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screamin eagle
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: westbury ny
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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
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Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA
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Re: radio options
have you checked these guys out? http://www.retrosoundusa.com/
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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.
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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.
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Join Date: Jul 2007
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Re: radio options
factory am/fm in the dash, something that works hidden anywhere, under seat, glovebox ect.
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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.
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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. |
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Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: South Florida
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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.
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Re: radio options
Does anyone know who makes this one for Classic Parts?
http://www.classicparts.com/1967-72-...info/69%2D758/ |
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Re: radio options
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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.
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screamin eagle
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: westbury ny
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Re: radio options
I think I will cut the dash and save the pieces
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Re: radio options
That's what I though but wasn't sure.
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. |
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Location: atlantic beach,florida
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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.
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Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Kingfisher OK
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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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