External XM Mount
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External XM Mount
Has anyone ever used a mount like this to mount their external XM receiver in a C5? How easy was the instal and what tools were involved? Any advice would be helpful. Thanks
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I mounted mine behind the flap of the ashtray. I can close the ashtray and it looks absolutely bone stock.....like the rest of my car!
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I mounted mine behind the flap of the ashtray. I can close the ashtray and it looks absolutely bone stock.....like the rest of my car!
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Currently the cables are all running through the ashtray under the center consol behind the pass seat(under the carpet) the antenna in mounted dead center on top of the rear window. I have the FM Clip and it is mounted inside the rear window just below the antenna clip. The only cable visible is the power cable that runs into the ashtray area under the center consol and then into the center glove box to the power supply enclosed.
The unit I have is too big to fit in the ashtray with out modifications. That was my goal but I don't want to rip apart the dash and cut a larger hole in the ashtray area.
The unit I have is too big to fit in the ashtray with out modifications. That was my goal but I don't want to rip apart the dash and cut a larger hole in the ashtray area.
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The TomTom can't be much heavier than the MYFI.Yes,its the proclip.The clip is solid once its in,you'll really have to torque it for it to come loose.If it come loose its taking dash with it.jerry
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Tjis may be another option for you
Proclip retail a series of clip on holders for all sorts of devices. I'm sure thy'd have one for XM although I haven't looked too hard. I got one for my PDA a while ago. they clip on to the edge of the radio bezel and can be removed when not in use.
Heres the link
http://www.proclipusa.com/devicehold...ceholders.aspx
I'm sure this is OK to post as I don't know of a Forum Vendor that sells them so theyre not competing.
Proclip retail a series of clip on holders for all sorts of devices. I'm sure thy'd have one for XM although I haven't looked too hard. I got one for my PDA a while ago. they clip on to the edge of the radio bezel and can be removed when not in use.
Heres the link
http://www.proclipusa.com/devicehold...ceholders.aspx
I'm sure this is OK to post as I don't know of a Forum Vendor that sells them so theyre not competing.
