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  1. 03-18-2016, 05:12 AM #1
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    Default How I covered the awful Atari gauges

    The Atari gauges were probably the biggest turnoff for me when purchasing the G8. However, I proceeded with the assumption that there was a simple, appealing alternative. After spending some time looking through what others have done, I was down to breaking the bank to spend 1.5k on a whole new HSV stereo/dash setup or settling for a reprogrammed triple Atari gauge. I tossed around the idea of covering it up with a tablet, but I wasn't liking the idea of creating a custom mold or settling with some of the other methods I saw on how to mount it. But...once I received the the LG G Pad 8.3X from Verizon for free with the purchase of my V10, I had to make it work. So here is what I did to mount the tablet, in my opinion, in a very clean, stable, accessible, cheap, easy way:

    Yes, Velcro




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    I have since added a case, being that I remove the tablet and throw it in the glove box for security reasons. With the case on, there is no need to leave a open space for the SD card, so I filled the gap with more Velcro. Color of the case is spot on, matching the G8's interior trim. The case is also great for keeping the tablet cool while in direct sunlight.


    What Velcro?


    Gas mileage...


    Or performance??


    App (Dash Command):
    https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...hCommand&hl=en

    OBDII (Bluetooth Adapter): http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...ilpage_o06_s00
    $11 Prime is tough to beat..

    Tablet:
    http://tablets.specout.com/l/1131/LG-G-Pad-X-8-3
    http://www.verizonwireless.com/tablets/lg-g-pad-x8-3/


    Tablet Case:
    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...ilpage_o05_s00
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  2. 03-18-2016, 07:14 AM #2
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    I've had the app and the device for almost a year and have yet to use it! lol

    Looks good! Kind of BMWish...

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    Put that thing to use!
    It did turn out better than I expected. Others have said the same thing. I haven't really looked at the newer BMW's to confirm. What models have a similar setup?
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    Quote Originally Posted by FCNFST View Post
    Put that thing to use!
    It did turn out better than I expected. Others have said the same thing. I haven't really looked at the newer BMW's to confirm. What models have a similar setup?
    Most of if not all of the new ones have what looks like a tablet sticking up from the dash. Sisters 3 series, dads X5, M6, and M4 all do.

    I have the HSV triple gauges so I don't want to cover them up, but I thought WTH, I have a 5.5" iPhone 6s+ so why not? Just keep forgetting to install it. I only drive the car a few hundred miles a year so...

    2009.5 MSM GXP 500ish N/A RWHP. Mods include but aren't limited to: Texas Speed 418 (6.8L) fully forged held together with ARP from top to bottom, PRC 255cc heads, Rick Crawford intake plenum, TB port, polish and tune, Roto-Fab 102mm CAI w/LS7 MAF, Kooks 1-7/8" headers wrapped with DEI, Corsa catless system, Circle D 3200 Stall, 3.45 final drive, BMR's complete street bushing kit and sway bars, Eibach Pro Kit, G-Force Axles, running on staggered VMR 710's with Bridgestone RE11 rubber. HSV triple gauge pack with Calais smokers kit mod, V6 tails, debadge/rebadge, V6 door handles, AU black door trim, Maverick Man under hood strut covers, & washer and bolt kit, fully corrected paint thanks to Adams Polishes and my hard work. Built with reliability in mind with some power for those times when you need to pass or go over a big hill. Just a poser, not a racer!
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    Cool mod!


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    pretty cool idea !

    now find a flip display radio and jack the flip mech from it and make the display flip when needed
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    I had my Atari gauge reprogrammed, and I'm not a fan of the velcro, however, that looks great. If I could get gravity and the ability to ignore inertia, I would throw my tablet up there. 87 days to HRPT. I'll try something.
    Rest in Peace Charlie!

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  8. 03-20-2016, 05:14 AM #8
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    Wow - looks great! Were you able to bring power up to it, or do you just run off of battery?
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  9. 12-29-2016, 10:41 AM #9
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    Can you read Oil pressure with this setup and through that app? I just ordered a Bluetooth OBD2 reader and am planning to do the same thing with a tablet.

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