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05-09-2011, 09:42 PM | #1 |
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mounting computer in cab????
I was wondering if its OK to mount a computer above the heater box in my 76, will it be to hot sitting there, is there a reason they are mounted outside the cab from factory??
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05-09-2011, 10:02 PM | #2 |
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Re: mounting computer in cab????
You can mount it there, it shouldn't be any hotter than the engine compartment in the summer.
I think the factory mounts them under the hood just for convenience. The hardest part about mounting it inside the cab is getting the wiring harness through the firewall, it takes a good size hole, then you need to figure out how to seal it up when your done. |
05-09-2011, 11:37 PM | #3 |
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Re: mounting computer in cab????
I kept mine underhood, but in front towards the venting in the core support/inner fender. I was hoping that might keep it a bit cooler, and I had space there. There isn't a ton of room under the dash, especially if you have a good amount of after market wiring or things like stereos etc.
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05-10-2011, 01:20 AM | #4 |
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Re: mounting computer in cab????
Here's mine in that same spot.
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05-10-2011, 05:54 AM | #5 |
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Re: mounting computer in cab????
I put mine under the hood using the factory mount.
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05-10-2011, 10:53 AM | #6 |
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Re: mounting computer in cab????
Me too!
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05-10-2011, 10:50 PM | #7 |
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Re: mounting computer in cab????
Mine is under the hood, might get moved in the future. What stopped me from going under the dash was not knowing where I would have space when I get aftermarket AC.
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05-11-2011, 02:13 AM | #8 |
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Re: mounting computer in cab????
I've got a custom center console so I mounted mine inside of that and the harness comes up though a hole in the transmission tunnel. Seems to work good and its sealed with a rubber boot.
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05-11-2011, 07:22 AM | #9 |
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Re: mounting computer in cab????
yea when i do my swap ill have to find somewhere good and dry and safe from the elements of trail riding and wheelin so any good pics of in cab mounts would be good
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