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Old Jun 15, 2014 | 07:40 AM
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I just finished installing a Pioneer stereo (DEHX7500HD) in my 02 Z. I used an adapter that the stereo distributor recommend which made the installation a breeze. No modification to the dash or wiring were needed. This system really Is a night and day difference from the factory system. It really made the Bose speakers come
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Add a sub to get some bass pounding happening!

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Could I ask who the distributer or the adapter is?

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Could I ask who the distributer or the adapter is?

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I purchased everything from Crutchfieild. When you purchase the radio they discount the adapter 50% and throw the mounting bezel and an extension for the antena connection for free.
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The display has multiple color options including a setting that fades from one color to another, and a setting that flashes to the music. It's a pretty awesome set up for the money
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Originally Posted by DownByLaw
Could I ask who the distributer or the adapter is?

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The 7500HD is last years model and no longer available

We have the new 7600HD available as a package deal for you

1- DEH-X7600HD
1- Metra dash kit
1- GM antenna adapter
1- ROEMVET1 harness to retain speakers
1- prewire for 1 wire connection into your car and rest plug and play install(Red wire from radio to yellow in passenger footwell on 97-03 and to a yellow wire under steering column in 2004 only)
179.99 shipped if you call me direct to order
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Sweet, I have a birthday coming. I will definitely keep you in mind!

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The 7500HD is last years model and no longer available

We have the new 7600HD available as a package deal for you

1- DEH-X7600HD
1- Metra dash kit
1- GM antenna adapter
1- ROEMVET1 harness to retain speakers
1- prewire for 1 wire connection into your car and rest plug and play install(Red wire from radio to yellow in passenger footwell on 97-03 and to a yellow wire under steering column in 2004 only)
179.99 shipped if you call me direct to order
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Crutchfield says modified fit. What needs modified as opposed to the ones they say fit.
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Originally Posted by joewom
Crutchfield says modified fit. What needs modified as opposed to the ones they say fit.
I have an 02 Z06 and it did not require any modification to fit in the dash.
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Originally Posted by MYZ061080
I have an 02 Z06 and it did not require any modification to fit in the dash.
Good to know. I don't have a z but can't imagine that part is different.

You kept original speakers. No issues with the boss amp?
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Originally Posted by joewom
Good to know. I don't have a z but can't imagine that part is different.

You kept original speakers. No issues with the boss amp?
No issues what so ever. Actually the change made the factory Bose speakers come to life!
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Crutchfield is THE place for stereo equipment. They got just about anything you want and free tech help. I buy all my stuff from them. Matter of fact I just ordered rear speakers for my 88 vert a few hours ago.
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I purchased everything from Crutchfieild. When you purchase the radio they discount the adapter 50% and throw the mounting bezel and an extension for the antena connection for free.
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The new stereo looks good in your dash. And for the price, a nice upgrade.
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Originally Posted by MYZ061080
No issues what so ever. Actually the change made the factory Bose speakers come to life!
Did you buy and you the axxess adapter they have for 89.99 to keep the Bose amp and speakers?
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Originally Posted by joewom
Did you buy and you the axxess adapter they have for 89.99 to keep the Bose amp and speakers?
you do NOT want the Metra axxess harness for the C5
The issue is the axxess harness retains RAP...although this is great the issue lies in a lot of these units will NOT shut off when you open the door leaving your car still in accsy mode and then the next time you get in the battery is dead

besides this the roem-vet1 is 45.00

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is the only harness we use in our install packages.
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Originally Posted by joewom
Did you buy and you the axxess adapter they have for 89.99 to keep the Bose amp and speakers?
Yes I used the axxess adapter and I'm very happy with it
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Originally Posted by Double D Mods
you do NOT want the Metra axxess harness for the C5
The issue is the axxess harness retains RAP...although this is great the issue lies in a lot of these units will NOT shut off when you open the door leaving your car still in accsy mode and then the next time you get in the battery is dead

besides this the roem-vet1 is 45.00

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is the only harness we use in our install packages.
Oh ok. Thanks for the information on that part.
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