In a message dated 9/5/00 7:02:41 AM Central Daylight Time,
fawcett@uism.bu.edu writes:
<< Checking around I found a couple of units that might fit the bill for
around
$300 from Crutchfield...
Blaupunkt Casablanca
Pioneer DEHP 76 or 77DH
Kenwood KDC715S
>>
Being a big fan of both Kenwood and Blaupunkt; I'd still choose the Pioneer;
besides being the best fit. From what I see on the specs. they've all got
little trade offs between them. but are very close performers to each other.
If you decide later that you want to do more with it. The expansion
capabilities are there. I've been in electronics and stereos for about 14
years, and those companies have always had consistant reliability.
As far as installation goes.. as long as you get the wiring kit for
your truck.. it'll be a piece of cake. and you'll always be able to unplug
it and pop the factory unit back in. My friend was glad he used the wiring
kit on his Ranger when he put in his Sony since he'd had to take it out 5-6
times before it was retired (in favor of a Pioneer system) to a shelf in the
house. The Sony is now residing in my Shelby; but can't play cd's unless I
have it parked or they'll skip too bad. That and the controls in the det.
face are very touchy... on bumps, or hard acceleration or braking.. it likes
to adjust the volume on it's own.
Just my opinions and experiences. Hope it helps.
Aaron
95 Dakota Sport
86 Shelby Charger Turbo
94 Dakota Sport (soon to join ranks)
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