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I'm getting ready to install an ICOM ID-5100A in my 2019 Tacoma and am trying to figure out the best location for the base radio part. This radio comes with a separate faceplate and radio base. The faceplate is easy as the included magnetic mount matches the holes on a RAM mount, so it will be placed on the upper part of the dash along with all of the other junk that I hang up there. The base unit will take some additional thought though. The challenge is that the mic attaches to the base, not the faceplate, so it needs to be mounted somewhere. The base also includes an internal fan to keep it cool, so it really needs to be in an area with at least a bit of air around it.
I've been considering mounting it under the drivers seat but also thinking about maybe along side of the console. I'd like to keep the base out of sight if possible so that when I pop the face plate off, nothing will show inside of the truck. Has anyone mounted this type of two part radio behind the dash or under the console? It's been a year or so since I had my head under the dash and I don't recall a huge amount of open space back there. I could mount it high too, I guess.
Anyone tackle this before and if so, what did you end up doing? Did you have issues with the chosen location afterwards?
Thanks,
Tim
I've been considering mounting it under the drivers seat but also thinking about maybe along side of the console. I'd like to keep the base out of sight if possible so that when I pop the face plate off, nothing will show inside of the truck. Has anyone mounted this type of two part radio behind the dash or under the console? It's been a year or so since I had my head under the dash and I don't recall a huge amount of open space back there. I could mount it high too, I guess.
Anyone tackle this before and if so, what did you end up doing? Did you have issues with the chosen location afterwards?
Thanks,
Tim