ZUMO Powerlet Techmount quick disconnect
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RE: ZUMO Powerlet Techmount quick disconnect
you have a fm modulator? can you tell me how this works? I am interested in setting mine up this way but am currently using the 3.5mm plug. I will also be getting the powerlet thanks to your friggen post[:@] more $$$ spent on my bike![sm=violin.gif] love this place but I think my wife might put a block on this address if I keep spending money.
RE: ZUMO Powerlet Techmount quick disconnect
Thanks Merlin these look great. BY the way your intsall really looks clean. I checked out the web sites for your parts and they have so many. Can you list the part numbers?
Thanks
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RE: ZUMO Powerlet Techmount quick disconnect
Project Parts List - modified 3/11/08
1) Garmin Zumo 550
Direct from Powerlet: (Call 1-877-752-7835)
1) PKT-068 bracket with socket assembly (no wiring harness) – Chrome
1) Techmount Riser 2 ˝ inches Chrome Approx $50.00
1) Techmount Accessory Quick Change Adapter $14.95
1) PPC-020-SC GARMIN ZUMO POWER CABLE
Short cable-SC at 12" in length w/Powerlet PPL-002 straight plug $32.95
(I might recommend a 10" cable and a right angle plug. It might be a cleaner look and easier to use.)
1) Sound Professionals SP-SPSC-7 Gold Plated Right Angle Stereo Patch Cable - 8 inches $5? (wesite)
1) Radio Shack 274-886 Gold Plated female-female 1/8 coupler $11.00
2) Stainless 4mm screws from Ace Hardware $1.00
2) P clamps Ace Hardware (so cheap they were almost free)
1) Plastic cap (free)
UPDATE - THINGS LEARNED - PROJECT REVISION:
I removed the FM modulator and did the additional AUX jack in the HD radio. MUCH Better!
see post below for more info... https://www.hdforums.com/fb.asp?m=2854528
1) Garmin Zumo 550
Direct from Powerlet: (Call 1-877-752-7835)
1) PKT-068 bracket with socket assembly (no wiring harness) – Chrome
1) Techmount Riser 2 ˝ inches Chrome Approx $50.00
1) Techmount Accessory Quick Change Adapter $14.95
1) PPC-020-SC GARMIN ZUMO POWER CABLE
Short cable-SC at 12" in length w/Powerlet PPL-002 straight plug $32.95
(I might recommend a 10" cable and a right angle plug. It might be a cleaner look and easier to use.)
1) Sound Professionals SP-SPSC-7 Gold Plated Right Angle Stereo Patch Cable - 8 inches $5? (wesite)
1) Radio Shack 274-886 Gold Plated female-female 1/8 coupler $11.00
2) Stainless 4mm screws from Ace Hardware $1.00
2) P clamps Ace Hardware (so cheap they were almost free)
1) Plastic cap (free)
UPDATE - THINGS LEARNED - PROJECT REVISION:
I removed the FM modulator and did the additional AUX jack in the HD radio. MUCH Better!
see post below for more info... https://www.hdforums.com/fb.asp?m=2854528
Last edited by Merlin; Aug 7, 2008 at 03:54 PM.
RE: ZUMO Powerlet Techmount quick disconnect
SPECIAL NOTE:
I have 1 1/4" handlebars.
The "PKT-068 bracket with socket assembly" is for 1 1/4" handlebars!
I do not know what the correct part # is for 1" bars.
Call 'em!
Powerlet:
Adamwas great about replying to email and very helpful on the phone.
Techmount:
Dave was outstanding with his knowledge, assistance and direction.
]\/[erlin
I have 1 1/4" handlebars.
The "PKT-068 bracket with socket assembly" is for 1 1/4" handlebars!
I do not know what the correct part # is for 1" bars.
Call 'em!
Powerlet:
Adamwas great about replying to email and very helpful on the phone.
Techmount:
Dave was outstanding with his knowledge, assistance and direction.
]\/[erlin
RE: ZUMO Powerlet Techmount quick disconnect
Here's what I did under the Powerbar.
Two longer screws (4mm) to replace the stock screws that hold the Powerbar clamp together.
Two P clamps and the Radio Shack 274-886 (1/8" female-female) covered in black heat shrink wrap.
One Female jack side for the AUX audio cable that comes out of the handlebars and
one side for the Sound Pros SP-SPSC-7 8" cable (shown in photo) for quick connect to the Zumo.
NOTE: The Rat Shack part 274-886 is a bright gold the heat shrink made it black so it was not noticable.
bottom view of Powerbar
Capping the bottom of the Powerbar:
Drill a small hole in the plastic cap pull the wires through and then solder the wires to the Powerbar contacts.
Put a small drop of siliconeon the plastic cap to hold it on.
]\/[erlin
Two longer screws (4mm) to replace the stock screws that hold the Powerbar clamp together.
Two P clamps and the Radio Shack 274-886 (1/8" female-female) covered in black heat shrink wrap.
One Female jack side for the AUX audio cable that comes out of the handlebars and
one side for the Sound Pros SP-SPSC-7 8" cable (shown in photo) for quick connect to the Zumo.
NOTE: The Rat Shack part 274-886 is a bright gold the heat shrink made it black so it was not noticable.
bottom view of Powerbar
Capping the bottom of the Powerbar:
Drill a small hole in the plastic cap pull the wires through and then solder the wires to the Powerbar contacts.
Put a small drop of siliconeon the plastic cap to hold it on.
]\/[erlin
Last edited by Merlin; Aug 7, 2008 at 03:56 PM.
RE: ZUMO Powerlet Techmount quick disconnect
I have 1 ź diameter handlebars so the supplied Ram Mount handlebar mount was too small. I tried the Ram Mount clutch mount. This allowed quick disconnect but I had hanging wires to the cigarette lighter and the HD Radio aux input when using the Zumo. I did not care for the appearance of the hanging wires as well as the safety factor. I was concerned that the hanging wires might catch on something, possibly damaging a component or even worse getting snagged and causing a riding mishap.
This way, No Wires = No Worries.
NOTE: I have since eliminated the DELPHI (below) and did the AUX jack in the back of the HD Radio mod. MUCH BETTER!
Last edited by Merlin; Aug 7, 2008 at 04:01 PM.
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RE: ZUMO Powerlet Techmount quick disconnect
Things learned:
Ok, I wish I'd done this first!!!
I removed the FM modulator and did a AUX jack on the back of the HD radio.
MUCH BETTER!
]\/[erlin
Ok, I wish I'd done this first!!!
I removed the FM modulator and did a AUX jack on the back of the HD radio.
MUCH BETTER!
]\/[erlin
Last edited by Merlin; Aug 7, 2008 at 04:02 PM.
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RE: ZUMO Powerlet Techmount quick disconnect
With Zumo 550 mounted:
Nice setup, Merlini. No worries about water getting into the powerlet socket when you're riding in the rain with the Zumo mounted?