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cwilkie · 11-16-2009, 10:11 PM

I trimmed my dash for a modern style radio; however, I do not know how I am going to mount the radio. The radio will fit in the opening but I do not know how to properly secure it so it doesn't move or bend my dash. Does anyone have any pointers?

oldblue1968chevy · 11-16-2009, 10:36 PM

mines in there tilted up,free bump id like to know too lol

DZL1 · 11-16-2009, 10:40 PM

Use some type of backstrap that you can bolt 1 end to back of radio and other end to vehicle.

DZL1.

unclewatts · 11-16-2009, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by DZL1

Use some type of backstrap that you can bolt 1 end to back of radio and other end to vehicle.

DZL1.

The factory radio had a strap in the back which bolted to the underside of the dash. The reason they did that was because the Delco radio was so big and heavy. Modern radios are light and small, so a lot of guys just use the tuning and volume control shaft nuts to support the radio.

jackyl9999 · 11-16-2009, 11:56 PM

I am interested in a solution for this also. Does anyone know of a adapter? I know adapters are available for most new veh. when replaceing a factory radio with din size cd player. I would like to find something that will cover up the poor cutting job I did when I was younger and dumber.

steve

Sacramento70 · 11-17-2009, 12:16 AM

this is what im using for thew outside

tecky11 · 11-17-2009, 12:43 AM

on my truck the radio was mounted to a plate that bolted to the dash. i just taped my radio to it and bolted it to the dash adn so far it has worked pretty well for me

red71c10 · 11-17-2009, 03:13 AM

I thought metal plumber's tape was the universal solution for mounting stereos. That's what I've used and seen used more than anything.

'68 Newtricks · 03-17-2015, 02:10 AM

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Originally Posted by jackyl9999

I am interested in a solution for this also. Does anyone know of a adapter? I know adapters are available for most new veh. when replaceing a factory radio with din size cd player. I would like to find something that will cover up the poor cutting job I did when I was younger and dumber.

steve

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Originally Posted by Sacramento70

this is what im using for thew outside

Searched for this topic before creating a new thread, luckily it's already created so I'll bump it. I'm running into this problem too. I really want to run an aftermarket stereo, especially since the dash has already been cut by a PO. The problem, like mentioned earlier, is the cut isn't the best. Seems the old dial holes are always left.

So, I'd like to run something like the above picture, if available to purchase. I'd also like to secure the radio cage as best as possible. If straps are the answer, so be it. My K5 runs an aftermarket aluminum dash, so it's DIN opening is plenty strong, but that doesn't help my C10.

Zeroman · 03-17-2015, 11:19 AM

A board member makes a great Billet Aluminum Radio Plate to fill the hole, clean it up, and I am sure it helps steady the radio.

I've got one, love it.

Check it out in Parts For Sale

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=7063487

**michael bustamante** · 03-17-2015, 11:43 AM

there should be a stud on the back of the radio to mount a piece of plumbers strap to. screw the other end of the strap to the firewall or if the oem radio mount is still attatched to the firewall, screw it to that

11-16-2009, 10:11 PM	#1
cwilkie Chance Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Belcourt ,ND, USA Posts: 750	How to mount radio? I trimmed my dash for a modern style radio; however, I do not know how I am going to mount the radio. The radio will fit in the opening but I do not know how to properly secure it so it doesn't move or bend my dash. Does anyone have any pointers? __________________ 1968 Chevrolet Stepside BB 396 w/TH400 1972 Chevrolet 3/4 Ton 4x4 BB 496 w/TH400

11-16-2009, 10:36 PM	#2
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: How to mount radio? mines in there tilted up,free bump id like to know too lol __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

11-16-2009, 10:40 PM	#3
DZL1 One day..... Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ocala, FL. Posts: 702	Re: How to mount radio? Use some type of backstrap that you can bolt 1 end to back of radio and other end to vehicle. DZL1.

11-16-2009, 11:56 PM	#5
jackyl9999 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Paragould, Ar Posts: 571	Re: How to mount radio? I am interested in a solution for this also. Does anyone know of a adapter? I know adapters are available for most new veh. when replaceing a factory radio with din size cd player. I would like to find something that will cover up the poor cutting job I did when I was younger and dumber. steve __________________ 1970 Gmc Grande Sierra Swb 2wd LSX (LQ4/4L80e) 1990 K1500 Daily

11-17-2009, 12:16 AM	#6
Sacramento70 Blazer Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sacramento, ca Posts: 249	Re: How to mount radio? this is what im using for thew outside Attached Images __________________ 1970 Chevy blazer

11-17-2009, 12:43 AM	#7
tecky11 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: phoenix,AZ Posts: 451	Re: How to mount radio? on my truck the radio was mounted to a plate that bolted to the dash. i just taped my radio to it and bolted it to the dash adn so far it has worked pretty well for me

11-17-2009, 03:13 AM	#8
red71c10 The Red Menace Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Roseburg, OR Posts: 577	Re: How to mount radio? I thought metal plumber's tape was the universal solution for mounting stereos. That's what I've used and seen used more than anything. __________________ 1971 Custom 10 - 350/350TH - Pwr steering, gauges, Chrome front bumper, Chrome hubcaps, Door edge guards, HD rear springs (current) 1968 C-20 Custom Camper - 350/350TH (orig 327), Pwr steering & brakes, gauges w/tach (former) 1968 C-20 - 307/3sp column (Dad's when I was a kid) "Driving is like coloring. Things get messy if you can't stay inside the lines."

03-17-2015, 11:19 AM	#10
Zeroman Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 348	Re: How to mount radio? A board member makes a great Billet Aluminum Radio Plate to fill the hole, clean it up, and I am sure it helps steady the radio. I've got one, love it. Check it out in Parts For Sale http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=7063487

03-17-2015, 11:43 AM	#11
michael bustamante Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 7,862	Re: How to mount radio? there should be a stud on the back of the radio to mount a piece of plumbers strap to. screw the other end of the strap to the firewall or if the oem radio mount is still attatched to the firewall, screw it to that __________________ 1967custom



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