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jb3t · 11-25-2014, 02:05 AM

Hi,

I have a 78 C10 with an old Cobra after-market radio that fits the original spot. The thing is garbage and I would like to replace with something with modern conveniences while not hacking up the dash at all.

A few questions.

- are there any good options that can be installed without hacking up the dash?

- anyone install the below stereo?
http://www.classicparts.com/1973-87-.../#.VHQZqye9KK1

I've searched through many historical threads and found some decent dated info but I figured out I would throw it out to you folks.

Jay.

GMC Guy · 11-25-2014, 02:25 AM

I've got one.
Overall, it's a good unit, simple, clean, easy to install.
However, for me at least, I'm left wanting more... i.e. bluetooth, usb, more adjust-ability, etc.
Been running mine for 6 years now and it's still rocking the pair of alpine 6.5's and polk 6x9's just fine.

i remember seeing someone on here install a single DIN stereo under the ash-tray with one of these mounts. that's the route i want to go down the road.
http://www.crutchfield.com/p_1209990...t.html?tp=2114

andrewmp6 · 11-25-2014, 08:10 AM

The other option is http://www.retrosound.com/

TexasJeff · 11-25-2014, 09:00 AM

I just installed a Retro Sound Zuma model, I absolutely love it. I would highly recommend easy install and sounds great. I found some 4x10 3 way speakers on eBay to fit in the factory location in the cab corners, and bought the dual speaker from LMC for under the dash.

jb3t · 11-25-2014, 09:35 AM

Thanks....

Seeing the truck (78 C10) is new to me and the stereo does not work, can you tell me where the speakers are. The only one I saw, without looking closely, is a single speaker at the top of the dash.

tlawre87 · 11-25-2014, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jb3t

Thanks....

Seeing the truck (78 C10) is new to me and the stereo does not work, can you tell me where the speakers are. The only one I saw, without looking closely, is a single speaker at the top of the dash.

Most likely that is the only one.

TexasJeff · 11-25-2014, 02:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tlawre87

Most likely that is the only one.

If you have more than one the other will be behind the seat in each lower corner of the cab. There are factory bolt in brackets that hold the 4x10 speakers. LMC sells the brackets and covers for the speakers behind the seats. http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cc/full.aspx?Page=130

andrewmp6 · 11-25-2014, 10:30 AM

A member on here makes 6x9 cab corner speaker brackets http://www.73-87.com/Parts/7387Speak...20Brackets.htm

Oregoon · 11-25-2014, 08:06 PM

Another option is installing one under your seat and using a remote.

Not ideal, but out of sight is always good. My buddy did a stereo, amp, and iPod holder/ hook-up under the seat of his (gasp!) '68 Ford. Speakers live under the dash, behind the bench, and in the door panels.

Stock stero still lives where it should, and even works (as long as his aftermarket system is off).

He had help from a local stereo-install shop, but it's a neat set up, though it does require some forethought and practice to use.

11-25-2014, 02:05 AM	#1
jb3t Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Boston Posts: 139	Need Radio - Options for New Radio without Cutting Dash Hi, I have a 78 C10 with an old Cobra after-market radio that fits the original spot. The thing is garbage and I would like to replace with something with modern conveniences while not hacking up the dash at all. A few questions. - are there any good options that can be installed without hacking up the dash? - anyone install the below stereo? http://www.classicparts.com/1973-87-.../#.VHQZqye9KK1 I've searched through many historical threads and found some decent dated info but I figured out I would throw it out to you folks. Jay.

11-25-2014, 02:25 AM	#2
GMC Guy Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 913	Re: Need Radio - Options for New Radio without Cutting Dash I've got one. Overall, it's a good unit, simple, clean, easy to install. However, for me at least, I'm left wanting more... i.e. bluetooth, usb, more adjust-ability, etc. Been running mine for 6 years now and it's still rocking the pair of alpine 6.5's and polk 6x9's just fine. i remember seeing someone on here install a single DIN stereo under the ash-tray with one of these mounts. that's the route i want to go down the road. http://www.crutchfield.com/p_1209990...t.html?tp=2114 __________________ Greg 1974 GMC 1/2 Ton SWB Fleetside L33 5.3/4l65e .................__ ............._____l __\__ ..............l_(O)_ l___(O)]

11-25-2014, 08:10 AM	#3
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: Need Radio - Options for New Radio without Cutting Dash The other option is http://www.retrosound.com/

11-25-2014, 09:00 AM	#4
TexasJeff Don't Crush em Restore em Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Pinehurst, Texas Posts: 764	Re: Need Radio - Options for New Radio without Cutting Dash I just installed a Retro Sound Zuma model, I absolutely love it. I would highly recommend easy install and sounds great. I found some 4x10 3 way speakers on eBay to fit in the factory location in the cab corners, and bought the dual speaker from LMC for under the dash. __________________ TexasJeff 2009 Silver with Linen Interior Cadillac DTS 1990 Red with White Top and Interior Ford Mustang GT convertible 1998 Red with Gray Interior, C3500 Chevy Crew Cab Dually

11-25-2014, 09:35 AM	#5
jb3t Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Boston Posts: 139	Re: Need Radio - Options for New Radio without Cutting Dash Thanks.... Seeing the truck (78 C10) is new to me and the stereo does not work, can you tell me where the speakers are. The only one I saw, without looking closely, is a single speaker at the top of the dash.

11-25-2014, 10:30 AM	#8
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: Need Radio - Options for New Radio without Cutting Dash A member on here makes 6x9 cab corner speaker brackets http://www.73-87.com/Parts/7387Speak...20Brackets.htm

11-25-2014, 08:06 PM	#9
Oregoon Roadside Rebuilder Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Southeast Portland, OR Posts: 421	Re: Need Radio - Options for New Radio without Cutting Dash Another option is installing one under your seat and using a remote. Not ideal, but out of sight is always good. My buddy did a stereo, amp, and iPod holder/ hook-up under the seat of his (gasp!) '68 Ford. Speakers live under the dash, behind the bench, and in the door panels. Stock stero still lives where it should, and even works (as long as his aftermarket system is off). He had help from a local stereo-install shop, but it's a neat set up, though it does require some forethought and practice to use.



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