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Old 03-20-2018, 01:26 AM
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Price seems pretty good .
Old 03-20-2018, 03:16 AM
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Just installed it in mine

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Looks good are you happy with it ?
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I bought it and opened the box and put it right back in the box and sold it. It looks cheap in my opinion. There is no ashtray door or cup holder lid and you have to grind out the bracket rivets and re position the radio and HVAC control panel lower for the installation. Not to mention the texture of the finish is completely different. Just my personal opinion though.
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Thanks for the reply
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Originally Posted by akanitro
you have to grind out the bracket rivets and reposition the radio
You will have to do this with any double din install regardless of who makes the bezel.

I went with the bezel from Vettenuts.
IMO a better design.
No need to reposition the HVAC controls.
The texture matches the OEM.
Has the same cup holder and cig door as OEM.

http://www.vettenuts.net/index.php?l..._detail&p=1764

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Originally Posted by Skrilla
Looks good are you happy with it ?
I’m happy with it.. as said, the texture and finish isn’t the same as oem, but I don’t care because it’s no longer an oem setup.. it’s more of a smooth plastic feel.. works just fine for me.. I never cared for the ashtray and cupholder doors anyways.. they just got in the way more than anything
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Yep installed mine and wrapping it in carbon fiber this weekend.


I removed the cigarette lighter and put in a dual USB charger. Don't care about the door or the cup holder door.

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Post a pic of it when you get finished wrapping it in carbon fibre .....
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Originally Posted by jrprich

I went with the bezel from Vettenuts.
IMO a better design.
No need to reposition the HVAC controls.
The texture matches the OEM.
Has the same cup holder and cig door as OEM.

http://www.vettenuts.net/index.php?l..._detail&p=1764

VetteNuts is the way to go !
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Yes it is true, they are here! For Corvette Forum members we are extending a $60 savings code. Use "forum" as your coupon code to save. Also we have everything you need for a full audio install from Pioneer units w/pac harness to our corner sub boxes. Please give us a call or email for package deals and don't forget about our Premium Insulation kits when doing your audio install. They are a must have so you can use your hands free mic in the car.
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​​​​​​Well the wait is finally over! Yes what you see are the bezels being unloaded into our facility here in Bell Buckle, TN. Are y'all ready for some tracking numbers???
This is really happening!
Get ready for tracking numbers.



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Old 03-21-2018, 08:33 AM
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Originally Posted by OleStraightStick
Just installed it in mine
Which Sony? 100 200? Installed fit looks better than store display -- gives me hope.
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For a car that doesn’t have much storage space to begin with, I hate to give up any regardless of its size.
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Originally Posted by OleStraightStick
I like the looks of that head unit, blends well with the interior. I also require a **** for volume.
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Originally Posted by redzg
Which Sony? 100 200? Installed fit looks better than store display -- gives me hope.
Thanks! It’s the 100.. so far I love it!
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I like the looks of that head unit, blends well with the interior. I also require a **** for volume.
Prociate it! I also wanted the volume ****.. I have the pioneer 4100 nex in my truck and so far I definitely prefer this Sony

Btw, I definitely spent some time adjusting the headunit & hvac to try to get it centered.. I’m quite positive that’s required no matter what setup ya choose though

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Originally Posted by bravo29
Yep installed mine and wrapping it in carbon fiber this weekend.


I removed the cigarette lighter and put in a dual USB charger. Don't care about the door or the cup holder door.
Hey got any pictures of the cig lighter change out and possibly what you bought to make it happen.

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[QUOTE=Marc@Vettenuts.net;1596824499][center]Yes it is true, they are here! For Corvette Forum members we are extending a $60 savings code. Use "forum" as your coupon code to save. Also we have everything you need for a full audio install from Pioneer units w/pac harness to our corner sub boxes. Please give us a call or email for package deals and don't forget about our Premium Insulation kits when doing your audio install. They are a must have so you can use your hands free mic in the car.
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YES I am waiting on a tracking number!
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To me, the difference between buying the bezel that's perfect, and the bezel isn't simply isn't significant enough to justify the savings. It's an awesome car, why put cheap stuff on it to save less than $100, especially when the only reason I'm modding is to make it better than stock.

People gonna save $100 here, then spend $150 on a nicer looking shift **** and boot to put in their cheap looking bezel. Makes no sense.
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Originally Posted by dbgoodwin
To me, the difference between buying the bezel that's perfect, and the bezel isn't simply isn't significant enough to justify the savings. It's an awesome car, why put cheap stuff on it to save less than $100, especially when the only reason I'm modding is to make it better than stock.

People gonna save $100 here, then spend $150 on a nicer looking shift **** and boot to put in their cheap looking bezel. Makes no sense.
Maybe we're not all rich like you, Just because it's a corvette doesn't mean we have to spend crazy money on a part that's probably costs about 25% (to make) of the selling price. Until the rest of us are as wealthy as you, we will just have to buy smarter and cheaper. Mine was even cheaper than that, It was fabbed by my local stereo shop for nothing. That's how cheap I am.






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