rainmaninwa

Hey Guys:

Anybody have any good suggestions for a replacement for the stock AM/FM radio in my 68?? I'd like to move up to better technology. Don't really have a good idea of what's available...

Anybody done a similar update?? I'd like to minimize modifications to the dash area... But hey.... what does it take??

If you've already done something like this, I'd love to hear your suggestions...

Thanx.

dar322

if the car is not museum worthy, then switch out the clunker radio. shop crutchfields for your favorite brand din size and make the mod. if the next owner wants it back to stock, he can buy a new console. just keep the orig. enjoy the tunes.

69Vett

crutchfields sales RETRO-Sound bolts right in with all the modern conveneinces.
No cutting required ! I recommend this unit, just installed it.

mbeeman350

I have had a couple cars that I installed radios from Custom Autosound, didn't care for the sound or quality. About 2 years ago I bought an "original look" am/fm with MP3 or Ipod conection, 240 watts, from Keen Vette Parts, They're also a supporting vendor here on the forum. Also have a pair of 6x9's in the rear and have been happy. Easy no cut instal no separate or divorced box for cd player. CD players is the next thing to dissappear from cars. Only thing I wish I had was satelite radio!!!

mbeeman350

Oh yeah forgot to mention this radio comes with a remote, cost about $299. Just looks better than the aftermarket products. IMHO!!

Scotty76

Me too, picked up a kicker box to go with it.

PUNISHER VETTE

Although it's been a year since I've taken my dash apart I bought a Kenwood EZ-500 radio out of a Hyundai because I liked the dual **** look.

Also bought a lot of other stereo parts that got put on the back burner since the body off and LS1 swap...




Planned on mounting the 2 8" subs in the rear area over the #4 mounts


cutting the bezel for the CD player is easy with a dremel. They also sell the 1/2 moon shaped surround to make the player look right in the early cars with the curved bezel.

terry82

i also like the kenwood ez 500 look of the double *****.but this is what i ended up with.http://85fuelpump.shutterfly.com/pictures/76

rainmaninwa

Thanks everybody. Great input...

PUNISHER VETTE

Yeah. It took me forever to hunt down an EZ-500 let alone one that wasn't $200-$300
Ended up getting a used one off ebay(still don't know if it works or not..)

Definitely not an easy product to find. If I had to do over I'd go with a full screen w/ DVD/NAV and figure out a way to mold it in.

Roco71

I did this two weekends ago as well. Very please with the results

70BBvert

I went with simple Kenwood single DIN head unit since I needed to replace the center gauge console anyway. Otherwise I would have opted for the Retrosound unit. Planning to install the Retrosound radio in my Mustang this summer to replace the 20 year old Custom Auto Sound radio. Just waiting for them to come with the model 2 with the I pod interface. Was pushed back from Jan to spring release

Jim

vmaquera

I'm of sending my radio in to this company. I like the idea of keeping the "original look".

http://www.turnswitch.com/radio1.htm

rainmaninwa

Hey PunisherVette:

Thanks for your info and great pics. Did you have to alter the bezel much to get it to fit??? Moto tool???

Thanx.

0Ian@Keen Parts

We sell an aftermarket bezel that eliminates any need to modify your original piece, and lets you install a single DIN head unit just as if it were stock! Just pick your favorite head unit and have at it!

http://keenparts.com/pages/detail.ph...partnum=110067


Also, I saw the "factory look" stereo we offer mentioned (thanks for the good reviews! ). It really is a quality unit, if keeping the OEM look is important, as well as great sound and modern capabilities.

http://keenparts.com/pages/detail.ph...partnum=330099

Nevermind the red X, I'm working on that as we speak. Attached is a good picture.

Hope this helps!

-Ian, Keen Parts

Shark Racer

Ian - do you have something for a 78?

7t9l82

i just ordered a jvc arsenal unit with Bluetooth. for $149.95 shipped. with harness adapter. Crutchfield has always done right by me,now if u.p.s would speed up there crappy ground service

PUNISHER VETTE

yeah, pretty easy mod. Just used a dremel and cut out a little until it fit right. Pretty much to about the 1/2 way mark on each ****.

For those with the curved bezels I found the part number for someone who asked, figured i'd post it up for anyone else looking for the cheap route.

No offence but $225 for a bezel was too much for me, when I had mine modified and the 1/2 circle adapter for $11. A coat of paint on mine and it'll look pretty good I think.

Model number is :FP306
I bought it from
HIFIsoundconnection

http://www.hifisoundconnection.com/_...=FP306&x=0&y=0

0Ian@Keen Parts

Are you looking for the bezel to use the single DIN, or a factory look stereo?

We have options for both, just the same.

http://keenparts.com/pages/detail.ph...partnum=110069


And the factory look radio
http://keenparts.com/pages/detail.ph...partnum=330217
Picture attached!


Hope that helps!

-Ian, Keen Parts

Paul L

Ian,
Your link shows the KH-100 which is 25W x 4. For ~$20.00 more a person can purchase the KH-300 which is 50W x 4. They are both Ken Harrison (KH) products. Just a comment.

I like the KH-300.