Where do you put your cell phone?
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Originally Posted by gregg
I've been using Proclip for a couple years and in my 8 for 3 months. Awesome solution and I wish I could have gotten it for the discount offered above.
At any rate, the only thing I didn't like is it doesn't include a charging solution as I can't stand having the cig lighter dc charger for my blackberry. I fixed that this weekend by 'dis-assembling' the dc charger and direct wiring a cable from behind the cig ligther up behind the proclip mount to my b(i used the guts of the dc charger to downconvert the 12v to 5v [usb standard]). Only thing I need now is a 'left-angle' usb cable to make the plug less auspicious.
If anyone's interested I'll post photos -
At any rate, the only thing I didn't like is it doesn't include a charging solution as I can't stand having the cig lighter dc charger for my blackberry. I fixed that this weekend by 'dis-assembling' the dc charger and direct wiring a cable from behind the cig ligther up behind the proclip mount to my b(i used the guts of the dc charger to downconvert the 12v to 5v [usb standard]). Only thing I need now is a 'left-angle' usb cable to make the plug less auspicious.
If anyone's interested I'll post photos -
DRKSYDE hooked me up with the deal above - substantial discount from how I originally priced it out (two piece RX-8 + Treo solution was about $100 - got hooked up for $49.99).
Nice tip on the direct wire gregg - I hadn't thought of that. Did you pull the cig lighter out the front or reach in through the back? I'm an EE so the soldering/crimping/whatever is no problem. I just hate fighting to take apart plastic stuff without breaking it.
NO PICKING ON MY DUSTY DASH COOL BLUE OR I'LL RECHARGE YOUR CARD! 
LOL Just kidding, but those pics were taken after an hour drive in March in New England with the windows down and sunroof open. You know how dusty it is just after winter! I actually carry one of those little Swiffer dusters with me. Fits great in the door pocket!
Guys, I can hook you up with not only Pro Clip but nearly ANY Cell Phone accessory you can think of.
Cool Blue, hope you get your PC soon!
LOL Just kidding, but those pics were taken after an hour drive in March in New England with the windows down and sunroof open. You know how dusty it is just after winter! I actually carry one of those little Swiffer dusters with me. Fits great in the door pocket!
Guys, I can hook you up with not only Pro Clip but nearly ANY Cell Phone accessory you can think of.
Cool Blue, hope you get your PC soon!
this is where i put my cell... i bought this for $10 and it turned out to fit perfectly between the air vents and on top of the double parking button. i also have one of these next to my bed. LOL
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Originally Posted by Paul_in_DC
Got this kit at the dollar store. Maybe after I get a new phone I'll go for one of the fancier setups. 
Dollar Store inventory is hit-or-miss though. I did shop for some cheap brackets I could glue into place, but nothing was quite right for my somewhat stout Treo.
Personally, I'm the most jealous of the folks who can get their tiny phones into the sun visor or sunglasses case, but I'll never give up my PDA+phone.
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Originally Posted by DRKSYDE
Gregg Please post pics... Would be interested.
I can get you that right angle USB if you want. Motorola makes them for the RAZR and their other USB charged phones. Not sure on price.
I can get you that right angle USB if you want. Motorola makes them for the RAZR and their other USB charged phones. Not sure on price.
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Originally Posted by Cool-Blue-Dad
2nd that - I'd like to see the photos (hint - dust your console first)
DRKSYDE hooked me up with the deal above - substantial discount from how I originally priced it out (two piece RX-8 + Treo solution was about $100 - got hooked up for $49.99).
Nice tip on the direct wire gregg - I hadn't thought of that. Did you pull the cig lighter out the front or reach in through the back? I'm an EE so the soldering/crimping/whatever is no problem. I just hate fighting to take apart plastic stuff without breaking it.
DRKSYDE hooked me up with the deal above - substantial discount from how I originally priced it out (two piece RX-8 + Treo solution was about $100 - got hooked up for $49.99).
