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Old May 4, 2006 | 01:57 PM
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I've been working with a local store to select new stereo components for my speedway white C5 vert with black interior. Here's the list so far:

- Alpine cda9857 h/u
- Boston Pro components for front speakers
- Boston SLs for rear speakers
- Alpine stackable amps (PDX model I think)
- Sirius satellite tuner
- A sub - can't remember which one but I'm not going big time on the sub. Just want enough bass, nothing more.
- Sound insulation kit from Crazy Cowboy.

I plan to have the h/u installed using a install plate. Now, for the poll question. The shop said they could easily customize the plate to any color or texture I want. Please vote for one of the choices I listed. If you vote for 'Other' please provide feedback on what you would do.

All suggestions/feedback are welcome. I'm very new to the world of car audio and have had a lot of fun researching and shopping to get to this point.
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Old May 4, 2006 | 02:03 PM
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Scott,

Whats up man, nice to see someone from my hometown here on the forum. Your car looks sick, I love to get a look at it the next time in town.

As far as the faceplate Id go smooth. Looks clean, and easy to clean ++ situation..
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Scott,

Whats up man, nice to see someone from my hometown here on the forum. Your car looks sick, I love to get a look at it the next time in town.

As far as the faceplate Id go smooth. Looks clean, and easy to clean ++ situation..
I have lived in Springfield, MO since 1994. My wife and I really like the town. Let me know when you're in town and we can get together.
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It might help to let y'all know which plate I plan to use. I like the one Darion used in his C5. Here's a link to his completed install thread:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1365064

I like this plate because it makes a single din look more like a din and a half.
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i would paint it to match the oem piece and also paint the hu mounting plate to match as well
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i would paint it to match the oem piece and also paint the hu mounting plate to match as well
That's a cool idea.
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