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Old Apr 12, 2009 | 05:48 PM
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Evo X with computer

Hi,
Here is my carputer.
This is my Evo X with complete stereo replacement. The computer is used for all stereo needs needs, FM, Ipod, MP3s on the harddrive, backup camera, DVD player, Navigation, etc.

Here is the spec list:
8 inch Lilliput LCD molded into the dash by Nexson
Atom 330 Mini ITX
1 gig
64 SSD
USB FM radio
Bluetooth
WiFi
GPS
DVD Rom
Centrafuse 2.X.X

Mounting the DVD ROM


I moved the computer to the spot just right of the glovebox.


8 inch Touchscreen


Ejected CD



Installing XP


Wiring the stock amp into the Carputer.



Molded LCD with buttons molded in under the screen.


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Old Apr 12, 2009 | 06:20 PM
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I did that in my last car (TSX). I loved Centrafuse. I'm not sure I'm going to do it again, but it looks like you did a good job. Did you have the optional Rockford system? If so, how did you interface with the amp?
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Old Apr 12, 2009 | 06:29 PM
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Thanks!
I have the Rockford system, I made it work with my old Alpine head unit.
See link
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/ev...dio-works.html
I just re-wired it to work with the carputer.
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Old Apr 12, 2009 | 06:40 PM
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So the factory amp is IN the head unit? I thought it was under the seat.

Edit: Ignore that - I get it now. That looks like a pain. I think when I go about installing a NAV unit I'm just going to end up bypassing all of the factory wiring an amp and installing a 5 channel unit.

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Old Apr 12, 2009 | 06:57 PM
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I plan to one day install a PDX-5 alpine 5 channel amp, but not until I finish the carputer.

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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 05:30 AM
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Dumb question, How to do insert a dvd disc? where is the dvd drive located, between the seat and trunk?
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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 06:55 AM
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looking good man
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Old Apr 13, 2009 | 09:20 AM
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Thanks, Lancer0220.
I'm going to mount the DVD read/writer under the HVAC controls like SupremeX did here:https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/ev...-carputer.html

I just ran out of time this weekend. I still need to mount the space navigater control in the center console. I'm having someone mold it in for me.
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Old Apr 20, 2009 | 04:22 AM
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Updated photos on the 1st post. Added DVD rom install.
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Old Apr 20, 2009 | 06:23 AM
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Incredible. Great job. Present the idea to mitsubishi and lets see what they say.
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Old Apr 20, 2009 | 09:59 AM
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that looks awesome! i like the location of the cd drive
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Old Apr 21, 2009 | 09:40 AM
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Thanks, I think I'm going to place my 10" bandpass box in the trunck between the Batt and the washer fluid (were the computer used to be). Then create carpeted peices of plexi to replace the cheap floor and side panels.

Has anyone on here done this yet?
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Old Apr 21, 2009 | 10:07 AM
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looks a bit troublesome, I don't want a pc sliding around in my trunk at the track. lol
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Old Apr 22, 2009 | 12:14 PM
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I moved it from the trunk to the spot in the dash between the glove box and fender. Is held in place by a metal bracket I fabed.
The PC it's self looks like a amp, only smaller. I'm using a solidstate harddrive so I don't have to worry about bumps.
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Old Apr 23, 2009 | 04:00 AM
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Just wondering, how much money did you end up spending on you carputer?
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