First of all thanks for all the encouragement! Looks like I'll be replacing the navigation unit on Friday and trying out an AVIC-Z110BT, so I'll post more pictures then.

The main reason I chose the Apple TV was for it's simplicity and I prefer the new Back Row interface to the Front Row interface on the Macs. My next choice would have been a Mac Mini but with minimal modification the Apple TV can have a web browser and with Boxee can watch all sorts of streaming media. Also, the only downside to the Mini on the Eclipse would be the low resolution of the unit which could potentially make OS X hard to use when not in Front Row. The Apple TV also handles hard shutdowns a better than a traditional computer and with no modification boots once power is received. So the Apple TV can do just about everything I want it to do and has an interface designed to be used with a remote. I also like the idea of having a traditional navigation unit/stereo to run alongside the Apple TV, the only downside is no touch screen control.

As for wheels eventually I'd like to get some larger ones and do a bit stiffer suspension. Had an IS350 before my SC400 and I loved the way it handled, the SC suspension is just to soft for me.

 

Interesting.....I honestly had no idea the capabilities of the apple tv until right now. It does seem to have many advantages and is all in one unit which makes things more simple. I'm going to possibly be doing a full rebuild as far as software on my carputer hopefully this month or so to get things a bit more up to date in technology.

I remember when my SC suspension was soft like that.....it was pretty comfy but major body roll. Either way your ride is on a great path as it is so enjoy it and welcome to the club!

 

+1 I didn't know much about Apple tv until now too! I might go that route as well!

 

Yeah, the Apple TV is actually just a computer in disguise, in fact with a little effort it can run full blown Mac OS X. I chose to keep it simple and use the Apple TV interface, I wanted it not to be a distraction while driving and still have some decent functionality. The only thing the Apple TV can't easily do is GPS but I don't really mind.

I checked out your thread, I really like the integrated touch screen, it looks like it works really well and the install looks nice and clean.

 

Thank you for the compliment Heck if I woulda known this before I might have gone this route too. Much more well put together and all in one than me putting a whole bunch of things together.

Mine works good....but I also think it can be even better (more user friendly like bigger buttons for better touchscreen capabilities). My roomate is an engineer and a computer guru so the two of us will look into further enhancements as soon as finals are over this week.

I actually took the OEM radio cover and dremeled out the middle, dremeled the xenarc plastic and bondoed the whole thing together so it fits like factory. Took a few weekends but I'm pleased with the results.

 

Ahhhh the CleanSC way

 

That man and car is my idol!!! Haha....I think we all have been inspired by that car as well as countless other OG's on this forum. Definitely took the idea from him and another guy on here who is local to me.

 

Very nice mods! I love your car and the clean installation of your system. That shaved volume **** turned out really well! I might have to attempt that or maybe wire it up to be useful again haha.

 

 

Impressive work, I've always enjoyed builds like this with an empathasis on detail. Very tastefully done, 98+ SC are a beaut! These car are so timeless when kepted clean.

 

Clean car, nice job on the installation.

 

very nice, i also recently got my viper 5701 installed...probably gonna get that module soon, its like $50 a year right?

 

Wow, some amazing work done there. Never knew the Apple TV can do so much!

Looking forward to future updates and progress!

 

How did you mount the 6.5's?

 

Very nice work, one day I'll do audio in my car lol. I like the newer viper remote setup. I have the older 791X but plan on upgrading.