Installing an External Carplay Screen (not using OEM screen) DIY Project

[Tito71]

Just wanted to share a project I am working on
(still in progress)

warning: it's for my own needs (I will explain later)
not necessary to reply to this thread with comments like
-Not for me
-Don't like it
-Uggly
etc
Any constructive comments I am ready to read and learn
I am just a regular guy with basic DIY skills

Pictures:

Bought this carplay screen (Yes, I am from Canada so amazon.ca link):
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0C1T5D8VQ?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

Why ?

2 main reasons:

First thing when I first sat in the Maverick
I started to grab the screen to see if I could adjust it
(not possible) finding it's facing down too much

Two, when I pop in the Maverick I always use Carplay (Spotify and Google Maps)
and nothing else on the original OEM screen (radio, etc). Am tired of seeing in the middle
of the screen the volume and temperature when changing them.

This Carplay sreen is 9"
Wish I could have found a bigger one (but this one fitted my budget)
but the fact it is going in front of the OEM screen
it looks bigger and finally I can adjust this screen with more angles

If I need to access the original OEM screen underneath
it takes a second to slide it up. The black liner is protecting the
OEM screen and is held up by 4 pieces of double sided 3M tape
(also easy to remove)

All is working fine and Music (with Bluetooth) is playing in the Maverick
without issues. Project still in progress so didn't receive or make a call yet
with this new setup.

Also, I can use Apple Airplay on this Carplay screen

Anyway fits my needs
Just wanted to share something different with all of you

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[MDmaverick]

Very nice. Any problems with the new screen vibrating over bumps or is the double sided 3M tape up to the task?
As I’m getting older, I appreciate the larger screen.

 

[Tito71]

Very nice. Any problems with the new screen vibrating over bumps or is the double sided 3M tape up to the task?
As I’m getting older, I appreciate the larger screen.

Good question since I just started this project now (after my day job)
I still didn't drive the Maverick with this new setup yet
I will reply back here when done

so that and calling/receiving a call (2 things to do)

 

[Automan21]

How is connected? through usb?

 

[Tito71]

How is connected? through usb?

That new Carplay screen gets power with a regular usb-c cable
other Carplay screen connection = Bluetooth for Spotify in the Maverick's speakers

 

[icegradner]

The only concern I can see with this is, how well attached is it? Is it just those little plastic clips or small magnets? If you are in a collision, I'd be concerned that it will come flying off and hit you.

 

[Tito71]

The only concern I can see with this is, how well attached is it? Is it just those little plastic clips or small magnets? If you are in a collision, I'd be concerned that it will come flying off and hit you.

You are correct, I will take a test drive soon and see what happens if for example I hit a couple of pot holes. The brackets are made of metal (pictures are not clear I know, end of the day picts).
Something to look for. Thanks for the tip!!!

 

[Bob The Builder]

My concern is having to raise the screen up in order to use the backup camera mostly. I should have installed something like this on my 05 Ranger years ago.

 

[Tito71]

My concern is having to raise the screen up in order to use the backup camera mostly. I should have installed something like this on my 05 Ranger years ago.

You are correct, I forgot about the reverse cam on the OEM screen … am still learning here and I can always go back to the original setup in a few seconds. Thanks for reminding me

 

[Tito71]

You are correct, I forgot about the reverse cam on the OEM screen … am still learning here and I can always go back to the original setup in a few seconds. Thanks for reminding me

Reverse CAM on OEM screen completly forgot about that one!
I do use a visor dash cam but it`s not the same I know

 

[Darklyter]

That's about the size of a tablet. Consider something like a 'cup holder tablet mount', like this? Instead of covering up the factory screen?
https://a.co/d/ezMGDB9
not trying to endorse Amazoin but that came up in a quick Google search..

 

[Tito71]

Work in progress that Carplay screen comes with a backup camera (so you can view the same kind of pict as the original OEM screen). I did not install yet

 

[Tito71]

That's about the size of a tablet. Consider something like a 'cup holder tablet mount', like this? Instead of covering up the factory screen?
https://a.co/d/ezMGDB9
not trying to endorse Amazoin but that came up in a quick Google search..

thanks for the idea

 

[Darklyter]

Post up if you try that. Your idea for the 2nd screen has my brain spinning now

 

[Tito71]

Post up if you try that. Your idea for the 2nd screen has my brain spinning now

That’s why I am sharing

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