[USMC Vet]

Can someone who has their Transit, having the radio system 58Y, post a picture of the dash with the system in it?

Trying to figure if there is someplace above the system and below the 4 inch screen, to attach a bracket that would fold forward 90 degrees? I want to put a 7 or 9 inch screen there. When not in use want to fold it forward so it doesn't block the 4 inch factory screen.

Any ideas, thoughts, especially those of you who know how to modify equipment.

Semper Fi

 

[ultane]

Im still trying to figure out which radio system I have...

Hope this helps.

 

[star gazer]

Looks like mine too. It is whatever came standard with the prem package.

 

[USMC Vet]

ultain & star gazer,
Thanks for the response and for the picture ultain.

Looks like there might be an area above the cd slot to attach a bracket. Does it look like that to you?

Anyone know if there are any attachment points under that plastic, or would it better to come up from the area where the usb and power connector, above the center cup holder console, is?

Any ideas would be appreciated.

Thinking of putting the screen for the 3 camera system there. (always on rear, and 2 side cameras). Would be out of the way and not obstruct any outside view, if I can figure a way to mount it.

Semper Fi

 

[alarmist]

That's a decent opportunity to deploy 3M VHB. Might need to swap it out occasionally as it's going to be in the sun and possibly dealing with a leveraged load, but at least you won't need to poke any holes in the dash. You can always do that later when you're certain you have what you want.

 

[PeterR]

USMC Vet, did you catch rmcnelly's post with the ProClip bracket holding his phone? That company might offer a solution you can use?

Stand by for links to follow:

http://www.fordtransitusaforum.com/111425-post5.html

http://www.fordtransitusaforum.com/111417-post4.html

http://www.fordtransitusaforum.com/69418-post36.html

http://www.proclipusa.com/dashboard...4-2016/proclip-center-mount-854857-14638.cmsv

Left mount a little hokey?

http://www.proclipusa.com/dashboard...-left-mount-805003-14638.cmsv?p_leftorright=0

Tablet holder or screen holder can bolt to Transit mounts above?

http://www.proclipusa.com/tablet-holders/car-tablet-holders.aspx

Good luck!

 

[USMC Vet]

That's a decent opportunity to deploy 3M VHB. Might need to swap it out occasionally as it's going to be in the sun and possibly dealing with a leveraged load, but at least you won't need to poke any holes in the dash. You can always do that later when you're certain you have what you want.

alarmist,
Thank you. I had to go online and look that product up. Online rep said a 1-2 inch wide tape, 8-9 inches long should be more than enough to hold a bracket with the monitor in it. Advised basic rule of support is 4 sq in per pound. So she advised even when monitor is folded 90 degrees forward with no other support, the bracket shouldn't come loose from dash.

Thank you, this gives me an option if I can't find anything else.

Semper Fi

 

[USMC Vet]

PeterR,

Checked the Proclip site, then called. They don't have any type of holder that also folds forward 90 degrees. Just tilt and swivel of a few degrees.

Semper Fi

 

[PeterR]

Although a bit hokey maybe, their Move Clip system would let you lift your monitor out of a dash clip and set it aside? Not as simple as you want, but maybe more versatile in the long run. Not sure how, and how often, you anticipate using the monitor (or whether you have the right arm mobility to do this?).

http://www.proclipusa.com/accessories/move-clip-system/move-clip-system-accessories.aspx

 

[USMC Vet]

Although a bit hokey maybe, their Move Clip system would let you lift your monitor out of a dash clip and set it aside? Not as simple as you want, but maybe more versatile in the long run. Not sure how, and how often, you anticipate using the monitor (or whether you have the right arm mobility to do this?).

http://www.proclipusa.com/accessories/move-clip-system/move-clip-system-accessories.aspx

PeterR,

I use hand controls to drive and don't have the ability or grip to do that with my right hand. Flipping monitor up or down with back of hand, might take a few trys each time , but doable.

Semper Fi

 

[PeterR]

OK, there must be some combination of products which can get the monitor where you want it for viewing, and able to be rotated out of the way easily. I am picturing something like a universal all-rotating camera tripod head, which might require an initial set up, after which you could use it as you need. Small enough not to be clunky and in the way.

Maybe we should start with the back up monitor. I think you discussed this in another thread, but do you have a specific one in mind? Maybe you could post a link for it here.

