I found this really cool car install someone did on their VW GTI. I really like how he ran the power from the 12V source in the trunk. Looks very clean.

http://www.torquesteer.com/garage/howto/ipodinstall/

Its a clean install. Gives some good info on where people who want to use thier stock stereo to work with the Ipod need to go. It also points out that if you really want to enjoy your ipod using the belkin is the only way to go.

Taskman

Here is the write up for my install into my 2003 A4 Avant.

Quote: Originally posted by noelty
Here is the write up for my install into my 2003 A4 Avant.

Here's mine (previously posted) for an '01 Civic. Since the original posting, I've concealed most of the audio cabling, although I didn't stash the Belkin charger because I travel and take it to use in rental cars in conjunction with a Gruv-X FM transmitter.

2001 Honda Civic iPod Install

One handy tip - if you're having problems with the 1/8" jack coming out of the line-out port on the Belkin, split the pair of wires just behind the mini-jack on your RCA -> 1/8" cable. Stick a velcro cable-tie through there and wrap up and around the Belkin tightly. No more shaking the cable loose going over a bump.

I agree that the Belkin is the way to go. No need to adjust the volume on your iPod - once you've dialed in the right volume on the Belkin line-out, you're golden. Also, at least in my Civic, a ground loop isolator didn't help - without the Belkin, it just wouldn't work.

Quote: Originally posted by noelty
Here is the write up for my install into my 2003 A4 Avant.

Can you tell me what type of mount you're using for your iPod?

Thanks!

http://ww2.aaiserv.com:8081/pics/cars/car/ipod/

Some pictures from my install

Edit: Final result - http://ww2.aaiserv.com:8081/pics/car...d/P1010064.JPG

Here's my iPod install in my Chrysler Sebring Convertible

my install. the best part about it is that it's at a good eye level and whenever i blast the air condition, my ipod is as cool as an ice cube

watch out for condensation

Quote: Originally posted by iamaustin
watch out for condensation

huh? condensation only forms on things when the ambiet air is warmer than that thing. so, if airconditioning is blowing over the ipod, it's not possible for the ipod to become cooler than the air blowing over it.

Quote: Originally posted by momotaro
Can you tell me what type of mount you're using for your iPod?

Thanks!

Yes. I bought a piece that mounts to the passenger side of the center console from Clair Parts . The part is made specifically for my Audi and it was pricey!!! $80. It is a cell phone mount and I bought a cheap cell phone holder from Radio Shack, as a matter of fact it is the same holder (air conditioner mount) as in rasc post. I just removed the plastic piece on the back in order to super glue it flush to the mount.


It looks much better in person! The wow factor is incredible the first time people see it....

to rasc especially,

I got this same Radio Shack vent cellphone kit. I don't want to do anything messy and permanent in my car. But I cannot figure out how to get this thing to stay. I've had vent mount things before (different car, that was a Honda Civic), but for some reason I can't see how to get this to stay put in my Saab.

Did you have any trouble? Is there some trick I should know? I stick it in the vents, it seems really stable. I drive around. Then suddenly BAM! everything's on the floor. . .

http://www.rasc.org/2003/random/ipod...s/ipodcar2.jpg

That's the image of the holder. You have to make sure that it clicks VERY well. Mine's stayed and I drive on BUMPY roads. Good Luck with yours

rasc,

Okay, I think the picture helps. I'll give it another try.

Thanks.

Quote: Originally posted by boister77
my install. the best part about it is that it's at a good eye level and whenever i blast the air condition, my ipod is as cool as an ice cube

what the hell cable is that which lets you play the ipod through the stereo AND charge it without having a bunch of wires??