I have the same overhead in my wifes 1995 grand jeep, and it works just
fine. We also have the infinity CD sound system, and she just loves it. Now
if only she would let me get my hands on it to make that 6 cylinder 4 liter
engine sing.
1994 Dakota v-8
auto, mp computer,
Jacob's magnum ignition,
dual ram air intake.
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> From: Shawn Shultzaberger <shultzas@mwr.kic.or.jp>
> To: dakota@ait.fredonia.edu
> Subject: Re: overhead console
> Date: Saturday, August 09, 1997 4:48 PM
>
> sclarke@cancom.net wrote:
>
> > what is included with the overhead console on the new dakotas?. Is
> > there a fuel readout until empty, is it accurate and does anybody
> > wish they would not have ordered it?. I don't want to waste money
> > in
> > the wrong places. What about the stereo, I have an alpine cd
> > controller 4x25, should I install this in a new truck or go with an
> >
> > original system. I thought I saw an option for 8 speakers in 6
> > location amplified by 100 watts?
> > Can somebody clarify this for me?
> > ***************************************************
> > It takes a mopar to catch a mopar:-)
> >
> > Steve Clarke 94 Dakota V-6, 5-Speed
> > sclarke@cancom.net Alpine
> > soon to be a 98 I hope:-)
>
> Steve,
> The Dak brochure says the console has trip computer, compass,
> outside temp, average fuel
> economy, right-now fuel economy, and "how far until you'd better get
> a little gas". I have heard that
> accuracy of the console is close but not dead on. I ordered it for
> my Dak that I will pick up on
> Sept. 19.
> I also opted for the Infinity CD sound system (100watts , 8
> speakers 6 locations) .
> There was a write up about this system in the July issue of Car Audio
> and Electronics. They said,
> that for a stock system it was pretty good. It had a nice bass
> response from the doors but was
> lacking in the midrange area and that you could not compensate for
> this in anyway. The only reason
> that I opted for the CD system was the fact that I have all CDs and
> no tapes and I will drive it almost
> 3000 miles before I finally get to my new home. I needed something
> to listen to. After I get settled I will pull it out and throw in
> something nice.
> If you already have a Head unit I would just opt for the basic
> system. (Add your own speakers as
> well.) An aftermarket system will, in most cases, always sound better
> than a stock system.
> Anyway, I hope this helped ya just a little.......
>
> Shawn Shultzaberger
>
>
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