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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 04:51 AM
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any suggestions for swapping out my original 74 radio? Has anyone added something new that might accept an ipod or mp3?

Also, what have you done for speakes. i want to keep this as stock looking as possible.
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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 08:32 AM
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I just swapped out my old head unit for a Pioneer CD/MP3 that I can also connect my ipod to. Also new Pioneer 6x4 speakers in front and 6x9 in the back. Right now I'm building an enclosure for the new JL Audio 10" subwoofer that I bought!
Spent under $650 for the whole deal.
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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 09:29 AM
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Originally Posted by sonnystingray
any suggestions for swapping out my original 74 radio? Has anyone added something new that might accept an ipod or mp3?

Also, what have you done for speakes. i want to keep this as stock looking as possible.

Do a quick search and you will find a lot of recent stereo threads. There is a basic pattern I have been using for these cars and have it fine tuned for an excellent sounding system with an affordable price.

Here are some example pics of an install I did a month or so ago to another forum member's car.








...and here is how to modify the body mount pocket in the birdcage to accept a speaker with a large magnet and large basket.




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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 09:52 AM
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Originally Posted by sonnystingray
any suggestions for swapping out my original 74 radio? Has anyone added something new that might accept an ipod or mp3?

Also, what have you done for speakes. i want to keep this as stock looking as possible.
Check out this thread. Im in the middle of a new system right now.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1763851
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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 07:01 PM
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durango.
That is really a clean looking job you did.

Thanks for the pics, I cant deal with what I have now.

Its my first job on my list
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Here is a shot of my system so far...



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Here is a good thread to get you started in the right direction.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1761815
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