stereo question
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From: So. Jersey
Lead Driver
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From: So. Jersey
every website i have checked like crutchfield.com says 6.5
1994 F-Series extended cab
Radio opening
1994 F-Series extended cab
Radio opening
- Non-standard dash opening (special integration package required)
- Usable space behind your dash for a new stereo: 6.775"
- 2"-tall ("DIN" style)
- Classic 2-**** (2"-tall shaft style)
- Front Door: 6-1/2"
- Behind Seat: 5x7"
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From: Malahat/Cowichan Valley
but for everyone else.....
As you shop our site, we’ll show you which receivers and speakers fit your 1987 Ford F Series Pickup. Here are some details from our research Files that’ll help you understand our recommendations.
Radio opening
Front speakers
As you shop our site, we’ll show you which receivers and speakers fit your 1987 Ford F Series Pickup. Here are some details from our research Files that’ll help you understand our recommendations.
Radio opening
- Usable space behind your dash for a new stereo: 6.92"
- 2"-tall ("DIN" style)
Front speakers
- Front Door: 6-1/2"
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ok so its 6'' how hard will it be to do the 6 1/2'' speakers i cant find 6'' on the best buy website im doin best buy cuz i found a gift card from there from graduation that i forgot bout lol plus those speakers look like there good
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I'd suggest you pop off your door panel and see if you would have to trim metal or whatever.
Here's a link to what i know works with no trimming or modifications on an 87. Like I said 5 something is actually 5 1/4".
Walmart.com: Sony Xplod XS-R1344 5-1/4" 4-Way Speakers: Auto Electronics
Here's a link to what i know works with no trimming or modifications on an 87. Like I said 5 something is actually 5 1/4".
Walmart.com: Sony Xplod XS-R1344 5-1/4" 4-Way Speakers: Auto Electronics
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In the 92-97 dash you do need a "tool" if you can call it that. You can see the holes to poke the clips through IIRC.
I dont know if your CL head unit came with it, but when you buy a new unit it comes with a rectangular mounting sleeve that is standard DIN size for most aftermarket units. In the 92 on styles the sleeve fits directly in the dash opening, then the head unit slides in and out nice and easy.
I dont know if your CL head unit came with it, but when you buy a new unit it comes with a rectangular mounting sleeve that is standard DIN size for most aftermarket units. In the 92 on styles the sleeve fits directly in the dash opening, then the head unit slides in and out nice and easy.
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I'd suggest you pop off your door panel and see if you would have to trim metal or whatever.
Here's a link to what i know works with no trimming or modifications on an 87. Like I said 5 something is actually 5 1/4".
Walmart.com: Sony Xplod XS-R1344 5-1/4" 4-Way Speakers: Auto Electronics
Here's a link to what i know works with no trimming or modifications on an 87. Like I said 5 something is actually 5 1/4".
Walmart.com: Sony Xplod XS-R1344 5-1/4" 4-Way Speakers: Auto Electronics
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as far as the front door speaker size goes... Most aftermarket speakers will come with a universal mounting bracket. My Alpines came with them for very secure speaker mounting in the front doors. The fact is that the holes in the doors are universal. Pretty much any 5" to 6.5" speaker will fit in these holes with a little fitting.
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As to the install kit/adaptors, I look at it this way. If you are the sort to be taking it in and out and doing other upgrades etc, then definitely get the connector. If you're the sort that the unit goes in and will be there until the truck is dead, or you'll leave it in if you sell it, then save the money.
If I'm not using an adaptor though, what I do is leave the factory connector in the truck, and tap into the wires behind it to connect. Skin 'em. twist 'em, solder and tape 'em. (One of the few spots I'll use tape instead of heat shrink on our trucks, as there's no salt etc getting into this area.)
The biggest part of the job is if you decide to upgrade all the speaker wire or use factory. It's not real good stuff in these trucks, but it is a PITA to swap out, as you'll need to pull the kick panels as well to run new stuff.
If you're buying bulk speaker wire off a roll, I get 10' just to replace the wires for the door speakers. Rear speakers the amount depends on the cab style, and how you want to run the wiring. Ideally keep all speaker wires the same length for each pair, so keep that in mind as you run your wiring.
If I'm not using an adaptor though, what I do is leave the factory connector in the truck, and tap into the wires behind it to connect. Skin 'em. twist 'em, solder and tape 'em. (One of the few spots I'll use tape instead of heat shrink on our trucks, as there's no salt etc getting into this area.)
The biggest part of the job is if you decide to upgrade all the speaker wire or use factory. It's not real good stuff in these trucks, but it is a PITA to swap out, as you'll need to pull the kick panels as well to run new stuff.
If you're buying bulk speaker wire off a roll, I get 10' just to replace the wires for the door speakers. Rear speakers the amount depends on the cab style, and how you want to run the wiring. Ideally keep all speaker wires the same length for each pair, so keep that in mind as you run your wiring.
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My '88 F150 I bought came with some fancy Sony CD player with remote, looks so ugly in there! Radio doesn't even work, antenna isn't connected, I gotta find a factory Ford casette player for it from about the same years. I hate new radios in old truck....doesn't look right!
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Thing about kickers is that they are power hungry. I'm running a Kenwood Excellon head unit, and it just can't keep my kickers fed. Truth be told, I foresee a small multi-channel amp in my future to feed them.
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My '88 F150 I bought came with some fancy Sony CD player with remote, looks so ugly in there! Radio doesn't even work, antenna isn't connected, I gotta find a factory Ford casette player for it from about the same years. I hate new radios in old truck....doesn't look right!
But it hooked up fine with the stock wiring, and just about matches, so you don't have to restrict your search as much.
I do want a CD player, but agree that new radios really don't fit in old trucks.