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Old Aug 17, 2005 | 12:10 PM
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stereo wiring diagram

I have a stereo out of a 96 mustang that I would like to use out back on the patio. Anyone have a wiring diagram? I don't have any of the plugs so I'm trying to figure out where to connect power, ground and the speakers. Also what impedance on the speakers ie 4 ohm front and 10 ohm rear?
 
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Old Aug 17, 2005 | 01:08 PM
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I think if you described the unit better, it might help people better help you. Is it a Cassette, CD, Dual, Mach...etc.?

Scroll to the bottom of the following web page and you'll find some diagrams which you might be able to match up with your unit:

http://www.installer-parts.com/cars/ford.html
 
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Old Aug 18, 2005 | 12:49 PM
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Thanks for the link. The plugs would be nice but I still have to identify the wires. It's an FM/Cassette factory unit. Seems to have too many connectors.
 
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Old Aug 18, 2005 | 05:26 PM
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Originally Posted by beartracks
Thanks for the link. The plugs would be nice but I still have to identify the wires. It's an FM/Cassette factory unit. Seems to have too many connectors.
Probably has additional plugs that may or may not have been used; cd changer, amp, ect.
 
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Old Aug 18, 2005 | 11:22 PM
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The wiring codes are the same practically with all Ford Stereos.

ie: Light blue/red stripe wire for dial light.
 
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Old Aug 19, 2005 | 10:10 AM
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Thanks for some really great links guys! I think I may be screwed though as it appears the unit I have uses a seperate amplifier. Of course I could dig out an old booster/equalizer out of the attic. HMMMM, getting too complicated.
 
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Old Aug 19, 2005 | 10:20 AM
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beartracks,

What are you planning to use as a power supply?
 
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Old Aug 19, 2005 | 10:31 AM
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12v deep cycle. It's for a BBQ island in the back yard. Also have DC/AC converter to run a rotisserie, TV etc.

You would think with all the old stereo stuff I have squirled away I'd find one good sterio head!
 
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