Thanks, Bob. Count me in for one.

 

Thanks Bob. I appreciate your continued support to the community. Count me in and let me know your desired next steps for payment and anything else.

Best wishes

Jim

 

Bob, when I went to the 3d print web site to order the case and lid, it required a "work email address"? Any thoughts?

Thanks

 

Never mind... Let me give it another shot.....

 

If you could share at which website you ordered that could help others from the USA.

 

I ordered mine from Craftcloud...MJF polished finish dyed black...USD $43.95 with shipping...ordering at their site was easy. FYI.

 

For those interested I just ordered my components from Xometry. A US provider for US delivery. The SLS components with shipping was approximately $65 US with a one week delivery time.

Best wishes all and thanks again Bob!!

 

Hi Bob
Very Pleased that you've decided to start up a new batch of your wonderful OBD2 Display Monitors.
Doing so, allows us "late to the dance" stragglers, to get in on the fun. Outstanding News !
With gratitude, Bob; Count me in for 2 units.

btw- Bob, being a total idiot regarding "all things tech', I'll be PM'ing you in short order, for some advice & direction.
I hope that this isn't too much of an imposition.
Regards
Bill

 

Hey Bill - if instead of PMing Bob, you asked your questions here in the open forum, we could all benefit from the replies. There are plenty of non-techie forum members who come here to learn (eg, me). Just a thought.

 

No problem when asking for advice,
but as Barnsie said, better do this out in the open.
The only stupid question is an unasked question.

 

Very fair point you raise, Barnsie; very valid.
However, my reticence to post my Q's here has nothing to do with personal shyness, or fear of looking like a "Tech Idiot" in public.- been there / done that... so many times in fact, that its become my natural state re: such matters. Hopelessly, so. lol.
Rather, I choose not to place Bob in a possible awkward position, publicly. My take on the guy is that he's so very gracious in his dealings with us members, that a simply request/question might morph into additional, unwanted work. He has already demonstrated great generosity; by modifying his design to every user request. Talk about lightening fast Beta Testing !
Bottom-line: I fear that he might feel compelled, by his nature, to accommodate a publicly aired request, and over extend past his comfort level. I rather not put him in that position. A "no good deed, goes unpunished", type of thing. At least, that's my view.
If pertinent in the future, I'll revisit my attitude, and freely share it here. But for now, I think its best to approach Bob respectfully, cautiously, and privately. -
Regards,
Bill

 

If you're familiar with open source development you leave your pride at the door. Everything is contributed for the purpose of advancement and community. Everyone makes mistakes and it is a learning fun process. Of course, personal respect is expected.

 

DGL, Persuasive Statement; and very well presented...
Although your statement is somewhat self explanatory, I had to look up "Open Source Development" as it pertains to code and product development, to be precisely sure.
(I told you I was Tech Challenged).
Respectfully DGL, while I do get your pt., and see the absolute benefit of your argument, I don't believe it's particularly germane to the situation.
Honestly, although this is morphing into an interesting philosophical discussion, the reality is so much more mundane than is being imagined.
Mystery breeds conjecture... and I accept my share of the blame, regarding.
As such, I'll not comment further, in an "open source" forum, until I check in with Bob.

btw- I do appreciate this forums broad Passion, and am finding it a blast re: the eclectic points of views that are freely, (and respectfully), expressed. My type of Place.
I'm so glad I joined such an interesting mix of thoughtful /insightful people. ( how's that for blowing smoke ?) lol
Nah, thoroughly enjoying the Forum...Plus, I'm in a happy mood....I just committed to my 2nd XK - a 2007 Gold Convertible, to go with my in place Radiance Red, '08 Coupe.
I'm blessed.

 

Thanks all for the posts and private messages so far.
Later when I have the time I'll try to put together an easier to read manual which explains step by step how to accomplish this 2nd round.
it's not all that difficult and I still consider this to be plug & play.

List so far:
1 arenaej
2 jtdii123
3 Paulgorringe
4 Retrocket
5 Retrocket
6 Ralphwg

 

Bob, ordered all parts and have downloaded the necessary Windows 10 drivers in preparation for assembly and current / future updates. One question I haven't figured out yet is how will the round two group successfully connect USB cable from low profile cigarette power plug to ADU? Will the micro end of the USB fit through the existing 3D printed design case? Just scratching my head on this one. Also noted that the USB cord was not listed as a component required for purchase for us round 2'ers unless I missed it? Thanks in advance for all your past / current / and future forum service.

Jim

 

Jim,

USB cable will be modified and supplied by me. The end going into the device will have a JST-XH connector and will fit through the 8mm hole.
See PDF "Manual: hardware" on my website.

 

Got it... Thanks for the quick reply.

Jim

 

I've just now updated that PDF, added a picture of the "final view USB cable", which is slightly different compared to the 1st round devices.

 

For round 2 I created a "hardware assembly" video, see below.
The firmware update manual better explained will follow later.

 

Just received mine today :-)