stereo install kit ???
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Fleet Mechanic
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stereo install kit ???
hi all, i have a 99f25osd, 4x4, 5.4L. i want to get an aftermarket stereo, but i dont want to get the install kits that leave the small, uselss "hole" below it. does anyone know of any out there that just have a flat face below the stereos face? thanks in advance !!!!
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Did you buy your radio yet? If not I would check out Crutchfield.com. They give you the oem faceplate and stock wiring kit free. I think they show pics so you get an idea, not sure.
Not sure what your faceplate looks like off hand but maybe install a 1/2 din eq in that space?
Also I think any generic kit will have a full faceplate with a knockout in that location so just leave the knockout pannel in.
Is this small useless hole a storage space? If so you may have to fab something to cover it up.
Not sure what your faceplate looks like off hand but maybe install a 1/2 din eq in that space?
Also I think any generic kit will have a full faceplate with a knockout in that location so just leave the knockout pannel in.
Is this small useless hole a storage space? If so you may have to fab something to cover it up.
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yes, they are a small stogare space i believe..... it is only about 1" tall or so, and the width of the radio.... so its useless to me. i will check on crutchfield though, i have not yet bought the stereo, but i know which one i want. thanks though !
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I have not seen a dash kit that doesn't have that little slot in there. Unless the stock radio wasn't that big to begin with. I have an '03 Expy and about a 1" slot under my HU and it actually comes in quite handy. I keep small paperwork in there, such as driving directions (don't have that fancy Nav system), stuff I need to mail, or whatever paperwork involved when I'm running errands. Lately I have been putting all my reciepts in there for the day, so I can tally up how much money I've blown that day. The point is, you will find some use for that space.
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yes, that is true... maybe a pack of gum or something, lol. ill just deal with it.... besides, a lot of companies offer the install kit free with the radio purchase.... who can complain about that ???
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Just completed my upgrade. '98 F150 XLT 4.6L 4x4. Switched out factory M100 ESC AM/FM Cassette (F75F-19B132-AA) for AM/FM CD Radio (F77F-18C815-AB), a "Plug & Play" factory with but 6W x 4 output ($25). (Visteon's made-for-Ford CD-6 requires surgerical install on pre-99's). Installed four Polk db570's ($157) and Alpine MRP-F240 Amp w/ 40W x 4 output ($143), which fits neatly under/behind reg. cab psng. seat. Awesome, awesome sound! After-market radio could NOT sound any better in a small cab.
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