Wireless charging pad DIY install hack

[dougiefresh]

I just installed this in the factory spot. Just removed the blank cover… works great!
https://www.crutchfield.com/p_212FDM1310/Brandmotion-FDMC-1310.html

What a great hack! Also curious as to what parts you had to remove to get the job done as well as how you wired it all together. Thanks for sharing.

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[BlackDiamondDesign]

There is a custom fit Qi Charger you get here https://www.etsy.com/listing/1161662677/bronco-qi-wireless-charger?ref=listing_published_alert

Works great

 

[Lmarrero1973]

Thanks that’s one thing I still gotta figure out the garage door opener.

I have MyQ garage opener app on my phone and connected to my garage. I can open garage from anywhere and its less gadgets in the car. Chamberlain MyQ Smart Garage Hub - Wi-Fi enabled Garage Hub with Smartphone Control, Model MYQ-G0301, Old Version, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075H7Z5L...t_i_XDHZD0W1D73JA2KKNG98?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Mario3241]

There is a custom fit Qi Charger you get here https://www.etsy.com/listing/1161662677/bronco-qi-wireless-charger?ref=listing_published_alert

Works great

The price isn’t bad, but the design looks kinda fugly. Are you supposed to put the little rubber mat back on it. Does it still charge if you put it back on over it? I’m hoping for a clean factory look.

 

[j_anderson]

This is what I did

https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/thre...harger-install-in-factory-location-diy.32069/

 

[California waiting]

So someone in my 9/6 build group thought I shld share my wireless charger hack. I had a wireless charger that attached to car vent. I took off the car vent part then attached 3m wall hook tape and attached it. Then I put the rubber cover over it tucked the cord it the space above the USB port and was happy my phone cld connect to charger with the rubber cover.

So I bought one for my Ford Explorer for $55 on Amazon, I’m taking it out when I get my Bronco. It should fir

 

[Mario3241]

So I bought one for my Ford Explorer for $55 on Amazon, I’m taking it out when I get my Bronco. It should fir

Clean! Only downside is it’s DC. Probably better for charging speeds, but no DC outlet near there. Fishing to center console may work. Not sure how clean that’ll be though.

 

[Perfect-Beast-2]

I was considering making a ‘keeper’ the size of my phone so it does slide around. Using the tray that come with the bronco to hide the charger is a stellar idea.

 

[California waiting]

Clean! Only downside is it’s DC. Probably better for charging speeds, but no DC outlet near there. Fishing to center console may work. Not sure how clean that’ll be though.

It comes with like a 4” usb that plugs right in that location

 

[Perfect-Beast-2]

I just ordered this one from Amazon. Seems like it should work.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07V3KGC8X/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A2Q5YNZM7ZGR1F&psc=1

 

[kput]

I'm just gonna grab one of these instead of dropping $80 on the Brand motion one...

5W Wireless Charger Transmitter Module - Adopts 3 Coils - Built-in Short-Circuit Protection, Over-Voltage Protection - Wide Compatibility - DIY Wireless Charger Parts … https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MBGKS12/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_90PKZHD35K2PH775JBFK


Edit
Found a 15w, will just need to find somewhere to tie in for power and a way to make it sit flush under the rubber mat.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09B39Z3J1/ref=sw_img_1?smid=A32CEK0PUHPVW1&psc=1

 

[Mario3241]

I'm just gonna grab one of these instead of dropping $80 on the Brand motion one...

5W Wireless Charger Transmitter Module - Adopts 3 Coils - Built-in Short-Circuit Protection, Over-Voltage Protection - Wide Compatibility - DIY Wireless Charger Parts … https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MBGKS12/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_90PKZHD35K2PH775JBFK


Edit
Found a 15w, will just need to find somewhere to tie in for power and a way to make it sit flush under the rubber mat.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09B39Z3J1/ref=sw_img_1?smid=A32CEK0PUHPVW1&psc=1

If you do, can you update a dummy like me with what you do. Preferably with photo instructions. Lol

 

[kput]

If you do, can you update a dummy like me with what you do. Preferably with photo instructions. Lol

Sure can lol. I think I've got a plan. I'll tap into the fuse box under the steering wheel for power, and use some hobby foam with space cut out in the center for the pad to sit. Drill a hole in the plastic cover piece to run the wire, toss the rubber mat over the top and be done
I've got about $30 worth of parts in my cart including the pad.

 

[Mario3241]

Sure can lol. I think I've got a plan. I'll tap into the fuse box under the steering wheel for power, and use some hobby foam with space cut out in the center for the pad to sit. Drill a hole in the plastic cover piece to run the wire, toss the rubber mat over the top and be done
I've got about $30 worth of parts in my cart including the pad.

That sounds perfect and even possibly doable for my skill level.

 

[Rosanna]

Thanks that’s one thing I still gotta figure out the garage door opener.

Update in case anyone was wondering I got an attachment for my garage door opener that connects to an app works good and I can use it anywhere.

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