Adding the HUD option
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Adding the HUD option
Yes, another question from a newbie...
Just purchased a 2003 coupe without the HUD option. Is it possible, resonable and/or advisable to install one? I really like the HUD but could not pass on this low milage Vette...
Thanks
Sgt Paul
Just purchased a 2003 coupe without the HUD option. Is it possible, resonable and/or advisable to install one? I really like the HUD but could not pass on this low milage Vette...
Thanks
Sgt Paul
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Yes this can be done and has been done by many here.
Either do a search or you can also PM "PaceThis" (Josh) for full info.
HTH,
Robert
Either do a search or you can also PM "PaceThis" (Josh) for full info.
HTH,
Robert
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Originally Posted by Dan at 911
It can be done. All it takes is time and/or money. Lots of it.
Mostly time. Not a lot of money. He'll be looking at about anywhere from $250 - $400 range, give or take. His IP is HUD-ready and all he needs is the projector, cable, hud switch and dashboard bezel.
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My advice is do it. I love my HUD on the car. Its not that difficult or expensive to do.
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Originally Posted by LoneStarFRC
Mostly time. Not a lot of money. He'll be looking at about anywhere from $250 - $400 range, give or take. His IP is HUD-ready and all he needs is the projector, cable, hud switch and dashboard bezel.
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HUD Installation
Bought a complete kit off ebay for $460.00. This included a DVD on how to do it. If you take your time and follow the instruction, you will have no problems. I got a little up tight when I had to cut the dash pad, but everything worked out just fine. Again follow the DVD and Instruction. Also you do not need a HUD windshield.
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Originally Posted by LoneStarFRC
Yes this can be done and has been done by many here.
Either do a search or you can also PM "PaceThis" (Josh) for full info.
HTH,
Robert
Either do a search or you can also PM "PaceThis" (Josh) for full info.
HTH,
Robert
Very easy to do.
http://joshker99.home.comcast.net/hudinstall2.htm
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Easy job
Its one of the easiest non HP mods to do to your car,bought mine in a group purchase for I think it was 350 or so,took about 3 hrs to install,best non HP mod out there if you don't have it.
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Originally Posted by Tom Porter
Can it be done on a 97 because it was not an option then? If it can, is it the same parts and pieces to install it as the newer C5's?
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Originally Posted by hockey30
Bought a complete kit off ebay for $460.00. This included a DVD on how to do it. If you take your time and follow the instruction, you will have no problems. I got a little up tight when I had to cut the dash pad, but everything worked out just fine. Again follow the DVD and Instruction. Also you do not need a HUD windshield.
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Great Question
I also purchased a 2000 with 32k on the odometer and could not pass up for just $22.9. But i wanted the HUD too. Thanks everyone for letting us know it can be done. I am not mechanically inclined. Recommend taking to local Chevy dealer???
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Originally Posted by luv4vettes
I also purchased a 2000 with 32k on the odometer and could not pass up for just $22.9. But i wanted the HUD too. Thanks everyone for letting us know it can be done. I am not mechanically inclined. Recommend taking to local Chevy dealer???
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Originally Posted by travelingypsye
Can you copy the dvd for us?
The kits I have on eBay are complete with everything you'll need, including color directions (and a DVD with buy it now purchases).
I'm now back in school full time (nearly 10 years since I rec'd my bach. degree) in pursuit of a medical degree. These kits are one of the few sources of additional income that I receive to help support my family while I'm in school.
You can put together a HUD setup for less than my kits, but the savings would be minimal and you'd have potentially many more headaches.
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From: Central Valley, California
Originally Posted by PaceThis
BTW, for those concerned with the windshield clarity, here's a photo of the retrofit HUD kit in my 98 vert, on the stock windshield (non-HUD glass).
