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aod92 · 12-31-2014, 12:17 AM

I had a retro sound head unit in my 1970 Deville and they work great! I'm gonna buy one for my truck now...Has all technology of a modern radio but still looks like an original unit.

slikside · 12-31-2014, 02:23 PM

sub'd

sawyerrm · 09-03-2016, 04:05 PM

Old post, any updates?

Deer_hunter_088 · 09-03-2016, 04:50 PM

oddly, my dash is cut from the factory, like its as if they did it in the factory, how?

leftybass209 · 09-03-2016, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deer_hunter_088

oddly, my dash is cut from the factory, like its as if they did it in the factory, how?

Because whomever owned the truck previously, actually cared enough to take their time and do it right. Probably measured, traced, cut and filed or grinded the edges.

Bellinbiker · 09-03-2016, 10:27 PM

I installed an after market radio that fit into original dash hole, however now I'm dealing with a battery drain issue. I'm trying to figure how to cure that. Minus disconnecting the radio ever time I park it for a week at a time.

hdff · 09-04-2016, 11:57 AM

So for the best sound, fit and deal..... Tayman or Hagan?

Batgirl · 01-22-2017, 09:06 PM

Hey There! I'm bring up the ole thread. Any new thoughts on the best radio to get?
I need to put a radio in my uncut dash.

AM/FM radio, and possibly use ipod and bluetooth

**70cst** · 01-22-2017, 09:20 PM

I bought this NOS RCA AM-FM 8 track radio - since then I bought a factory AM-FM and also factory GM 8 tract.

You can find these radios on eBay ...

Just a thought

But I never measured the radio opening so I need to check that out.

Batgirl · 01-22-2017, 09:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70cst

I bought this NOS RCA AM-FM 8 track radio - since then I bought a factory AM-FM and also factory GM 8 tract.

You can find these radios on eBay ...

Just a thought

But I never measured the radio opening so I need to check that out.

Nice find!

67 chevelle · 01-22-2017, 09:35 PM

Because of this thread I bought a retro sound stereo for my 59 Apache . The previous owner had an under dash unit installed , I dont do things that way. I am impressed with the retro sound unit , it works great . It is more complicated to install , and cost more than a custom auto sound , but it works , I had continuing problems with custom auto sound

Batgirl · 01-22-2017, 09:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67 chevelle

Because of this thread I bought a retro sound stereo for my 59 Apache . The previous owner had an under dash unit installed , I dont do things that way. I am impressed with the retro sound unit , it works great . It is more complicated to install , and cost more than a custom auto sound , but it works , I had continuing problems with custom auto sound

Thank you. I dont want problems once I get it put in!

1968aj · 01-22-2017, 09:55 PM

I have owned 2 different trucks with custom auto sound. both of them had problems with the controls not working properly and sounded cheap. ihave read lots of complaints about their radios and you would think they would get the message and do something to improve them.

Batgirl · 01-23-2017, 03:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1968aj

I have owned 2 different trucks with custom auto sound. both of them had problems with the controls not working properly and sounded cheap. i have read lots of complaints about their radios and you would think they would get the message and do something to improve them.

One would think they would fix the problems, they arent concerned w/customer service.

I just ordered a Retro Sound Radio- Hermosa (it has bluetooth, but no satellite hook up; which I didnt need)

**Hart_Rod** · 01-23-2017, 09:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70cst

I bought this NOS RCA AM-FM 8 track radio - since then I bought a factory AM-FM and also factory GM 8 tract.

You can find these radios on eBay ...

Just a thought

But I never measured the radio opening so I need to check that out.

I'm really interested in how this works out. Keep us updated.

93calypsohatch · 01-23-2017, 12:22 PM

I've had 3 radios converted by Gary Tayman so far

Happy with every one of them, definitely recommend. Always been a quick turn around and he sends you a $20 off coupon back with your radio. I just got the radio back for my 72 gmc a few weeks ago. I doubt im going to use the coupon for another conversion before it expires, so if someone is considering using him I could send you the coupon

hdff · 01-23-2017, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 93calypsohatch

I've had 3 radios converted by Gary Tayman so far

Happy with every one of them, definitely recommend. Always been a quick turn around and he sends you a $20 off coupon back with your radio. I just got the radio back for my 72 gmc a few weeks ago. I doubt im going to use the coupon for another conversion before it expires, so if someone is considering using him I could send you the coupon

PM sent about the coupon, I was boxing mine as I type to send to them

12-31-2014, 12:17 AM	#26
aod92 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Plainfield il. Posts: 643	Re: Best aftermarket am/fm radio? I had a retro sound head unit in my 1970 Deville and they work great! I'm gonna buy one for my truck now...Has all technology of a modern radio but still looks like an original unit.

