Replacing CD changer with NAV/Sirius
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Heel & Toe
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From: Snohomish Wa.
Replacing CD changer with NAV/Sirius
I recently acquired a 2009 base (3LT) convertible (picking it up today!), and plan to replace the 6CD changer with a nav /Sirius XM/etc. system. My understanding is that the Kenwood units are best due to Garmin NAV and other quality features, just wondering what the group wisdom is on what works and what does not. Torn between the Kenwood DNR476S with 6.8" screen that fits in the existing 2-din opening, and the DNR1007XR whose larger 10.1" screen is a little bit outside (proud of?) the dash surface and will block the air vents a little but have a seriously larger screen. Has anybody done either of these, or something different that worked out really well??
Thank You for the response, or pointer to a thread on this subject that my search did not find.
Thank You for the response, or pointer to a thread on this subject that my search did not find.
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Heel & Toe
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From: Snohomish Wa.
Found a link that convinced me NOT to put this monster 10.1" screen unit in my new (to me) c6
Looks like the DNR476S is the winner, unless I hear about a better alternative; sorry for the thrash but the link may come in handy to someone else making this decision.
Looks like the DNR476S is the winner, unless I hear about a better alternative; sorry for the thrash but the link may come in handy to someone else making this decision.
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From: Eastern
Welcome to the forum and congrats on your purchase. I'm looking at the Kenwood units that have Garmin Nav, which will be similar to the present OEM unit. In my opinion, the oversized screen that blocks the vents just looks like an add on, which doesn't belong and cheapens the interior. They look OK in the newer vehicles that are built to add these without blocking vents etc. I would always add items to the interior that looks OEM.
It is your choice however.
It is your choice however.
Le Mans Master
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From: Billings Montana. Out in the wild west
Welcome to the forum and congrats on your purchase. I'm looking at the Kenwood units that have Garmin Nav, which will be similar to the present OEM unit. In my opinion, the oversized screen that blocks the vents just looks like an add on, which doesn't belong and cheapens the interior. They look OK in the newer vehicles that are built to add these without blocking vents etc. I would always add items to the interior that looks OEM.
It is your choice however.
It is your choice however.
I think the install of these look stupid in these cars, I think you'll be much more satisfied with the looks of a Double DIN install.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2017
Posts: 5,429
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From: Billings Montana. Out in the wild west
Found a link that convinced me NOT to put this monster 10.1" screen unit in my new (to me) c6
Looks like the DNR476S is the winner, unless I hear about a better alternative; sorry for the thrash but the link may come in handy to someone else making this decision.
Looks like the DNR476S is the winner, unless I hear about a better alternative; sorry for the thrash but the link may come in handy to someone else making this decision.
