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C10Silverado79

02-22-2010 10:13 AM

Stereo install in 79

I did a quick search but did not find what I was looking for. I have a CD/Stereo head unit that I would like to install. Since the dash is designed for the old 'post' style radios, what is the best way to install a rectangular unit in the stock location? Are there kits available or does everyone just 'roll their own'? Any suggestions for cutting the panel ?

Thanks
Steve

hotrod_991

02-22-2010 10:54 AM

Re: Stereo install in 79

alot of peolple just cut the dash to fit the stereo. There is not acual intal kit cause the hole is not large enough. iether that or you can mount it else were suck as the glove box or make a custom enclosure for it under the dash. Just make sure the hole it just a hair bigger than the actual cd player so you can fit the battle cage in there. ( the metal cage that holds the cd player)

AceX	02-22-2010 07:51 PM

Re: Stereo install in 79

Be a man and cut it.

qu1cks1lver56

02-23-2010 04:15 AM

Re: Stereo install in 79

Quote:

Originally Posted by AceX (Post 3818163)

Be a man and cut it.

this

bumslie75

02-23-2010 04:43 AM

Re: Stereo install in 79

Ya thats the only way to do it MAN UP CUT IT UP

andrewmp6

02-23-2010 06:35 AM

Re: Stereo install in 79

Look on crutchfield site they have a plate for it.Use the plate to mark your cut and go to town.

C10Silverado79

02-23-2010 08:01 AM

Re: Stereo install in 79

I figured I would have to cut the dash. I just wanted to see if anyone had any tips-n-tricks I could follow before I 'mangled' it on my own. I have to find a radio install kit with a 'battle cage'. I pulled the radio out of a Corolla that I'm selling (put the stock radio back in) but it does not have the cage.

Is it better to get the panel from someplace like Crutchfield or can you cut the bezel also?

Malo83

02-23-2010 04:17 PM

Re: Stereo install in 79

Man I can't believe what i'm seeing, Cut It!!! :dohh: don't butcher the dash.

jchav62

02-23-2010 04:35 PM

Re: Stereo install in 79

Quote:

Originally Posted by Malo83 (Post 3820186)

Man I can't believe what i'm seeing, Cut It!!! :dohh: don't butcher the dash.

I agree... don't cut it!

Be a man, and go without CD's! :lol:

:chevy:listen to the SBC:chevy:

AceX	02-23-2010 10:43 PM

Re: Stereo install in 79

Quote:

Originally Posted by jchav62 (Post 3820219)

I agree... don't cut it!

Be a man, and go without CD's! :lol:

:chevy:listen to the SBC:chevy:

Only problem is its always the same tune and all you can change is the volume...

spinem

02-23-2010 10:57 PM

Re: Stereo install in 79

switch the factory ac controlls /w/ the old radio slot (oooh now the gears are turning)

Hoods69BadBowTie

03-19-2010 05:51 PM

Re: Stereo install in 79

Quote:

Originally Posted by AceX (Post 3821023)

Only problem is its always the same tune and all you can change is the volume...

Yea lol x2 I love them tunes but do get tired of them :lol::devil:

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