What head unit did you swap out the stock one for? Any regrets? Whats the best unit you found?

    Problem is that there is no true Marine Grade Double Din regardless of brand. Yes, there are Marine Grade Single Din, and Marine Grade "Gauge" style, but no true Marine Grade Double Din.


    Closest is the Sony XAV-AX#### series. While there are Youtube videos showing it being "rained" on and surviving, Sony specifically excludes water damage in their warranty. Even the head units for the Harley's are not waterproof.


    Closest I've seen to a "double din size front plate" is the Rockford Fosgate PMX-8. But it's not exact and requires an adapter plate to make it "look like" a double din.

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    Pioneer is great but why would anyone put a non marine grade double din unit in the slingshot? Even if it never rained theres so many other variables outdoor that can and will ruin the unit over time in my opinion.

    Same thing in my 2015 harley road glide , still going strong after a few storms.......its all in how you take care of it and protect it

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    Problem is that there is no true Marine Grade Double Din regardless of brand. Yes, there are Marine Grade Single Din, and Marine Grade "Gauge" style, but no true Marine Grade Double Din.


    Closest is the Sony XAV-AX#### series. While there are Youtube videos showing it being "rained" on and surviving, Sony specifically excludes water damage in their warranty. Even the head units for the Harley's are not waterproof.


    Closest I've seen to a "double din size front plate" is the Rockford Fosgate PMX-8. But it's not exact and requires an adapter plate to make it "look like" a double din.

    True. Hey to each their own, I'd rather have peace of mind in anything I invest my money in. You wouldnt throw in non water resistant electronics in a boat, neither should anyone in the slingshot.

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    Problem is that there is no true Marine Grade Double Din regardless of brand. Yes, there are Marine Grade Single Din, and Marine Grade "Gauge" style, but no true Marine Grade Double Din.


    Closest is the Sony XAV-AX#### series. While there are Youtube videos showing it being "rained" on and surviving, Sony specifically excludes water damage in their warranty. Even the head units for the Harley's are not waterproof.


    Closest I've seen to a "double din size front plate" is the Rockford Fosgate PMX-8. But it's not exact and requires an adapter plate to make it "look like" a double din.

    I have had the sony XAV-100 for about 4 years now, it has survived several rainstorms, the occasional pressure wash spray and the heat of no top direct sunlight.

    While there are definitely things I don't like about it, I have to admit that it has survived for way longer than I expected and can't help it but say that the damn thing is pretty much a tank.

    oh and I don't have a fancy enclosure like mytoy or any of the others, even though I did buy one with a lid I never got around to install it and its still sitting in the garage 4 years later in the same box as the red radiator hose kit that I never installed either lol.

    Is not that I am mean, I just don't sugarcoat what I say.

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    I have had the sony XAV-100 for about 4 years now, it has survived several rainstorms, the occasional pressure wash spray and the heat of no top direct sunlight.

    While there are definitely things I don't like about it, I have to admit that it has survived for way longer than I expected and can't help it but say that the damn thing is pretty much a tank.

    oh and I don't have a fancy enclosure like mytoy or any of the others, even though I did buy one with a lid I never got around to install it and its still sitting in the garage 4 years later in the same box as the red radiator hose kit that I never installed either lol.

    Yeah, the XAV-100 is now discontinued, replaced by the XAV-150. I've read reviews and asked if it was "water resistant" like the -100, but haven't heard back yet.

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    I got a smokin' deal on a head unit I found online...



    I guess it's okay, but I'm unable to keep my eyes on the road... 🤣

    Finally went for it and bought up the Kenwood DMX1037S !! No regrets! 10.1" LCD. Fits great, looks great and just finished up a custom theme for the Raspberry Pi 4 SBC and tested. Working great! 720P and plays every retro-game you can imagine! More pix to come. Testing more. HDMI input FTW!!!


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    Finally went for it and bought up the Kenwood DMX1037S !! No regrets! 10.1" LCD. Fits great, looks great and just finished up a custom theme for the Raspberry Pi 4 SBC and tested. Working great! 720P and plays every retro-game you can imagine! More pix to come. Testing more. HDMI input FTW!!!


    I like the volume knob. Wish more manufacturers would do that.

    mpj220, can you please add some more photos of your Dasaita 10.2" head unit.


    I looking for a android head unit for my 2016 Slingshot and see your review, and it makes me curious.

    Can you download most android Apps as you use in the Samsung phones? Can you install Spotify etc?

    Was it some issues with Bluetooth connection to other controllers?


    Does it work with the original camera on the slingshot?


    Do you use any connections from the original head unit when you use this? What type of outputs and inputs do you have for external amplifiers etc?


    Appreciate to get some more feed back about the Dasaita as its a unknown brand for me. Does this model has a model number?

    Quote from CDASlinger

    Finally went for it and bought up the Kenwood DMX1037S !! No regrets! 10.1" LCD. Fits great, looks great and just finished up a custom theme for the Raspberry Pi 4 SBC and tested. Working great! 720P and plays every retro-game you can imagine! More pix to come. Testing more. HDMI input FTW!!!


    what bracket did you use?

    I'll post some pics from my phone shortly.

    https://www.amazon.com/Dasaita…Navigation/dp/B07VBBZFBG/


    I have now put the same unit in 4 other Slingshots.


    I have a number of Android units in various family vehicles. Without a doubt, the Dasaita offers the most bang for the buck. It is a higher price compared to others but, well worth it. Runs on Android 10, 4G ram, 64G rom, PX6 processor, built in Apple Carplay and Android Auto (wired or wireless). The deck has 4x50 watt output. I have used just deck power on other people's and it was darn impressive, especially after you adjust everything.


