AFAIK, nobody has a later map disc, because Navteq hasn't put one out. I just think Mazda should automatically upgrade the firmware to the version that is in the more recent production RX-8s.

 

I'm watching this thread with interest. I have a question though, eventually... . I want a slightly different setup, I'm looking at installing a carputer. I've seen the setups with the fixed screen, but I want the ability to hide it like the OEM nav unit. How hard would that be? Is it a straight swap for the cover peice?

Also, how big is the OEM screen? is it 7", 9"??

Thanks :D

 

I did a carputer on a Mz6 a couple of months ago. We routed it through a switch box.

When the project was complete the owner could pick the source from the carputer/DVD/navi to view on the dash or the headrest. I used info from truemagellen to get it done. He will help you or point you in the right direction if you PM him.

 

here is some pix that i took when i was doing it i did not have that much time to take pIx and Work on the car at the same time i need'd to get done with it Quick i do have a PDF format Documant that shows how to Take things a part i will get it Posted soon.

 

I just came across this thread, holy smokes!! That's a lot of work, I think I'd rather pay the extra few thousand than go through all that to get the NAV in.

But I understand your point doing it for curiousity and that it is quite an acomplishment :D

 

i was wondering if anyone ever just used the monitor from the OEM nav to interface with aftermarket stuff like a DVD player or a carputer. i bought the base model becasue i found one that i got a sweet deal on, because it was reposesed and i wanted to work on it. i figured i could get the few things i really wanted without much trouble... ie xenon headlights, sirius sat radio, the mp3 player, the fog lights, etc... but i'm realizing this all could get real expensive for me. plus is there a way to switch to the new key system in the 05?

 

look in my signature there is a link to a DIY on interfacing a video source such as a dvd player or a modded xbox, or whatever

as for the 05 new key on the 04 car...yes it does work but you must program it on your own...get it cut on your own...here are the relavent links

one thread of many on key working and programming:
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...ighlight=vouch

where to buy:
http://www.rx8garage.net/?page=shop/...roduct_id=260&

and video in on nav install guide:
https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-do-yourself-forum-73/diy-s-video-into-nav-av-electronic-video-switcher-install-44095/

I feel like a self-aggrandinzing bastard :D

 

Did i start this thread in the wrong section ?? just wondering why was it moved ??

 

Holy $hit. I would like to re-iterate the following picture for all those who are planning to attempt this.
You need to take apart your whole friggin' dashboard and for the most part, the interior.
I think I'll pass :p

 

yes you do Tamas every lil Wire even from the trunk and Down Under the car to the LSD/DSC thats how far i had to go and a lil from the ROOF too i think i shoulde post a Pic of how the harnes's cover the whole Car but i will do it during the day the same way it Lays in the car.

 

HAHA that pic of the inside taken a part...makes me very sleepy just thinking of all the work that is involved in doing that:p

 

ok Finaly i am done with the D.I.Y Navi instal Here is the Link

Hop you Enjoy it :D