Re: Dakota Radio Question

From: Andy Levy (andylevy@bigfoot.com)
Date: Tue Jan 16 2001 - 00:52:50 EST


You'll end up paying quite a bit. I entertained the idea briefly, then
when I realized what it would cost me to get a real nice unit, I went
with the 1-DIN Alpine.

Chris Leuci wrote:
>
> Thank you everyone for responding. I came across a few models that are 1 1/2
> DIN which they say will fit perfectly in GM and Chrystler automobiles. I am
> going to search for a decent 1 1/2 DIN (cassette/cd combo).
> Chris
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET]On Behalf Of Andy Levy
> Sent: Monday, January 15, 2001 4:59 PM
> To: dakota-truck-moderator@twisted.twistedbits.net
> Subject: Re: DML: Dakota Radio Question
>
> I have an Alpine CDA-7839 head unit in my '99. It's a 1-DIN (we have
> the lovely 1.5-DIN dashes), so there's a black mounting bracket all
> around it. It doesn't look factory but it looks fine to me. I had
> installed by the shop I bought from.
>
> Most CD changers can have an RF modulator hooked up to them which lets
> you "tune into" the changer through your stereo (it puts out a signal on
> a very low or very high FM band). However, I would recommend against
> this if you can avoid it. You're better off getting a head unit that
> can control a CD changer directly and has the direct signal input.
> You'll get better sound quality and far fewer problems. The down side
> is, almost ever manufacturer has their own proprietary setup, so you may
> have to buy the changer and head unit from the same maker. No big deal,
> IMO. Alpine costs a little more, but their Ai-Net technology lets you
> connect most of their audio devices on one network - changers, tuners,
> etc. - sothat you can control everything from one unit. Other makers
> I'm sure have something similar.
>
> Chris Leuci wrote:
> >
> > Hi everyone,
> > I just recently purchased a 2001 Quad Cab SLT+. I have almost every
> possible
> > option with the exception of a CD Player. (I got it with only a cassette
> > player). My question is, I want to install a CD Player in now, but I am
> > concerned about the way it will look in the dash. Has anyone ever
> installed
> > an aftermarket CD Player in their dakota? Also I would consider purchasing
> a
> > CD Changer but I'm not sure my stock cassette player has the capability?
> Has
> > anyone done or know this? I am probably going to have it installed at
> > Circuit City or Tweeter. I just want to make sure it will look factory
> > like.. Please advise.
> > Note: If anyone has pictures I would love to see them..
> > Thanks everyone
> >
> > Chris
> > 01 Quad Cab SLT+
> > Dark Garnet Red
>
> --
> -andy
>
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