These pictures above are from my latest setup. I used an iOttie suction cup and a speck iPad cover to put the iPad in the central dash. But the looks were not for me. I wanted something looking more stock-ish.

Photos are taken with iPhone, sorry about the bad image quality.

Now for the FAQ's:

1. My head unit is a Pioneer DEH-X9550BT hidden in the secret compartment, driven by a Match PP52DSP 5channel amp.

2. The rear speakers of the Boost headunit are plugged in the stock front mid-range speakers. (I have 2way focals, 16cms are in their place, and the tweeters are in the A-pillar so the midranges are not used.) This way I didn't lose my stock PDC.

3. I can see everything through the DashCommand app via the Kiwi 2 wi-fi device. So I really don't need the central speedometer.

4. I seriously need an anti-glare screen protector, as the iPad is not bright enough for sunny daytime use.

5. I use bluetooth, or the USB cable to stream audio through the Pioneer HU.

6. I am using a Metra Axxess ASWC in order to use my MFSW with the aftermarket HU. Works like a charm.



If you have any further questions I will be more than happy to answer.

Now after this adventure, I made up my mind, and decided that I can give up my speedometer in order to keep the iPad Mini in my Mini.



And this morning we started the project:

My inspiration was this video by .

First we took the central piece out and we begun.





We bought another iPad cover and use it as a mold.







We put the right piece to our Dremel and the smashing has begun:





We put the central piece back to check if it sits right.



And afterwards, we cut some carton in order to fill the gaps.



The gaps are finally filled:



After covering it with carton, we used some polyester.





After the polyester has dried, we used some polyester putty to give a better shape:



We wanted to speed things up a little :



And sanding begins:



First trial after sanding



After trials, we saw that we needed more putty, and we put another layer.




Last sanding job:



And finally we used some glazing spot filler, and lay the piece to dry till tomorrow.



To be continued...

After a coat of plastidip:





Testing if the iPad sits flush or not after the paint is dry.



Final tests on the car before going to the upholstery shop:



A sneak peak to the DashCommand app running :




Finally, I took the piece to the upholstery shop, and left it there. The guy said it would take him 2 days to finish the job.

Fingers crossed