Banks iDash

[pinebaron]

It could, if Banks created a obd2 tool that worked wireless through apple and then got it approved for carplay. Or AndroidAuto.

But its an OBD2 reader basically. It doesnt broadcast anything.

OBD2 broadcast dongles/apps been written/available for a few other brands of vehicles.

 

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[True Bee]

It would be a nice feature especially since we can't use the fullscreen but I'm not certain how it would be worth it for BANKs to jump through all the Apple hoops each and every time Apple updates or they want to make a simple little change to their system. Believe me apples a pain in the butt with that whole approval process. The only good thing about it is they are far less hack Abel than android.

 

[Chopper_Man]

Just ordered mine for my AT4x, how was the install? Also will the factory cover go back on after drilling the hole for cable to go through if you remove the gauge?

Install is a piece of cake, very easy, 1.5 of 10. Yes the cover can be put back on (assuming you don't use a huge hole saw for the cable pass thru. Just make it big enough to pass the end of the cable thru.

 

[Chopper_Man]

OBD2 broadcast dongles/apps been written/available for a few other brands of vehicles.

Do you have an example of such an app? CarPlay isn't vehicle/manufacturer specific, it is 100% controlled by Apple. Would absolutely LOVE to see one that's Apple certified!

 

[Viking Truck]

Someone on here got one to work with Car Play. @gemarsh , was that you?

 

[gemarsh]

Someone on here got one to work with Car Play. @gemarsh , was that you?

Yeah, I use the OBDlink MX+ dongle in the obd2 ports. The MX+ bluetooths to a android box that connects to carplay allowing the infotainment screen to become android based. Allowing any playstore app to run full-screen.

I don't use the OBDlink app, cause at the time you couldn't make your own pids. But I have seen that has been corrected.

I use torque pro...

 

[pinebaron]

Yeah, I use the OBDlink MX+ dongle in the obd2 ports. The MX+ bluetooths to a android box that connects to carplay allowing the infotainment screen to become android based. Allowing any playstore app to run full-screen.

I don't use the OBDlink app, cause at the time you couldn't make your own pids. But I have seen that has been corrected.

I use torque pro...

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[pinebaron]

@gemarsh: Apparently several fake dongles around; do you have link to where OBDLink MX+ and android box are available.

 

[gemarsh]

Dongle https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07JFRFJG6?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Android box

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onecarstereo.com

 

[pinebaron]

Dongle https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07JFRFJG6?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Android box

CarPlay AI Box HE PRO｜America & Europe Version

Upgrade your car’s wired CarPlay/Android Auto to a powerful Android-powered multimedia hub — with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, HDMI output, streaming apps and mirror-ready Android interface. Plug in once and enjoy seamless navigation, music, video, and app access on your car’s screen.

onecarstereo.com

Awesome Thanks

 

[Whaler27]

I just installed the banks idash. Nice clean install in my at4x and the color is good.
What fields do you guys display on your idash? Here's what I picked so far but I'm not sure if they all will stay. View attachment 19613View attachment 19612View attachment 19611

If you decide you want the pod to look OEM, it’s easy to remove it and color match with paint from Home Depot.

 

[jeffdbrandt]

If you decide you want the pod to look OEM, it’s easy to remove it and color match with paint from Home Depot.

Did the stock color of the pod not match well with the interior of you AT4x?

 

[Whaler27]

Did the stock color of the pod not match well with the interior of you AT4x?

No. My AT4X interior was more like a very dark gray than the black of the Banks pod.

Putting the Banks pod in the hole looked okay, as there are other black bits in the truck but, to my eye anyway, the pod looks better when it matches the rest of the A-pillar.

In the pictures the small piece next to the pod is the OEM trim piece I used to color match. I blended the two paint colors in successive coats to get it close, then I’d hold the pod and the trim piece at different angles to the sun until I felt like it was good enough.

 

[breeno]

I ended up buying this pod off etsy for 50% off the pricing of the banks one. Was great quality.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1709631577/gauge-pod-silverado-fits-sierra?ref=yr_purchases

Install takes maybe 20min.
Remove 2 bolts under pillar handle covers.
Drill hole in corner of cover, I used a 3/8" drill bit.
Remove side panel on dash.
Run cable up from OBD port.
Reinstall A pillar cover
Mount pod, install bolt, insert gauge.

Quick and easy.

I did make a install video Ill be publishing here shortly.

Thanks for posting this link - mine just came in and got it installed. Looks so much better now

 

[Whaler27]

I just installed the banks idash. Nice clean install in my at4x and the color is good.
What fields do you guys display on your idash? Here's what I picked so far but I'm not sure if they all will stay. View attachment 19613View attachment 19612View attachment 19611