Portable DVD vs. Headrest DVD
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Ok. The thing I think I miss most (or my son misses most) about our Pacifica is that it had the DVD system. Does anyone have experience with the headrest DVD systems in their G's? I don't really want to get the ones you strap onto the seat because they are so bulky but I don't know anyone with the aftermarket headrest screens. I need something that can hook up and play DVD's and can hook up to the common game systems (PS2, PS1, Xbox, GC) as well.
Any thoughts? options? opinions?(wait - might not want those)
Any thoughts? options? opinions?(wait - might not want those)
Can't you get an aftermarket drop-down that wires into the overhead - similar to what you had in the Pac?
I've seen them so I know it's do-able, just don't know what it would cost. I'd look at aftermarket stereo installers - Circuit City has this one for $799 that has a wireless FM transmitter built in - it's a starting place.
Good luck!
I've seen them so I know it's do-able, just don't know what it would cost. I'd look at aftermarket stereo installers - Circuit City has this one for $799 that has a wireless FM transmitter built in - it's a starting place.
Good luck!
Originally Posted by SixgearSedan
My 5.1 dolby digital surround sound with 3 tv monitors and 1500 watts of power.
Looks sweet though - thumbs up!
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Originally Posted by SixgearSedan
My 5.1 dolby digital surround sound with 3 tv monitors and 1500 watts of power.
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Originally Posted by GeeWillikers
How much? This is a system to travel with. I doubt she wants to spend thousands to accomplish what she can for a few hundred.
Looks sweet though - thumbs up!

Looks sweet though - thumbs up!

Dunno Cheryl. I haven't ever really looked at one in person. These looked small in the picture - sorry if they were misleading.
I've seen others that are like an entire overhead console - these looked like smaller pieces.
I've seen others that are like an entire overhead console - these looked like smaller pieces.
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Originally Posted by GeeWillikers
Dunno Cheryl. I haven't ever really looked at one in person. These looked small in the picture - sorry if they were misleading.
I've seen others that are like an entire overhead console - these looked like smaller pieces.
I've seen others that are like an entire overhead console - these looked like smaller pieces.
I wouldn't buy it from them anyway. I am going to go by the local Tweeter and talk to the manager there. For anyone in our area, this guy is AWESOME! He has been in audio for about 12-15 years mostly car audio but home as well. He should be able to help me some. The hubby is out of town until Thursday so while I am in withdrawals I will need something to do.
Yes, we are one of those disgusting couples that actually like each other (if you've seen Chris Rock's standup you got that reference)
Sounds like a good plan - let us know how it works out and what you choose. I'm sure your guy can hook something up that you'll like. The headrest units are getting cheaper but for decent quality you're still looking at a good bit of $$.
Good luck!
Good luck!
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OK. I went by Tweeter tonight and talked to one of their guys (the usual person I deal with wasn't there). He had several ideas but I am still not sure. He was discouraged about the headrest DVD screens b/c of the slant of the headrests. Gotta find somebody with these so I can see them in person. Had a few ideas about some obscure placements of the DVD with drop-down screens. Not having a good enough cross beam may eliminate the option of the flip downs that Gee suggested.
Going back tomorrow to talk to their "head installer" to see what he can come up with. I'll let you know what they say.
Going back tomorrow to talk to their "head installer" to see what he can come up with. I'll let you know what they say.
I'm sure those guys can come up with something - you could consider headrest replacements... Have to be picky not to mess up the look of the interior though. You don't want two big sofa-looking headrests sitting up there...
Keep us posted.
Keep us posted.
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Originally Posted by trey's wife
OK. I went by Tweeter tonight and talked to one of their guys (the usual person I deal with wasn't there). He had several ideas but I am still not sure. He was discouraged about the headrest DVD screens b/c of the slant of the headrests. Gotta find somebody with these so I can see them in person. Had a few ideas about some obscure placements of the DVD with drop-down screens. Not having a good enough cross beam may eliminate the option of the flip downs that Gee suggested.
Going back tomorrow to talk to their "head installer" to see what he can come up with. I'll let you know what they say.
Going back tomorrow to talk to their "head installer" to see what he can come up with. I'll let you know what they say.You can get adjustable head rests
http://infinitipa.zoovy.com/product/Y34HEADREST
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Originally Posted by inTgr8r

That will likely solve part of my problem. Now just to work out the details about the rest. This kid better appreciate all this work! LOL!!