Is the monitor manufacturer able to help with this task at all? Maybe they have a mounting bracket which could be adapted or used as one part of the jigsaw puzzle.

Edit -- is the Tadi system the one you are still thinking of?

http://www.tadibrothers.com/Products/CategoryProducts/RVSystems

http://www.fordtransitusaforum.com/61522-post9.html

Not sure if the following link will work, but the back of their 9" monitor has grooves which may permit mounting the monitor on another čamera tripod head thingamajig, based perhaps to the right of the unit?

http://www.tadibrothers.com/Catalog...ackup-Camera-System-with-Double-CCD-RV-Camera

You might have to click on the Pictures tab at the bottom, then click on the photo (near the bottom of the page) which shows the monitor and its mounting base, to get to a close up of the back -- "Image 17 of 66" in a new pop-up window.


Any chance this may be part of a solution?

 

[mogulman]

I don't know if this would be a good solution but I was looking at it to hold my tablet on my Permobil PWC (Power WheelChair).

http://www.ezlitecruiser.com/collec...cts/ez-lite-cruiser-smart-phone-tablet-holder

 

[USMC Vet]

I don't know if this would be a good solution but I was looking at it to hold my tablet on my Permobil PWC (Power WheelChair).

http://www.ezlitecruiser.com/collec...cts/ez-lite-cruiser-smart-phone-tablet-holder

mogulman,

Hadn't seen something like that, good idea. Even if it doesn't work for my Transit, I'm going to get one for my power wheelchair. Thanks!

PeterR,

A combination of ideas from alarmist, yourself, star gazer and mogulman, might be the solution. I'm going to check with Tadi brothers when I get back today to see if they have a fold down mount. And then see how I can combine the products. Thanks.

Semper Fi

 

[alarmist]

My $35, 7" rearview monitor clips to the rearview mirror and has dual (not triple, sorry) inputs and a remote control. Something like that you could mount higher up (and out of the glare zone) and maybe save some grief.

 

[PeterR]

My $35, 7" rearview monitor clips to the rearview mirror and has dual (not triple, sorry) inputs and a remote control. Something like that you could mount higher up (and out of the glare zone) and maybe save some grief.

Could you provide a link or brand name and model? Thanks.

 

[mogulman]

USMC VET,

Not Transit related but I was also looking at getting this to power the tablet and phone for extended periods. You may be interested in it.

http://www.broadenedhorizons.com/power2go-rapid-quad-usb-charger

Here is another option you may be interested in:

http://www.powerstream.com/WC.htm

 

[alarmist]

Could you provide a link or brand name and model? Thanks.

They are all over ebay and amazon.

[ame]http://www.amazon.com/Inch-Widescreen-Resolution-Automobile-Selecting/dp/B005I7UQ4K/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1427465533&sr=8-3&keywords=rear+view+monitor[/ame]

 

[USMC Vet]

mogulman,

Thanks for your links. I had completely forgotten to check wheelchair mobility attachments until your post yesterday (duh) :blush:. Checked more sights last night and have come up with a plan and a backup plan. Will see which one works best, when I get my wagon and can see which will work best.

Using a "gooseneck" mounting cable that can be attached further down, (in the area of the cup holders or plate with 12 v adapter) and then positioned in front of dash, rotated towards drivers seat.
No need to try and swipe it out of the way, then.

Back up plan is using and modifying the tadibrothers monitor mount, with alarmists idea, mounting it on the dash.

Really like the gooseneck cable idea, gives a lot more flexibility than just having it mounted in one place.

alarmist, star gazer, PeterR and mogulman, Thank You all for your ideas! Hopefully, others wanting to do something similar will now have a starting point to expand their plans around.

Semper Fi

 

[PeterR]

Those gooseneck options looked good indeed, although it will be important to pair the weight of the monitor (including road vibration dynamic loads) with the correct gooseneck. Looking forward to the photos of the finished installation! Good luck . . .

 

[USMC Vet]

Those gooseneck options looked good indeed, although it will be important to pair the weight of the monitor (including road vibration dynamic loads) with the correct gooseneck. Looking forward to the photos of the finished installation! Good luck . . .

PeterR,

Using the gooseneck that is designed for the heavier iPad, for use on a wheelchair, that registers every surface defect as we roll along, should hopefully, have no problem with a lighter monitor screen.

Semper Fi