R34 Gt-T Dvd/nav Unit

[-Boz-]

So after doing a bit of reading (thanks search function!) it is fairly obvious that the Xanavi unit in the GT-T is more or less uselss as a GPS, but can be used to pump out DVD's/TV if the unit is still functional.

I was just curious as to what other people have managed to achieve with the screen. I am sure that the combination of time + loads of cash = whatever the hell you want but I wanted to know what people have done to get different functionality out of the unit so I can start to suss out my options.

From what I have read it seems like the main options are:

- Ripping the whole thing out and sticking a triple gauge cluster in.

- Hooking a converter or after market DVD system up in the boot to at least get video options.

- I have seen a couple of fancy pants in car computer setups as well.

What else has been done? Has anyone successfully managed to get GPS up and running using a system such as this.

I love the idea of having the in dash Nav/DVD as an option but if it is too much hassle to get up and running then I might just go with the triple gauge as a replacement instead.

[Chris Rogers]

yep that can be done. buy the garmin unit and from there do one of two things. replace the screen with a 7" motorised drop in. (I have a few of these) then punch that navi through it and route the audio via the drivers door. the screens I use are a 3 input item and you can punch a camera into them as well. OR hack the stock system. its easier to start fresh with the stock system removed and the correct ac controller in place..

[-Boz-]

To get that all changed over (stock system removed, new AC controller etc) that would also require the double DIN face plate, new brackets and something to stick into said DIN slots (as well as the new AC facia.) The AC unit it's self is the same for both positions, just with the different facia and brackets to hold it all in correct?

At least getting all new face plates would save me the trouble of repainting them all The car I'm taking ownership of in a couple of days is showing signs of peeling/scratches on a lot of the plastics. Got to love the shitty pain on the R34's...

[Carbon 34]

To get that all changed over (stock system removed, new AC controller etc) that would also require the double DIN face plate, new brackets and something to stick into said DIN slots (as well as the new AC facia.) The AC unit it's self is the same for both positions, just with the different facia and brackets to hold it all in correct?

At least getting all new face plates would save me the trouble of repainting them all The car I'm taking ownership of in a couple of days is showing signs of peeling/scratches on a lot of the plastics. Got to love the shitty pain on the R34's...

mine is converted over from stock to a complete aftermarket setup using mutiple screens., pm me if you want more info.