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Old Sep 13, 2011 | 11:39 AM
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On my 03 superduty F250 to get out the factory radio does the dash have to come apart?Updating thru Crutchfields and have the mounting kit /pocket.to mount the new Ken wood 7300.Super people at Crutchfields.
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Old Sep 13, 2011 | 11:42 AM
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03 u should just need the radio removal tool it looks almost like two little horse shoes. u just slide them in in the two holes on each side of the radio and pull it out.
 
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Old Sep 13, 2011 | 06:40 PM
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Call Crutchfield and ask them they will tell you exactly how to remove the old radio
 
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Old Sep 13, 2011 | 10:40 PM
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Get the two "U's" insert them in the holes on the side of the H/U then push each one outwards and then inwards to loosen the clips up. After they are loose you need to push the tools to the outside and pull the H/U out at the same time, doesn't hurt to wiggle it to free it up. You also need to make sure they are inserted pretty far into the holes.
 
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Old Sep 13, 2011 | 11:05 PM
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I have some of the radio removal tools. If you want them send me a message and I'll send them to you.
 
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Thanks guys for input.I do have the tools ,just hate surprises.Its when it looks easy,beware.
 
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Old Sep 14, 2011 | 08:39 AM
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It's fairly easy to remove. Mine did get hung up on one of the sides. Also, my clip on the wiring harness snapped off when I pushed it due to age. Zip tied the new one on and it's good to go.
 
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Old Sep 14, 2011 | 08:47 AM
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I have been doing my own stereo installs since 1980 and my 03 f350 was one of the easiest one I've ever done. I bought my latest HU thru Crutchfields and they are amazing to work with. They included the clips to pull the stock HU with the kit when I bought my new HU.
 
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