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NYC-10 · 02-16-2009, 10:40 AM

before I hack my dash to install my radio can anyone give me a high quality alternative?and do not mention Custom auto sound.I am running 2 amps 2 subs 2 mids and tweets

Ace in the hole · 02-16-2009, 01:07 PM

have you checked these guys out? http://www.retrosoundusa.com/

dan42 · 02-16-2009, 01:55 PM

I have a retrosound in mine but you definitely need an amp, and am having a little problem organizing my music on a flash drive, but I don't think it's the unit, it's just me. It's an O.K. unit and better than custom sound, but not much, IMO. I'm not too crazy about the kickpanel speakers either. At any rate, I'll be looking to change things a bit, because it sounds horrible right now.

**special-K** · 02-16-2009, 03:02 PM

Mike Hagan Antique Auto Radio Repair
(215)547-7145

He can take any original radio and give it new 180w insides along with cd/XM/MP3 ready.It ain`t cheap,but the best way to stay original looking and get quality sound.

brad_man_72 · 02-16-2009, 04:20 PM

factory am/fm in the dash, something that works hidden anywhere, under seat, glovebox ect.

ChevLoRay · 02-16-2009, 05:14 PM

Check out mahanian, on the board. He has a really nice billet aluminum part that enables a DIN-sized radio unit to fit into the dash. I know, I know.....don't cut the dash is the mantra for a lot of folks. The only problem, and I'm sure you are aware, is that we don't have many choices when it comes to 2-shaft radios.

There was an extensive series of postings done on his part, so do a search and I'm sure you can find it. I bought one for my truck, which hasn't yet been installed (waiting until other work is done), but I'm gonna enjoy an AM/FM/CD unit when it's ready.

big_al_71 · 02-16-2009, 05:39 PM

Cut the dash and install a "Quality" radio. I just went thru this recently and I could not be happier.
I had one of those retro radios in my el camino and it was a POS it lasted me three months and it blew up.

68gmsee · 02-16-2009, 05:52 PM

Does anyone know who makes this one for Classic Parts?

http://www.classicparts.com/1967-72-...info/69%2D758/

duceducenine · 02-16-2009, 05:35 PM

heres what i do and i paint the sleeve black
probably not what your looking for but i wont
cut up a dash for sure not one with an a/c cab

**leddzepp** · 02-16-2009, 06:20 PM

I don't care what anyone says, Custom autosound rocks! I have had one for several years, and it works great. The people who don't like it are more than likely using $20 Kraco speakers. You cannot expect much if you do not use quality speakers.

NYC-10 · 02-16-2009, 06:51 PM

I think I will cut the dash and save the pieces

68gmsee · 02-16-2009, 07:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71swb4x4

The USA-6 is definitely a Custom Autosound piece.

That's what I though but wasn't sure.

Quote:

Originally Posted by leddzepp

I don't care what anyone says, Custom autosound rocks! I have had one for several years, and it works great. The people who don't like it are more than likely using $20 Kraco speakers. You cannot expect much if you do not use quality speakers.

Which one did you get? I was looking at the one in the Classic Parts catalog pn# 69-758 for $234 and 240 watts of power. I'm not into a lot of loud music and big speakers but I figured with the extra wattage the quality would be better with some good speakers.

cparman · 02-16-2009, 08:17 PM

I installed one of the retrosound units in a Blazer. If I remember it has RCA jacks to connect front.rear and sub amps, PLUS a mini usb on the faceplate to connect your thumbdrive or IPOD.

thebrown83 · 02-16-2009, 10:49 PM

What is the deal with not cutting the dash? its metal and can just be welded back if needed right? most people on here seem to think the dash is trash if it is cut, but it can be fixed like any other piece of metal. why do people not object as much to shaving the firewall and side markers and trim holes and stuff? aftermarket radios that require a cut dash are cheaper and just all around better in my opinion. just my 2 cents... really not trying to offend anyone.

