Hello Everyone,

I was wondering if anyone could help me out...I bought the factory spec standard CD/radio with my '06 350Z by mistake and saw someone offering to sell the upgraded 6CD changer for the same model. I have a money back guarantee with this guy if I purchase it and it doesn't work. Is it possible to switch out the factory spec for the upgraded version? What would be required? Thanks,

Mvn4ward

 

With upgraded you mean the Bose version of non-Bose ?

The Bose version comes with Amps (and speakers with different Ohms if I recall correctly). not an easy switch.

Danny

 

Can it be done? If so, what would be needed?

 

I don't believe the wiring harnesses are the same so it would take quite a bit of work. Unless they've substatially improved the bose system since 03 it's a complete waste of time.

your better off adding an aftermarket changer. actually you're better off just replacing everything with aftermarket equipment.

 

buy a new HU and put an aftermarket changer...

FYI swapping radios requires removing the entire center console anyway (not just a drop in swap) ... so for the same amount of work, buy a new HU... there are double DIN radios that have built in CD changer if you're not wanting to run wiring...

 

Thanks guys, I will look into possibly getting a unit that will work with the steering wheel controls...because overall what is really important to me is being able to control whatever HU I have with the steering wheel remote. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.

 

There use to be a device that can be installed and programmed to work with the steering wheel controls. I had one installed in my Z31 years ago. Of course that was before airbags.

The problem with them was they're infrared and work best when the steering wheel is straight (no changing volume or anything in the middle of a turn). Something like this must still exist and hopefully has been greatly improved since I did it.

I actually ended up using the HU remote most of the time.

 

you can buy factory to aftermarket HU interface to retain your steering wheel controls..

look in crutchfield or sounddomain