Radio ?
Radio ?
MSEE
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From: Austin, TX
Most people that bought an aftermarket stereo did so because the truck came with something less than what they wanted, like just AM radio. I don't know about the sound quality - in my opinion it's all old anyway and if you're looking to upgrade, put in a modern DIN style head unit.
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Factory Radios will say either Philco, or Ford on them.
Stereo companies did make factory Radio Replicas. So that is probably what you have seen. Some of them were installed by dealers.
I have a Clarion "Ford Replica" AM-FM stereo, on my shelf somewhere.
Stereo companies did make factory Radio Replicas. So that is probably what you have seen. Some of them were installed by dealers.
I have a Clarion "Ford Replica" AM-FM stereo, on my shelf somewhere.
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I personally think that the sound quality that a given radio/stereo produces is all in the quality of the speakers!
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The Factory Radio tends to be better than the Replicas of the same era.
Can you guess which is the Factory Radio, and which one is the replica in the following picture?
Yes, the top one is the Factory Ford Radio, and the bottom is the Clarion "Spec II" replica.
Can you guess which is the Factory Radio, and which one is the replica in the following picture?
Yes, the top one is the Factory Ford Radio, and the bottom is the Clarion "Spec II" replica.
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You might take a look at these. I've been looking but can't get off the fence. I don't know who makes them. LMC Truck Parts - Page 83
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You might take a look at these. I've been looking but can't get off the fence. I don't know who makes them. LMC Truck Parts - Page 83
