Tx3400

[Tim]

Just wondering if anybody has fitted a TX 3400 to a new Disco using a bracket without drilling the dash etc.

Cheers

Tim

[Franz]

Just wondering if anybody has fitted a TX 3400 to a new Disco using a bracket without drilling the dash etc.

Cheers

Tim
D2 or D3

[dmdigital]

Don't drill use silastic to affix everything. This is how I have it installed in my D2. Should also work on a D3. Just make sure surfaces are very clean and that pressure is applied whilst it cures.

[Jamo]

Double sided tape and velcro. I didn't use the bracket either, just attached the head directly.

[waynep]

I used double sided tape ( good brand like 3M ) or velcro to mount anything that if not too heavy - a control head should be fine. Just make sure that surfaces are thoroughly cleaned with metho first. If it doesn't stay put then consider drilling holes.

[Slunnie]

Mine is drilled and screwed in. :D

[incisor]

I used double sided tape ( good brand like 3M ) or velcro to mount anything that if not too heavy - a control head should be fine. Just make sure that surfaces are thoroughly cleaned with metho first. If it doesn't stay put then consider drilling holes.
use medicated metho, not normal metho, as normal metho leaves a residue that will affect the joint.

[waynep]

use medicated metho, not normal metho, as normal metho leaves a residue that will affect the joint.

that's a point - where can you get that ? you can get stuff from the chemist called isopropyl alcohol that we used to use in the electronics game for cleaning things, but I am not sure if that is the same thing.

[Utemad]

I mount everything in my vehicles with double sided tape. That foam stuff. This includes the Tx4400 in my old Rodeo and the car kit in our work F250.
The Tx4400 isn't light but has a large area for lots of tape. However I was surprised that the car phone kit has stayed put considering you are always pushing/pulling the phone.

The Tx3200 and microphone holder came screwed into my D1 by the previous owner though.

[Tim]

I have found a spot without having to drill any obvious holes. If you pull the tray on the left side of the gear stick selector and the next fitting is held by some fairly tight squeeze clips. I'm planning to fix the TX3400 to the plate underneath and store the main box underneath the head out of sight or under the dash depending on space. It means the head will be at right angle to the driver but no big deal. Anyone else tried this?

[Signal1]

I'm installing my TX3400 in my D2 tomorrow. Would it be possible for you to post a pic or email a pic of where you have placed yours please?

I was thinking of the plastic panel above the rear vision mirror (where the sunroof switches normally are).

Thanks.

[incisor]

that's a point - where can you get that ? you can get stuff from the chemist called isopropyl alcohol that we used to use in the electronics game for cleaning things, but I am not sure if that is the same thing.
just ask for medicated metho at the chemist, they use it for cleaning earings etc etc

[dobbo]

I'm installing my TX3400 in my D2 tomorrow. Would it be possible for you to post a pic or email a pic of where you have placed yours please?

I was thinking of the plastic panel above the rear vision mirror (where the sunroof switches normally are).

Thanks.


If you install it in this spot (running the wiring along the windscreen and down the a pillar presumably). The wiring might be either a tad unsightly or a real PITA to install, also the head unit might have to be scewed into place considering it will be defying gravity this also would depend on weight, you may get away with using silastic or double sided tape. Also where would you be placing the base unit? I doubt it but would the need for extra long wiring from the head to the base unit degrade the signal quality and clarity?

Presumptions

If the aerial is mounted up front then would under the dash be a good spot for the base unit to minimise the length of cables to the aerial.

If the antenna is mounted at the rear of the vehicle would having the base unit mounted under the drivers seat (middle of car) be the ideal to minimise the length of wiring involved

The big question is: Do the length of the wiring and cables really make that much of a difference to signal quality and strength.

[FenianEel]

I'm installing my TX3400 in my D2 tomorrow. Would it be possible for you to post a pic or email a pic of where you have placed yours please?

I was thinking of the plastic panel above the rear vision mirror (where the sunroof switches normally are).

Thanks.

I've got a TX 4400 mounted there in my D2.
Ran the wires behind the facia and down behind the righthand pillar.
Mounted it with the bracket. It's been there about 2 years and it's solid as, never going anywhere.