Jon Steiger wrote:
>
> At 10:39 PM 8/20/97 +0000, Ryan LeBlanc wrote:
> >Aftermarket is usually a cheaper and better way to go. The only
> >advantage of the factory unit is that it matches perfectly. ie. fits
> in
> >with the dash. If it is sound quality you are looking for, go after
> >market.
> >
>
> I've noticed that a few companies (Pioneer/Premier for sure) are
> making
> head units sized for the oversize GM/Chrysler radio holes, which is
> nice
> to see... No need for the (often) ugly adapter plate.
>
> Ummm, upon re-reading your message I think you were saying that the
> style/color of the radio matches the rest of the dash. If so, then
> just
> ignore this post. :-) You're right; the bigger radios probably won't
> match
> the "motif" of the dash; just fit in the hole better. Hey, they're
> bound to
> look more "stock" than a half size one using an adapter kit though!
> :-)
>
> -Jon-
>
Jon, I did mean "motif" But those oversized are definetly the way to
go. They can be pricey though. Pioneer makes some excellent ones. And
they can cram alot more bells and whistles with that extra 1/2 DIN.
They also look REAL cool.
Ryan
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