02-16-2009, 10:40 AM	#1
NYC-10 screamin eagle Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: westbury ny Posts: 237	radio options before I hack my dash to install my radio can anyone give me a high quality alternative?and do not mention Custom auto sound.I am running 2 amps 2 subs 2 mids and tweets Attached Images __________________ SCREAMIN EAGLE

02-16-2009, 01:07 PM	#2
Ace in the hole Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA Posts: 538	Re: radio options have you checked these guys out? http://www.retrosoundusa.com/ __________________ 1970 K20, 350--- SOLD 05 silverado extended cab short box- duramax Jeep wrangler unlimited

02-16-2009, 01:55 PM	#3
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: radio options I have a retrosound in mine but you definitely need an amp, and am having a little problem organizing my music on a flash drive, but I don't think it's the unit, it's just me. It's an O.K. unit and better than custom sound, but not much, IMO. I'm not too crazy about the kickpanel speakers either. At any rate, I'll be looking to change things a bit, because it sounds horrible right now. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

02-16-2009, 03:02 PM	#4
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: radio options Mike Hagan Antique Auto Radio Repair (215)547-7145 He can take any original radio and give it new 180w insides along with cd/XM/MP3 ready.It ain`t cheap,but the best way to stay original looking and get quality sound. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-16-2009, 04:20 PM	#5
brad_man_72 the boat guy Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: springfield mo Posts: 2,339	Re: radio options factory am/fm in the dash, something that works hidden anywhere, under seat, glovebox ect. __________________ 67, swb, fleet, tach, throttle, 5.3, 4l60e, 3.73's, fuel cell, 5 lug, p.d.b., 4-6 drop. great little truck 66, stevens drag/ski 18' silouette, 350, 2.02 doublehump heads. comp extreme marine 278 cam, vette 7 fin valve covers, old polished edelbrock intake, velvetdrive, casale v-drive, adj cavitation plate. 28, model a rpu project,

02-16-2009, 05:14 PM	#6
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: radio options Check out mahanian, on the board. He has a really nice billet aluminum part that enables a DIN-sized radio unit to fit into the dash. I know, I know.....don't cut the dash is the mantra for a lot of folks. The only problem, and I'm sure you are aware, is that we don't have many choices when it comes to 2-shaft radios. There was an extensive series of postings done on his part, so do a search and I'm sure you can find it. I bought one for my truck, which hasn't yet been installed (waiting until other work is done), but I'm gonna enjoy an AM/FM/CD unit when it's ready. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

02-16-2009, 05:39 PM	#7
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: radio options Cut the dash and install a "Quality" radio. I just went thru this recently and I could not be happier. I had one of those retro radios in my el camino and it was a POS it lasted me three months and it blew up. Attached Images __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

02-16-2009, 05:52 PM	#8
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: radio options Does anyone know who makes this one for Classic Parts? http://www.classicparts.com/1967-72-...info/69%2D758/

02-16-2009, 05:35 PM	#9
duceducenine Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: el sobrante CA 94803 Posts: 284	Re: radio options heres what i do and i paint the sleeve black probably not what your looking for but i wont cut up a dash for sure not one with an a/c cab Last edited by duceducenine; 12-31-2010 at 01:43 PM.

02-16-2009, 06:20 PM	#10
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,115	Re: radio options I don't care what anyone says, Custom autosound rocks! I have had one for several years, and it works great. The people who don't like it are more than likely using $20 Kraco speakers. You cannot expect much if you do not use quality speakers.

02-16-2009, 06:51 PM	#11
NYC-10 screamin eagle Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: westbury ny Posts: 237	Re: radio options I think I will cut the dash and save the pieces __________________ SCREAMIN EAGLE

02-16-2009, 08:17 PM	#13
cparman sharp as a marble Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: atlantic beach,florida Posts: 1,082	Re: radio options I installed one of the retrosound units in a Blazer. If I remember it has RCA jacks to connect front.rear and sub amps, PLUS a mini usb on the faceplate to connect your thumbdrive or IPOD.

02-16-2009, 10:49 PM	#14
thebrown83 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Kingfisher OK Posts: 176	Re: radio options What is the deal with not cutting the dash? its metal and can just be welded back if needed right? most people on here seem to think the dash is trash if it is cut, but it can be fixed like any other piece of metal. why do people not object as much to shaving the firewall and side markers and trim holes and stuff? aftermarket radios that require a cut dash are cheaper and just all around better in my opinion. just my 2 cents... really not trying to offend anyone.



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