Radio Installed
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Laughing Gas
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From: Sandy Run SC
Radio Installed
I wanted a radio but where to put it was a problem. This was the only solution I could find. Had to remake the console. The other console only had the a/c vents in it. Not much room under the dash after all the a/c ducts and controls are in. 
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From: SE Wisc. (the Rust Belt)
I've posted this before, I saw truck with the radio mounted behind the speaker grill. The grill was mounted to a piece of sheet metal with a hinge at the bottom and a retractable cable to pull and hold it in place. Couldn't tell there was radio in the truck.
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From: peyton, colorado
I'm planning something similar for my radio and a/c. I was thinking of the radio and a/c controls in the center, and the a/c vents on either side. I'll paint it yellow to match the rest of the dash. Do you have two vents or four?
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Laughing Gas
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From: Sandy Run SC
I like the GM column because the EZ wiring harness has all the plugs for it. Also it only cost me $50.00 with the steering wheel. If you get one without a key it is easy and cheap to replace the lock cylinder. We had to make some modifications to install it.
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From: peyton, colorado
Larry, my wife loves the look of the brushed metal. Is that stainless? Did you make those yourself or purchase them? I may be changing my plan to something closer to what you have and any info would we nice. Thanks-Rusty
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Laughing Gas
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From: Sandy Run SC
They are brushed aluminum scotch brite and clear coat. My son made them and I installed them. Thanks.
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