7-in Tablet install

Hey guys! I'm making this post to show the processes I'm going to take when installing a cracked tablet I received for free. also, before anyone thinks "Why are you putting effort into installing a cracked tablet into your corolla?" Well I'll tell you. I'm buying a new tablet that will replace it. This one is a test run to see if I can actually do it (even though I know I can).

So far I have 2 switches that will be wired to the sleep/on-off button and put into a carved hole in the bottom part to replace my cubby-hole and cupholder. Also, before anyone asks why I'm removing the cupholder, how many cups actually fit in that damn thing?? I can barely fit a medium coke in it!!

It will be hooked into my 12v outlet by the cigarette tray. My tray is gone because I do not smoke. It will not have a permanent hard wire. USB plug-in.

So, here are my switches.



Should I use the red button for my permanent tablet, or the switch for the permanent tablet?

Please give feedback! I am open to any suggestions and questions!!

The red button looks a bit random.

So.... I have it installed. Here are the main tools I used.



I then removed all the plastic to make the tablet fit properly into the panel.











The tablet fit right in after everything was cut.






Here is it in my car.



Here is the button I'm using to cut the power completely for the next tablet... Emergency purposes. The red button will be used to put it to sleep. I'm gonna hide it by the steering wheel to keep it out of sight.

nice work there

thanks miib. Also, wat I took your suggestion into consideration and I will be using the red button but it will be hidden since it will look random on my dash. I currently do not have the funds for the new tablet because I am having to pay for another speeding ticket.... I am furious at myself for getting pulled over again. For the second time in 4 months!!

Sir, you are a genius, I have 2 tablets lying around and didn't know what to do with it. You just convinced me this can be done and will definately try this although my tablets are about 8 or 9 inch. I will find a way to use them with a sliding support. If you have any other write up for the wiring, please let me know, I'm eager to try this out. Again, congrats on a super bright idea.