Garmin i3 case colour

Marty-Party · Regular Visitor Joined: Nov 17, 2005 Posts: 87

Anyone know if the blue surround of the i3 case can be changed? Two reasons really....

1) It's a bit wishy-washy as colours go and does not look particularly high class.

2) The blue contrasts with all the usual car dashboard stuff and just highlights it to potential theifs (yes I do remove it each time I stop).

Personally I would like it black like the rest of the case but I know many of you folks will say you like the blue (at least it's not the i2 green!).

timber · Posted: Thu May 25, 2006 10:40 pm Post subject: Re: Garmin i3 case colour

Marty-Party · Regular Visitor Joined: Nov 17, 2005 Posts: 87

Following your suggestion, I have found that the front bezel can be removed very easily if you have a small torx style screwdriver (the same size used to dismantle mobile phones). 4 screws can be accessed from the rear of the i3 and the front bezel (blue and black bit) comes of fairly easily.

I fully accept that my warranty is now void and I would not suggest anyone follows my example, but ......

My i3 now has a subtle charcoal black colour which blends in very nicely with my dashboard. Apart from looking rather tasteful, I reckon security is better. Located quite low on the dash means it's now difficult to spot with a quick glance through the window. Obvously I still remove it when parked but I like the stealth value it now has.

I'll try and post some pics later this week.

nudda · Regular Visitor Joined: May 16, 2006 Posts: 198

excellent ... looking forward to those pictures !!

Dilcymro · Frequent Visitor Joined: Mar 09, 2006 Posts: 376

marty -party said,

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4 screws can be accessed from the rear of the i3 and the front bezel (blue and black bit) comes of fairly easily.

Surely there must be an easier way than dismantling the i3, couldnt you mask it off and use a suitable paint and small paintbrush?

For my next project Jumping With Joy

maybe!!

regards....Dil
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Marty-Party · Regular Visitor Joined: Nov 17, 2005 Posts: 87

Yes you could mask it all off but I reckon it's quicker to unscrew the front. Obviously, I still had to mask off the outer screen with a square of masking tape.

mikealder · Posted: Sun Jun 04, 2006 10:25 pm Post subject:

Just a quick word of warning before someone starts to spray the front panel, MAKE SURE the paint will not MELT the plastic, if it does (most automotive products will do this - i.e. ruin your device) or if your not too sure leave it alone - If you really want to do it, go and find a local model shop (aircraft, boats etc) and seek advice. The thoughts of a melted i3 facia Crying or Very sad

- Mike

Marty-Party · Regular Visitor Joined: Nov 17, 2005 Posts: 87

Quite right Mike, I should have said that you need Airfix type paint.

I'm not very good at taking pictures, the unit looks much better in the flesh. Note the scratch in the top left corner was there before the paint was applied ( I dropped the i3 a few months ago ).

I have also cleaned the screen since taking this picture!

paulyoung666 · Occasional Visitor Joined: May 30, 2006 Posts: 47

as above about the paint , model shops sell small spray cans of the stuff , i would do mine but it is under warranty Crying or Very sad

, having said that , when you take it apart do you disturb any anti tamper stickers or not ????? Question

timber · Posted: Mon Jun 05, 2006 6:48 pm Post subject:

Spenk · Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2006 1:11 am Post subject:

Blimey, someone will be suggesting go faster strips and body kits next Laughing

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