12-31-2014, 02:23 PM	#27
slikside Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Diego Co. Posts: 1,179	Re: Best aftermarket am/fm radio? sub'd __________________ 1972 Chevy C-10, SWB, Fleet, 350/350, PS, PB, HEI, mostly stock, Survivor.

09-03-2016, 04:05 PM	#28
sawyerrm Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Redwood City CA Posts: 474	Re: Best aftermarket am/fm radio? Old post, any updates?

09-03-2016, 04:50 PM	#29
Deer_hunter_088 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Mount Carmel Illinois Posts: 1,321	Re: Best aftermarket am/fm radio? oddly, my dash is cut from the factory, like its as if they did it in the factory, how? __________________ 1994 k1500, Oldredz71(ext shorty 4x4 6 in lift) 1998 S10ZR2 2005 Silverado 2500hd(tow pig) Made in the USA, just like my trucks

09-03-2016, 10:27 PM	#31
Bellinbiker Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Green bay wi Posts: 14	Re: Best aftermarket am/fm radio? I installed an after market radio that fit into original dash hole, however now I'm dealing with a battery drain issue. I'm trying to figure how to cure that. Minus disconnecting the radio ever time I park it for a week at a time.

09-04-2016, 11:57 AM	#32
hdff Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: pasadena,TEXAS Posts: 880	Re: Best aftermarket am/fm radio? So for the best sound, fit and deal..... Tayman or Hagan? __________________ 1971 Cheyenne SWB 402BB, 700R4, 3.73 posi, PS, PB, A/C, Tilt, Tach "Wanda" Don't argue with idiots, People watching may not be able to tell the difference... There's someone in my head........But it's not me...... cheap tricks thread great info here!! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

01-22-2017, 09:06 PM	#33
Batgirl Registered User Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Livermore, CA Posts: 13	Re: Best aftermarket am/fm radio? Hey There! I'm bring up the ole thread. Any new thoughts on the best radio to get? I need to put a radio in my uncut dash. AM/FM radio, and possibly use ipod and bluetooth

01-22-2017, 09:20 PM	#34
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: Best aftermarket am/fm radio? I bought this NOS RCA AM-FM 8 track radio - since then I bought a factory AM-FM and also factory GM 8 tract. You can find these radios on eBay ... Just a thought But I never measured the radio opening so I need to check that out. Attached Images __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

01-22-2017, 09:35 PM	#36
67 chevelle Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: WEST PALM FLORIDA Posts: 1,174	Re: Best aftermarket am/fm radio? Because of this thread I bought a retro sound stereo for my 59 Apache . The previous owner had an under dash unit installed , I dont do things that way. I am impressed with the retro sound unit , it works great . It is more complicated to install , and cost more than a custom auto sound , but it works , I had continuing problems with custom auto sound __________________ 68 Long Fleet , ly6 , turbo 350 , 3-5 drop , original paint , front discs 67 Small window , 7 foot bed , tweaked 6.0 LSX 2004R Medium Olive 58 Apache fleet , 235 , offy intake , dual exhaust , 4 on the floor , red/white 69 Long Fleet , Custom , 6.0, 4l60 , AC , Medium Olive

01-22-2017, 09:55 PM	#38
1968aj Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: houston texas Posts: 1,438	Re: Best aftermarket am/fm radio? I have owned 2 different trucks with custom auto sound. both of them had problems with the controls not working properly and sounded cheap. ihave read lots of complaints about their radios and you would think they would get the message and do something to improve them.

01-23-2017, 12:22 PM	#41
93calypsohatch Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: New hudson MI Posts: 28	Re: Best aftermarket am/fm radio? I've had 3 radios converted by Gary Tayman so far Happy with every one of them, definitely recommend. Always been a quick turn around and he sends you a $20 off coupon back with your radio. I just got the radio back for my 72 gmc a few weeks ago. I doubt im going to use the coupon for another conversion before it expires, so if someone is considering using him I could send you the coupon



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