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Old Nov 11, 2009 | 07:49 PM
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Default Vais Ipod Integration: where do you have the plug in located at?

So, I got my Vais Ipod kit and will be running it down to Cartoys soon. Where do you guys have the Ipod connector located at? I am thinking glove compartment unless someelse has a better suggestion.

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Old Nov 16, 2009 | 07:31 PM
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Old Nov 18, 2009 | 05:18 PM
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I put mine in the upper left corner of the glove box. Left enough length to plug into an iPod Classic laying on the upper shelf. Put a silicon sleeve on the iPod to keep it from sliding around. Out of sight, out of mind, and seems to work perfectly. Only take it out to install new music. A great addition to the car.
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Old Nov 18, 2009 | 09:23 PM
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I modified the aux port housing in the center console of my 08 LS460 and routed the cable into it. Works well for me and I don't have to reach over into the glovebox.
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 09:20 AM
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The answer to this question depends on how you will use the iPod. I chose the glovebox because I use the iPod exclusively for the car. I never take it out except to add music or content. I wear hearing aids and using an iPod with earphones is not an option for me. Consequently I don't need or want easy access to the iPod in the car.

If you take the iPod out frequently, then I think the best option might be to replace the cigarette lighter box with the optional storage box. You would have a nice place to store the iPod with easy access while all the cord remains nearly invisible.

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Old Nov 22, 2009 | 08:53 AM
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depends what year your car is. if you have a newer model with full integration, i'd run it to the center console. but if you have an older model, i'd look into a kuda mount. it's a leather base that looks OEM and mounts it to the right of the stereo. that way you have easy access to your ipod to change songs, playlists, etc.
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