My iPod solution

[Kailua250]

Thanks to the inspiration of CopperX, I decided to do an iPod install of my own. I don't bring drinks in the car and since it is a little easier to access as opposed to the storage area just under the arm rest, I decided to turn the driver's side cup holder into an iPod interface. I used matte board to make the cradle for the dock and also the cover. I need to get some c-strip moulding like CopperX used to line the outter edge and maybe put a coat of clear sealant on the cover to make it match the plastics in the center console more.
It is sturdy so I can use the click wheel and the location is good so I can see the screen and reach the controlls.
Anyway, here are the pics...

The connections in the armrest:

running the wires to the cup holder:

The cradle to hold the dock:

Dock in the cup holder:

Covered:

And done!:

 

[AlexJet]

Looks very nice!

 

[Gh0st]

very nice costom look to it!

 

[mx52nr]

impressive!

 

[Uneek]

Looks great. What's even better is you're taking advantage of the 4R and the Apple's features and not having to more parts.

 

[icantsee]

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