Nice tip on the direct wire gregg - I hadn't thought of that. Did you pull the cig lighter out the front or reach in through the back? I'm an EE so the soldering/crimping/whatever is no problem. I just hate fighting to take apart plastic stuff without breaking it.
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Where do you put your cell phone?
I put my Samsung cell phone in the ashtray compartment. I removed the ashtray container and put the red plastic screen on the top of the ashtray compartment so at night there is still a red light in the ashtray compartment to illuminate my phone. Removing the ashtray container gives me room to put the phone in and close the door and I can still hear it ring.
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Originally Posted by gregg
Pics as requested...
It's beginning to seem worth the trouble. I've had the door open on my ashtray for months now, I'd really like to see it closed again (I have such a low frustration tolerance 
).DRKSYDE, I've been using my Pro-Clip for a few weeks now and I absolutely love it. What a fantastic holder. I really appreciate how ruggedly it's mounted. Yeah, it swivels if I want, but it doesn't swing loose, slide or pop off for other handling or regular driving. If I'm stopped I can still reach over and two-hand type a TXT message. Thanks again for hooking me up with the discounted price too.
Originally Posted by Cool-Blue-Dad
Nice - thanks for putting those up there. The bb_connections pic is what I was interesting in seeing. I've not taken apart my console yet. I guess I'll sift for a DIY. It's beginning to seem worth the trouble. I've had the door open on my ashtray for months now, I'd really like to see it closed again (I have such a low frustration tolerance ).
DRKSYDE, I've been using my Pro-Clip for a few weeks now and I absolutely love it. What a fantastic holder. I really appreciate how ruggedly it's mounted. Yeah, it swivels if I want, but it doesn't swing loose, slide or pop off for other handling or regular driving. If I'm stopped I can still reach over and two-hand type a TXT message. Thanks again for hooking me up with the discounted price too.
It's beginning to seem worth the trouble. I've had the door open on my ashtray for months now, I'd really like to see it closed again (I have such a low frustration tolerance ).DRKSYDE, I've been using my Pro-Clip for a few weeks now and I absolutely love it. What a fantastic holder. I really appreciate how ruggedly it's mounted. Yeah, it swivels if I want, but it doesn't swing loose, slide or pop off for other handling or regular driving. If I'm stopped I can still reach over and two-hand type a TXT message. Thanks again for hooking me up with the discounted price too.
COOL BLUE -
Glad you love it! Let me know if you need anything else Cellular related! I am your man!
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Originally Posted by Easy_E1
on my belt above and to the right of my right rear pocket. Right between the seat and seatbelt is where it is.
Personally, convenience aside - I wouldn't wear it there because I wouldn't want the phone crushed between me and the seatbelt in a crash. Perhaps yours is small enough or situated just right so that's not a significant risk, but it's something to consider.
Originally Posted by Cool-Blue-Dad
Is that a convenient spot? I typically like mine to have the headset plugged in just in case I need it (rare, but there's times).
Personally, convenience aside - I wouldn't wear it there because I wouldn't want the phone crushed between me and the seatbelt in a crash. Perhaps yours is small enough or situated just right so that's not a significant risk, but it's something to consider.
Personally, convenience aside - I wouldn't wear it there because I wouldn't want the phone crushed between me and the seatbelt in a crash. Perhaps yours is small enough or situated just right so that's not a significant risk, but it's something to consider.
I appreciate the concern ,,,thank you.
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Cool-Blue-Dad - Did you find the swivel mount was necessary. The description of the ProClip for the RX-8 says it is angled for proper viewing by the driver. Would the less expensive standard fixed holder work just as well?
Originally Posted by Cool-Blue-Dad
DRKSYDE, I've been using my Pro-Clip for a few weeks now and I absolutely love it. What a fantastic holder. I really appreciate how ruggedly it's mounted. Yeah, it swivels if I want, but it doesn't swing loose, slide or pop off for other handling or regular driving. If I'm stopped I can still reach over and two-hand type a TXT message. Thanks again for hooking me up with the discounted price too.
