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NYC-10 · 08-20-2009, 09:47 AM

I was going to install in the dash but didn't have the heart to do it so this is what I am going with.I figured I'm not taking up leg room because the lever is there

BluTrukker · 08-20-2009, 10:16 AM

Nice install, that should make your butt tingle

**71blksuper4x4** · 08-20-2009, 10:49 AM

Looks good, but is the radio in the way of the heater outlet? You live up in the NE, it gets pretty cold to block off your heater outlet. Trevor

big_al_71 · 08-20-2009, 10:52 AM

looks great!!!!

I would of just cut the dash as you are looking down for a radio station and rear end somebody then you will wish you cut the dash

NYC-10 · 08-20-2009, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

Looks good, but is the radio in the way of the heater outlet? You live up in the NE, it gets pretty cold to block off your heater outlet. Trevor

there is enough room for the heat

sjarrett71 · 08-20-2009, 11:13 AM

Will the shift lever interfere with CD operation?

NYC-10 · 08-20-2009, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

Looks good, but is the radio in the way of the heater outlet? You live up in the NE, it gets pretty cold to block off your heater outlet. Trevor

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Originally Posted by big_al_71

looks great!!!!

I would of just cut the dash as you are looking down for a radio station and rear end somebody then you will wish you cut the dash

I actually use the sirius s50 for radio which I will mount beside the radio facing up

NYC-10 · 08-20-2009, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by sjarrett71

Will the shift lever interfere with CD operation?

I 2 wd no in 4 wd yes but this truck will see very little dirt

72BlckButy · 08-20-2009, 01:41 PM

Nice work on the install!

Did you build the box? If so, do you have any dimensions for it?

Also was the box to tall to mount the amps on top?

NYC-10 · 08-20-2009, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Nice work on the install!

Did you build the box? If so, do you have any dimensions for it?

Also was the box to tall to mount the amps on top?

I built the box last year so I don't really remember the dimensions-it was alot of trial and error.the boxfills the whole space under the seat so I mounted the amps where the jack goes

capev86 · 08-20-2009, 05:56 PM

i'm just gonna get one of the those retro chevy bowtie radios custom styled for the 67-72 trucks....not the one with the tape deck, just the aux input equipped unit for using an mp3 player. will do the high tech dual speaker in stock dash location and flush mount a couple 6x9's in the headliner at the rear. i like that you chose to save the dash and put the radio in a unique place. hopefully your new stereo comes with a remote!

unclewatts · 08-20-2009, 08:24 PM

Hey, I like where you installed that radio. Makes it a little easier to wire up too.

08-20-2009, 09:47 AM	#1
NYC-10 screamin eagle Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: westbury ny Posts: 237	decided on radio location I was going to install in the dash but didn't have the heart to do it so this is what I am going with.I figured I'm not taking up leg room because the lever is there Attached Images __________________ SCREAMIN EAGLE Last edited by NYC-10; 08-20-2009 at 09:49 AM. Reason: forgot pictures

08-20-2009, 10:16 AM	#2
BluTrukker BOHICA Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Stewartville, MN Posts: 440	Re: decided on radio location Nice install, that should make your butt tingle __________________ Trying to save someone from their own stupidity is like teaching a pig to dance. It is a waste of your time, and it annoys the pig! Last edited by BluTrukker; 08-20-2009 at 10:17 AM.

08-20-2009, 10:49 AM	#3
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: decided on radio location Looks good, but is the radio in the way of the heater outlet? You live up in the NE, it gets pretty cold to block off your heater outlet. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

08-20-2009, 10:52 AM	#4
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: decided on radio location looks great!!!! I would of just cut the dash as you are looking down for a radio station and rear end somebody then you will wish you cut the dash __________________ 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

08-20-2009, 11:13 AM	#6
sjarrett71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rolla, MO Posts: 2,463	Re: decided on radio location Will the shift lever interfere with CD operation? __________________ -Scott-

08-20-2009, 01:41 PM	#9
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: decided on radio location Nice work on the install! Did you build the box? If so, do you have any dimensions for it? Also was the box to tall to mount the amps on top? __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 08-20-2009 at 01:41 PM.

08-20-2009, 05:56 PM	#11
capev86 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Eliot, Maine Posts: 1,314	Re: decided on radio location i'm just gonna get one of the those retro chevy bowtie radios custom styled for the 67-72 trucks....not the one with the tape deck, just the aux input equipped unit for using an mp3 player. will do the high tech dual speaker in stock dash location and flush mount a couple 6x9's in the headliner at the rear. i like that you chose to save the dash and put the radio in a unique place. hopefully your new stereo comes with a remote!

08-20-2009, 08:24 PM	#12
unclewatts 70 Chevrolet=Obsession Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: nice ca Posts: 1,067	Re: decided on radio location Hey, I like where you installed that radio. Makes it a little easier to wire up too. __________________ I'm Just like my truck. Old, Ugly and Grouchy. Except my truck starts easily in the morning and doesn't smoke! IT'S NOT EASY BEING GREEN! -Kermit the frog 1970 Chevrolet C-10 Longbed Stepside : 350, Muncie M20, 3.08 GM corp. positraction Forest green exterior/light green interior(Where all my money goes) 1996 Toyota Corolla (Parts runner)

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