Yes, and the people I know that have done it are either putting their dish on the ground or putting it on a roof or ladder mount when they want to use it.
Do you have a link to the DIY permanent installation? All the Youtube videos and other guides I've seen mount it on the roof while parked, and take it down while driving.
On the second generation rectangular cpe, there is a certain spot where if you drill a circular hole on the rear using a hole saw, you can reach in with non-conductive tweezers and unplug the cables going to the azimuth and elevation motors. Obviously, voiding the waterproofness and the warranty of the unit.
This service has been out for weeks - not sure why it's only getting publicity today.