There are aftermarket MP3 players to install in the dash if that's what your
after, since playing MP3s from a hard drive while driving will probably
seriously shorten the lifespan of the drive itself.
A laptop is definately the way to go otherwise.
Bill Pruitt
'01 QC 4.7, Auto, Flo-Pro exhaust, K & N Homebrew 3" Air Intake
Downey SST Tarp, Viper Alarm, RhinoLiner
"Tail-Gate Open" warning light
http://web.tampabay.rr.com/billspages/
----- Original Message -----
From: "Chris Oertell" <coertell@earthlink.net>
To: <dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET>
Sent: Monday, August 20, 2001 2:08 AM
Subject: RE: DML: For folks looking to put a PC in their Dak
> I would like one for access to the PCM but most importantly for Mp3's!
>
> Chris Oertell
> Arcadia, CA
> http://www.dodgetruckonline.com
> coertell@earthlink.net
> 1998 Dodge Dakota Sport V6 Regular Cab Emerald Green
> 1989 Kawasaki EX500
> AOL IM--coertell73
> ICQ #--19870422
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET]On Behalf Of Ronald Wong
> Sent: Sunday, August 19, 2001 5:15 PM
> To: dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET
> Subject: RE: DML: For folks looking to put a PC in their Dak
>
>
> Okay, now to decide exactly why you would want one in the Dak. Are you
> thinking of online access to the PCM...on-the-fly tuning? Perhaps the PC
> can control other functions like music, DVD, VCR, GPS, etc. I've got
> voice-activated cell phone, perhaps voice-activated e-mail. Most of these
> functions would be more for the benefit of passengers rather than the
> driver. I'm pretty much an advocate of distraction-less driving. Most
> people out here have enough trouble doing one major thing at a time, let
> alone several.
>
> Ron
> 00 PB SLT QC 4X2 5.9 46RE 3.92 LSD
> For modifications see my DML Profile (URL follows)
> http://www.twistedbits.net/WWWProfile/dakota/Kw9pV1EkFeOYY
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET]On Behalf Of
> jbleazard@Sympatico.ca
> Sent: Sunday, August 19, 2001 5:40 PM
> To: dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net
> Subject: Re: DML: For folks looking to put a PC in their Dak
>
>
> Yeah, but how much do they cost? :-)
>
> At least they finally got a LAN port in these things.
>
> That's a cool idea, but I'd rather see a low-profile case that you can use
> to
> mount standard PC components in a vehicle. It wouldn't be that difficult
> to figure out, we just need someone with the fabrication and design
> resources to get around to doing it. Really, in a vehicle you don't need
> ultimate portability. If you can mount a CD changer in the trunk or back
> seat, you should have enough room to make a PC case.
>
> That way, once you had the mounting system, you could assemble the
> components yourself. Much cheaper than going with a laptop or one of
> these "pocketbook" computers. Then you could keep the portable for
> carrying around in your backpack :-).
>
> Hmmm... I seem to remember working with a low-profile Compaq
> computer years ago. It had a couple of expansion slots, with all of
> the basic stuff on the motherboard. Wouldn't be too difficult to adapt
> the basic design. Anyone?
>
> ------------------------------------------------
> Jason Bleazard jbleazard@sympatico.ca Toronto, Ontario
> his: '95 Dakota Sport 4x4, 3.9 V6, 5spd, Reg. Cab, white
> hers: '01 Dakota Sport 4x4, 4.7 V8, Auto, Quad Cab, black
>
> In article <9loujk$ma2$1@bent.twistedbits.net>, andylevy@yahoo.com (Andy
> Levy) wrote:
> > And I know Jon Steiger is one of them, check out this kit.
> > http://www.saintsong.com.tw/english/products/tx2/all-tx2.htm
> >
> > Put a full-blown PC into a 6.14 x 5.74 x 2.2 (all inches) package Just
> add
> > input & display devices.
>
>
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