type of reception can you really get in the city using dual diversity antennae (amplified)? Can you hold the channel if you are moving?
Thanks again.
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I have a 97 that I put a monitor and DVD player in. I purchased the back piece of the center console that has a spot for a monitor from Crutchfield. Put a Clarion monitor in that and then placed a small DVD player under the passenger seat. Looks and works great!! I can e mail pics if you want to see it. I just checked Crutchfield and cannot find the monitor housings for the '97s anymore but I'm sure there are some out there for 97s and up. Good luck!
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I have a 97 that I put a monitor and DVD player in. I purchased the back piece of the center console that has a spot for a monitor from Crutchfield. Put a Clarion monitor in that and then placed a small DVD player under the passenger seat. Looks and works great!! I can e mail pics if you want to see it. I just checked Crutchfield and cannot find the monitor housings for the '97s anymore but I'm sure there are some out there for 97s and up. Good luck!
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Sorry for the picture problems, I had 'em linked and it wasn't showing up. So I uploaded some to a gallery here.
Navigators
https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...?&albumid=4938
Expeditions
https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...?&albumid=4939
I have more and will add them in soon, just not enough time right now. Any questions, feel free to ask or email me.
Navigators
https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...?&albumid=4938
Expeditions
https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...?&albumid=4939
I have more and will add them in soon, just not enough time right now. Any questions, feel free to ask or email me.
Last edited by Charm City Gators; Jul 21, 2003 at 11:39 AM.
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Originally posted by Mattias
Oh yeah 1 more thing...
What's your experience with a TV tuner? What type of reception can you really get in the city using dual diversity antennae (amplified)? Can you hold the channel if you are moving?
Thanks again.
Oh yeah 1 more thing...
What's your experience with a TV tuner? What type of reception can you really get in the city using dual diversity antennae (amplified)? Can you hold the channel if you are moving?
Thanks again.
I have installed an Alpine TCS system which uses the signal from 4 smaller reception specific DDA antennas which lie flat on the roof to pull in standard broadcast channels. This system seems to work really well and is cable hookup compatible for campsites that offer such luxuries. The system runs around $400 with a standard $100 install.
Last edited by Charm City Gators; Jul 21, 2003 at 03:42 PM.
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Mattias, yeah unfortunately that's a DVD add on that I don't like. I'd rather go with tuner designed for just that and link it to my system. The only time I've ever used the tuner in my personal nav was to catch the opening quarter of a Ravens game when we were stuck in traffic heading to the stadium. And reception was spotty at best from the Panasonic unit I have.
