05-30-2017, 06:41 PM | #1 |
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From tube radio to sd
The last permanently installed sound system in this 54 was an aftermarket tube radio. Had a portable 4 track in it briefly until it was stolen 1n 1970. Yep someone actually stole a 4 track back then. Today we installed a new am fm, sd, usb you name it radio. The technological advances in 47 years is amazing to this old man. More amazing is that i just discovered that SD technology has apparently rendered Cassettes, CDs and about every previous recording mediums obsolescent. With a 32 GB SD you can record up to 4000 songs. I have 3910 to go. It went into the glove box as shown leaving room for a phone to charge. Only down side is remote will not work with glovebox door closed.
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05-30-2017, 07:50 PM | #2 |
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Re: From tube radio to sd
Once you have it set up it shouldn't be much of a hassle as most of us set the volume where we want it and if you have a long play list on the SD card you are good for days.
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05-30-2017, 08:18 PM | #3 | |
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Re: From tube radio to sd
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I put some 200 watt multi-range marine grade speakers behind seat. Sounds OK but who can hear anymore? I might use the bluetooth from the future dash tablet for a remote as well. |
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05-31-2017, 02:16 AM | #4 |
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Re: From tube radio to sd
Looks nice.
If you leave the box door open they might use the Craftsman set when they come back for the new system. |
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