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Old Mar 25, 2026 | 10:11 PM
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I’m putting a stereo in my 81 and I don’t want to cut any wires. I’m looking for the stereo plug that will plug into the factory harness. METRA make a plug but it won’t work for an 81. I’ve bought 2 of the METRA plugs and they’re the same. Before I build the plug with terminals I’d like to buy one. Anybody know of the correct plug I’m looking for?
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Old Mar 25, 2026 | 11:19 PM
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Been awhile since I did my 81 but I remember buying the adaptor at Walmart. They may not carry it now, but there definitely is one made.
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Old Mar 26, 2026 | 12:53 PM
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This is the OEM plug in the car and this is the aftermarket plug.
ORIGINAL PLUG
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ORIGINAL PLUG
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Dude, that's not a radio plug. It's for the gauge cluster.
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Old Mar 26, 2026 | 01:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Fly skids up!
Dude, that's not a radio plug. It's for the gauge cluster.
Oh man,that’s what I get for taking the car apart months ago and not getting back to it. Thank you for the info,greatly appreciated. This looks about right.


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