Rear Seat Video

VaTundra1 · #1 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 09:52 AM

I'm trying to find a solution to getting a video monitor so that the rear passengers can view dvd's, games, etc.

Headrest monitors would be nice, but for (2) they can be expensive, plus I have Wet Okole's and don't want to go cutting a hole in them for the monitors.

I was thinking of using (1) monitor and locating it in the rear sun-glass holder spot in the overhead console. (See pictures below)
It would be less expensive than 2 monitors, and still allow both rear passengers to clearly see the video.

I would think that getting the wires run from the head unit to the monitor would be a pain without taking down the console and headliner.

If anyone has any input...It would be appreciated.

OntheRox · #2 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 09:59 AM

I have been entertaining this as well, but I havent seen a monitor that small...seems to me it would sit down in the "holder" a bit and then cut off most of the pic...what dimensions are you going for?

VaTundra1 · #3 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by OntheRox

I have been entertaining this as well, but I havent seen a monitor that small...seems to me it would sit down in the "holder" a bit and then cut off most of the pic...what dimensions are you going for?

I've seen some cheap 7" LCD monitors.
I was thinking of taking the dremmel and cutting out the sunglass pocket so the monitor could be mounted flush to the inside of the flip down.
The actual measurements of the flip down is close to 8" wide...easily wide enough for a 7" monitor.

OntheRox · #4 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by VaTundra1

I've seen some cheap 7" LCD monitors.
I was thinking of taking the dremmel and cutting out the sunglass pocket so the monitor could be mounted flush to the inside of the flip down.
The actual measurements of the flip down is close to 8" wide...easily wide enough for a 7" monitor.

Hmmm...I see. Sounds like a good video for the DIY contest...go for it

Then I will do it

millsp · #5 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 10:43 AM

If I'm not mistaken Toyota makes a drop down monitor for that exact spot.

OntheRox · #6 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by millsp

If I'm not mistaken Toyota makes a drop down monitor for that exact spot.

gotta link?

millsp · #7 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 11:38 AM

I believe you have to chang out the Overhead Console and you need this bracket

Collision Catalog - 2007 - Toyota - Tundra
Electrical, Entertainment system components, Display unit, Mount bracket, W/o sunroof

http://miami.toyotapartscenter.net/?ref=GOOG-17-GT Link only takes you to the page not the part.

Then you need the components.

VaTundra1 · #8 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by millsp

I believe you have to chang out the Overhead Console and you need this bracket

Collision Catalog - 2007 - Toyota - Tundra
Electrical, Entertainment system components, Display unit, Mount bracket, W/o sunroof

http://miami.toyotapartscenter.net/?ref=GOOG-17-GT Link only takes you to the page not the part.

Then you need the components.

$2,365.00

!!!!! For the sand display unit...
What the hell comes with that package!

Unless I'm looking at the wrong part number...
Thanks for the link though.

VaTundra1 · #9 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by OntheRox

Hmmm...I see. Sounds like a good video for the DIY contest...go for it

Then I will do it

Making me the guinea pig, huh?

I'll see what I can do...Once I get rolling on the project, I'll be sure to post some pics, and possibly a write-up.

OntheRox · #10 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by VaTundra1

$2,365.00

!!!!! For the sand display unit...
What the hell comes with that package!

Unless I'm looking at the wrong part number...
Thanks for the link though.

LMAO...I think I'll wait for your DIY...ready set ....

VaTundra1 · #11 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 01:48 PM

Here's a cheap-o monitor I found...just my train of thought here...

POWER ACOUSTIK PT-717HR 7'' Widescreen Headrest Monitor (with IR Repeater functions) - PT717HR - Buy.com

millsp · #12 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 02:36 PM

Check out this place. I've been ordering stuff from them for years and they have always been reliable. Sales are catalog and over the phone however their prices are excellent.

Check the MTV-5699WS

MICROVISION MONITORS

VaTundra1 · #13 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by millsp

Check out this place. I've been ordering stuff from them for years and they have always been reliable. Sales are catalog and over the phone however their prices are excellent.

Check the MTV-5699WS

MICROVISION MONITORS

Sweet! Thanks for the link...

VaTundra1 · #14 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 02:56 PM

One more thing...since the wiring is going to be the hardest part...

Does anyone have a pdf or something about how to remove the upper console / head liner and pillar covers?
I like to be prepared before I go ripping stuff off in there!

millsp · #15 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 03:04 PM

Over head is 4 torx screws two in the front panel 2 in the back then the whole unit drops down. unplug the light wires and its out. You can see pictures on this by downloading the install instruction for the auto dimming mirror on Sparks web site. As for the pillar covers the little doors in the Oh Sh*t handles hide the bolts. Remove them and the covers come right off. Be cautious in running wires down those because there are Air bag components in there. You will see when you get the covers off.