It took a little than expected, but here it is.

My list of components:
1. Metra Double DIN Dash Kit
2. Acer Aspire One netbook
3. Touchscreen kit
4 .USB powered hub
5. USB 6-Channel audio card
6. USB VGA converter
7. USB Bluetooth
8. 3 x phono-to-AV adapters
9. 5 channel amplifier
10. Slot load USB DVD
11. Headrest monitors
12. PCMCIA Wireless Hub
13. 12v-to-5v DC converters
14. USB GPS Module
15. USB squid hub (mini and full USB ports in ash tray)
16. Zune HD (in case I want radio besides HD Internet streaming)
17. Free Microsoft Origami Experience 2.0 front end for media, calendar, Outlook integration and application launcher

I used the netbook's 8.9 screen (which fits almost perfectly behind a modified Metra double DIN X-Type kit) and I had to put a momentary soldered from the motherboard next to the screen to suspend and resume Windows.

The only thing that make this usable is the Origami frontend. I tried a bunch of others from MP3car.com, but this is by far superior in look and feel + integration (and it's free).

Here are some pics of the install, Origami front end, headrests, slot DVD and router:

 

That is sick and clean. Always wanted to do this as a project.

What did the final cost end up being? and man hours?

Did you Paint your front bumper marker?

I got the same platinum color sport, looking to do borlas first, the 18 inch Arubas are curbed up bad. Waiting to get a wood grain wheel installed soon.

For the HandR Springs did you have to get the fenders rolled w the 20's?

looks nice man!

FabFive

 

wow that looks really good.

 

that about sums it up. Wow!

 

Thanks. I enjoy the challenge and most expensive parts were given to me or I had them from previous cars (netbook, OS, amplifier, headrest LCDs), so I am only into it under $300. Touchscreen kit at $72 shipped was the most expensive thing, everything else was nickel and dime stuff (typically <$30 each thing). I spent most time figuring out everything needed and testing software (maybe 50 hours) and about 8 hours total installing. I still need to clean up the trunk a bit. I plan to do a false rear deck so the current factory subwoofer area looks enclosed with matching trunkliner. I loathe highlighted systems where you pop the trunk and there is no space left and a bunch of "look at me" neon garbage, speakers and amps exposed. I used to compete in IASCA competitions in the 1990's, so stealth installs are my thing (just wish the headrests were stealthier).

Bumper markers are wrapped in graphics vinyl. The silver is a perfect match.

Fenders are rolled for a previous set of 19x10 ET 35 and 19x8.5 ET 35, but honestly, I don't think I would have needed to roll with these since the rears stick so far into the fender. I will space the rears out eventually, because the current offset on 20x9.5's (ET45) looks a little too wimpy for me. The fronts are fine though.

 

I am joining in your party too.
WOW

 

VERY nice install! Looks like something I'd love to go with!

 

I remember reading that you were doing it and thought that it would look like crap. Kudos to you, it looks factory, very very clean.

Now I want to do it. Seems to me that a double din head unit is out of the question since there doesn't seem to be enough room. You can get internet radio with a GSM card in the netbook, but one question, does the bluetooth work? Like on screen display?

 

Wow, that looks great! Ive never been a big fan of headrest monitors, but I guess it makes sense if you have kids.

 

They are purely for my kids, otherwise I agree with you. The definition of tackiness for me is having 9 or 10 monitors and having some show up in the trunk and engine bay. yuck.

 

I know a lot of previous posts have started with wow, so I'll just add to the gathering! WOW

I've never really wanted anything to the degree that I want this install! Any chance of maybe a blow by blow account of the work carried out?

Once again, WOW

Good work fella.

 

Sorry to be a nudge, but where exactly did you find the graphics vinyl? all the silver i've been looking at doesn't match the planitnum exact.

 

I know what you mean. I was in the custom truck scene for years, I've seen monitors on exterior body panels for pete's sake! Blech.

 

Looks nice! Gotta hide that router though it's gonna get wet!

 

WoW good job !!!!
BTW Who is Khalid Al hakim ?? that dude is lebanis right ??

 

I have a question about your in car internet abilities...namely how do you get them? I see there's a router there, but what does it go to?


Sorry...NOOB question I know. And I really like what you've done with your ride. I was going to buy some new tires...buuuuut, now, maybe...nah, it's winter. I still need new tires. DANG!!

 

Khalid is one of our best IT Service Management consultants for Microsoft and covers the Middle East region. I don't know specifically where he is originally from.

Verizon Pantech PCMCIA card is inserted in that router. I have to keep that since I'm grandfathered on unlimited Internet and the Mifi has a 5 GB limit.

 

Great project. Really liking the clean install. Nice work

 

Very impressive setup. Thumbs up!

Greetings from Austria
George

 

I have an Acer Inspire netbook laying around at home.......... hmm maybe I can turn the Jag into an internet mobile.