Tag: stereo

Add mp3 playback ability to your C5 for $400! I recently undertook a simple project to add an mp3 changer to my stock Corvette deck. Since I bought my 2001 Corvette new, I really didn�t think the stock CD changer was a good value at well over $500. I decided to wait patiently for something […] More »

I just copied this into this section of the tech tips so it is not lost in the archives…. it is great info that I think should be placed here… I have dont this without 99HT\’s permission but I hope that will not be a problem…. Now here you go…. C5 Bose CD or cassette […] More »

First, let me qualify this post: This fix is for most BOSE amp boards in C4 Corvettes. If your amp board doesn\’t look similar to the one shown below, yer outta luck. From my experience (and that of others) I give this fix a 70% success rating. I CAN\’T POSSIBLY GUARANTEE THIS WILL FIX ALL […] More »

Tools required- torx drivers (#15) metric sockets & driver (7, 10 mm) phillips screwdriver 1) remove the center console cover by removing the 4 phillips screws that attach it to its hinge 2) remove the plastic covers at the back of the console area to expose the nuts securing the back part of the console […] More »

Here is my version of the rear speaker boxes that Justin78-L-82 posted. I modified the way they mount to the car since I didn\’t previously have rear speakers, and didn\’t have the mounting hardware that came with them. The full plan with pictures and measurements is at: http://members.cox.net/~mfouchi/vette/speakers/boxplans.htm

I suggest measuring the \”trunk space\” prior to construction to verif fit, variances may be present amongst our hand built treasures. Their are two crusial dimentions. First, is the depth of the unit. It fits tightly behind the wheel well humps while allowing for use of luggage strap loops if they are to remain. Second […] More »

T his information came from Alan Barbic (California Quicksilver) I also went through the same frustration in the \”great search\” for the elusive three wired connector. You are not delusional.. It was not in my 98 vert either. I went over the wiring diagrams in the factory service manuals and was able to establish the […] More »