Downsides to going with aftermarket head unit?

[romeokc10]

Originally Posted by X5SND

Actually I find it quite the opposite...the steeper angle prevents the screen from being subjected to the glare you would experience on a screen mounted in a more horizontal manner on bright days. Moreover, because of how it's situated, it's almost 2" closer than the factory nav position---so it's actually an easier glance than you would have from mounting an aftermarket head unit with a standard DIN kit. The face of the screen also sits at the same angle as the hvac controls; IMO it feels much of a natural/intuitive position.

Buddy you did a helluva job with that install, congrats!