Mounting a Tablet in 335i....ideas?

iqraceworks · 07-14-2020, 12:02 PM

I finally got my MHD wifi adapter in so that I can use my tablet to monitor gauges, and log runs. I’ve using a Samsung Tab A6. It’s a 7.0” tablet, so it’s not huge…and just big enough to get a good view of 6 gauges.

I’d like to mount the tablet above the stereo, right where the top vents come out of the dash.

What’s the best way to mount this thing to the car so that it looks clean, will hold it nice and secure, and not damage the dash if I never want to remove the mount?

Any info would be great! Thanks!!

kens · 07-14-2020, 12:15 PM

I don't know if this idea will help but I mounted an Ipad on mine.

I put two magnetic mounts on the driver cupholder and when it's extended I can magnetic mount it to this, if I close the cupholder my passenger now has an Ipad in front of them. Pretty nifty. I have the media hump so I can't put it above my vents, unfortunately. I toyed with also putting it below the stereo, again using magnetic mounts, sort of in front of the shifter.

nsjames · 07-14-2020, 12:19 PM

vader makes one that requires no drilling.

https://vadersolution.com/products/3-series-vader-clip

iqraceworks · 07-14-2020, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by nsjames

vader makes one that requires no drilling.

https://vadersolution.com/products/3-series-vader-clip

I like the idea. I just with I could see what I'm getting for $95. I'm wondering if I could make something like that??

nsjames · 07-14-2020, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by iqraceworks

I like the idea. I just with I could see what I'm getting for $95. I'm wondering if I could make something like that??

it's been copied. it's a bent piece of metal that the trim holds in place.

iqraceworks · 07-14-2020, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by nsjames

it's been copied. it's a bent piece of metal that the trim holds in place.

That's kind of what I had figured. I might try to see if I can design/fabricate something.....thanks!

e92kc19 · 02-25-2024, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by nsjames

vader makes one that requires no drilling.

https://vadersolution.com/products/3-series-vader-clip

Does anyone have pictures of this clip? I want to see pictures of it and how the tablet mounts before I buy, but I cannot find any.

Rube · 02-26-2024, 10:08 AM

This is what i did
https://www.e90post.com/forums/showt...9#post26233069

Jimmy3shoezzz · 02-26-2024, 10:59 AM

I got cheap android screen to replace original works well and got carplay

07-14-2020, 12:02 PM	#1
iqraceworks Brigadier General 2001 Rep 3,731 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Missouri iTrader: (0)	Mounting a Tablet in 335i....ideas? I finally got my MHD wifi adapter in so that I can use my tablet to monitor gauges, and log runs. I’ve using a Samsung Tab A6. It’s a 7.0” tablet, so it’s not huge…and just big enough to get a good view of 6 gauges. I’d like to mount the tablet above the stereo, right where the top vents come out of the dash. What’s the best way to mount this thing to the car so that it looks clean, will hold it nice and secure, and not damage the dash if I never want to remove the mount? Any info would be great! Thanks!! __________________ 2007 335i, BMS DCI, BMS Chargepipe w/Tial BOV, ARM Catless Downpipes, silicone inlets, Bilstein B12 Prokit Suspension, Whiteline subframe bushings, Front/Rear M3 control arms, G-Plus FMIC, Stage 2 LPFP, Custom E40 tune by Justin (V8Bait), xHP stage 3 transmission flash, RB Two Turbos....10.90 @ 128mph
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kens Private 45 Rep 52 Posts Drives: 09 335 Coupe Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: California iTrader: (0)	I don't know if this idea will help but I mounted an Ipad on mine. I put two magnetic mounts on the driver cupholder and when it's extended I can magnetic mount it to this, if I close the cupholder my passenger now has an Ipad in front of them. Pretty nifty. I have the media hump so I can't put it above my vents, unfortunately. I toyed with also putting it below the stereo, again using magnetic mounts, sort of in front of the shifter. Last edited by kens; 07-14-2020 at 12:21 PM..
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nsjames Brigadier General 2440 Rep 4,330 Posts Drives: 08 328xi Touring Join Date: May 2017 Location: ohio iTrader: (0)	vader makes one that requires no drilling. https://vadersolution.com/products/3-series-vader-clip
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Rube Second Lieutenant 75 Rep 231 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	This is what i did https://www.e90post.com/forums/showt...9#post26233069
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Jimmy3shoezzz New Member 2 Rep 6 Posts Drives: BMW 335i N55 2011, BMW 330E Join Date: Feb 2024 Location: Finland, Naantali iTrader: (0) Garage List 2023 BMW 330e [10.00] 2011 BMW e90 335i N55 [0.00]	I got cheap android screen to replace original works well and got carplay Attached Images
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