    You can download most any app from the Google Play store (or any other apk file). I have Pandora, Spotify, Google Music, Youtube Music - just some of the music apps.

    Youtube and any other streaming video apps work fine. I can watch live NE Patriot games.


    As for bluetooth, it works flawless with several phones. If you are looking to use it to pair to an LED controller, that usually doesn't work. Most all controllers use location services as a backdoor into your phone's bluetooth. These Android head units just don't have that ability.


    Works perfect with the factory backup camera. I use a wire harness and a double din install kit from https://xtremetunez.com I also installed a USB dash cam ($40) and if works awesome. I still have an open RCA video input for another camera (yes, the deck will record the video).


    I am personally running a few amps and a DSP unit. Nothing major - all budget stuff. 2 small amps and the DSP mounted behind the head unit. A sub amp in the drivers storage running a shallow 10 mounted to each storage door. I still have plenty of room in my storage compartments.


    With Android decks, it all is a matter of what you want out of them. If you want everything built into the deck (GPS, full Android, video apps), Dasaita is the way to go. If you want a big screen deck only to run Apple Carplay or Android Auto, check out the ATOTO F7. It operates on a modified Linux system and works very well. I replaced an Alpine deck in my wife's car with an F7. Much better sound.

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    mpj220, can you please add some more photos of your Dasaita 10.2" head unit.

    Also, I run a different launcher than stock. Nova makes it more "Android" looking.

    Thanks for all the information.

    I will go ahead an buy a Dasaita for my Slingshot.

    Are you happy with the size? I see they have a similar model with 11.6" screen, all the data is the same except for the size of the screen and it has resolution 1920X1080.

    Which do you think will fit the best 10.2" or the 11.6"

    I have already order the Scosche aftermarket stereo power harness with OEM backup camera integration, maybe I will ask some question later about power for the camera.


    The 10.2" was the largest they offered when I bought it in July 2020. The new Dasaita models look to have a bit better resolution, some larger screen options, and some proprietary interface called "scout". It looks like "scout" makes it easier to do split-screen/multi apps.

    Mine does the split screen thing. Just press and hold the double box in the upper right corner and I can run two programs split screen. Navigation on the left, video (or whatever) on the right.


    My Slingshot has the Scosche harness. It works perfect. Just remember that the aftermarket harness does NOT have any speaker connections. I found it easiest to just run speaker wires directly from the deck (or amp) to the speaker pods.

    I usually recommend Xtremetunez as they are top notch and you can get all the install stuff in one place. I also have their Slingshot Accessory Mount Plate/Heat Shield (SSAP). That gives me a good way to mount the 2 amps behind the head unit.


    Some other things to consider. Not trying to spend your money - just throwing some suggestions while you have the dash cover off. More of a "been there, done that" bit of advice. will follow up with a couple photos.


    Dash Camera - bottom line, your video against their word : https://www.amazon.com/ATOTO-A…ash-Camera/dp/B0822KMK48/


    Remote wireless buttons - As I said in a previous post, I like a simple volume knob. The Dasaita requires that you take your eyes off the road to press the screen at the + or - to change volume. These wireless buttons make it much easier to control. Mounted with double sided tape just in front of the shifter. Simple 4 wire hook up (power, gnd, 2 to radio). The Dasaita allows you to program whatever you want to each button. I have volume up/down, skip forward/back, and mute on the left. The right has quick app open for navigation, phone, other for screen dim : https://www.amazon.com/Aramox-…Controller/dp/B08R3P6SBB/


    Matte screen protector - the angle of the Slingshot dash makes the large screen act like a mirror. Sun in your eyes. This improves things in a big way. Trim this to size. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0792M2ZV5/


    Wifi antenna - the deck comes with a little 1.5" wifi antenna. I have this antenna mounted just above the glove box but under the top dash cover. Increases the wifi range quite a bit. : https://www.amazon.com/Wlaniot…-Connector/dp/B07GNC8DHH/

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    Thanks for many great ideas.

    When it comes to size, do you think the 11.6" will be a better choice compare to 10.2" if you had the option to choose between them today?

    Bigger is always better....yes?? For reference - my 10.2" screen width is almost exactly the same width as the upper console itself.


    There isn't a ton of feedback / reviews yet on the newer units. It looks like they are a pretty new release. Honestly, if it is Dasaita, I would have good confidence it is quality. Many of the bad reviews on the deck I have is primarily due to people not understanding Android.


    The other thing I noticed is that the newer 11.6 and 13.3 width units use a rigid mount between the deck and the screen. The older 10.2 used a ball mount between the deck and screen. What are the advantages/disadvantages ?? A matter of preference/aesthetics.


    I had a guy I met down in Maggie that loved my unit so much, he ordered one and sent it to me to set up a custom launcher and put a ton of apps on it.

    I made some videos to help him figure out how to use all the features.

    This should be a playlist of all the videos:

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    what bracket qre you guys using for these huge screens?

    There are a ton of choices.



    You can do this one from Slingmods: https://www.slingmods.com/doub…-2015-2016-2017?vehicle=3 It looks like a “newer” version of the Navatlas mount that was available for years. This mounts without affecting any factory buttons (including start button).



    I used a mount from Xtremetunez. A bit more involved as it changes all my buttons to push button with LED rings. I also moved the start button to below – also a smaller push button with LED ring. To go this LED button route, I needed to utilize a relay board as Polaris likes to use switched ground for the flashers. And, these little LED switches are only good for a max of 5 amps.