Does it charge via a USB connection? You could try the setup that most dashcams use - wire a fuse and a long USB charger (mine is fuse -> cigarette charger -> USB cigarette charger cable) into the driver's footwell fuse box and run it up the A-pillar and under the headliner to the rearview mirror.

I think these are the ones I used:
Amazon.com: Bussmann (BP/HHH-RP) ATM Mini Circuit Converter: Automotive

Amazon.com: Cigarette Lighter Socket: Automotive

Hope that made sense. Let me know if you have questions.

 

Thanks man that sounds easy. Got two more points I need help with:

• A. Confirm my understanding (before I burn my FJ)
• B. Questions about fuse selection (amps, voltage and elecrtical stuff).

A. Confirm my understanding (before I burn my FJ):

1. I open the driver footwell fuse box.
2. Plug fuse-wire into ANY empty fuse slot in the fuse box.
3. Connect a lighter's wires with the fuse-wire's tail.
4. Connect GoPro via some USB-to-Lighter to the lighter's socket.

Is that perfect?


B. Questions about fuse selection (amps, voltage and elecrtical stuff).

1. Should I plug the fuse-wire into any empty fuse socket? Or are there any specific markings that indicate which ones are more approperiate?
2. GoPro needs an input of 5V 1A. Do y'all still suggest using fuse-wire which to me seems to have a fuse marked by "2-10 A"?. Is there any problem? Should I get a fuse with a lower Amp rating to match the 1A of GoPro?

 

also, instead of a cigartte lighter adapter, try one of these:

DC 12V to 5V USB Converter Power Supply Charger for Apple iPad iPhone NOKIA MOTO HTC Car Recorder

I've used ~ a dozen in my vehicles & trailer and all work with no problems

Much less bulky

 

You might want to have someone help you but all of the fuse locations in the fuse box are 12volt.

 

Even if I let someone else do it for me, I can't blindly trust whomever does it. I.e. I have to know the details to ensure to some degree that what's done is sound.

Currently I'm stuck at finding good dashboard USB sockets. It would be very valuable to me if ya'll could share recommendations.

Thanks,
Maxtor

 

Your cars electrical system is all 12v.

For a dashboard usb socket there really is only the blue sea
Amazon.com: Blue Sea Systems Dual USB Charger Socket: Sports & Outdoors


With a sligh enlarging, it replaces the 12v socket for the cigarette lighter adapter nicely

 

You'll also need to figure out if you want constant power (even w engine off) or just when the engine's on (or at ACC). Try this thread for a breakdown of the fuse panel.

http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/foru...electronics-electrical/45244-tap-switched-12v-drivers-side-dash.html#post775292