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Need help choosing double din
Before you decide to flame, I swear on my dogs grave I did countless hours of research on my350z.com, google, crutchfield and even eBay. I resorted to posting a new thread because... I just can't find the one that fits my needs and need some help. This is a community right
So I want a nice double din, without the hefty price. I'm looking to spend between $300-450 (maybe a little more if I can figure out how to install myself, but I've never done audio work...ever).
I use navigation A LOT, so I would prefer a decent GPS system built in. I don't need an iPod hook up, but would prefer it. My base 03 sound system is by far the worst stereo system I ever had in a car, so I'm going to try to get some decent speakers for it. I would like something that provides enough power for the two front speakers. I'm also planning to get a free air sub for the stock sub location. I read enough here on the audio forums to know that it's not worth the effort and probably will sound like crap, but I just want a little bump in my music. If possible, I would like something that could power that, but I think I'll need an external amp to any type of sub.
I would also would just prefer a 7" touch screen but I'm open to anything at this point. I don't care about bluetooth, HD radio, back up camera etc etc, but if it's a good deal, heck I'll consider it.
Thanks everyone for your help.
So I want a nice double din, without the hefty price. I'm looking to spend between $300-450 (maybe a little more if I can figure out how to install myself, but I've never done audio work...ever).
I use navigation A LOT, so I would prefer a decent GPS system built in. I don't need an iPod hook up, but would prefer it. My base 03 sound system is by far the worst stereo system I ever had in a car, so I'm going to try to get some decent speakers for it. I would like something that provides enough power for the two front speakers. I'm also planning to get a free air sub for the stock sub location. I read enough here on the audio forums to know that it's not worth the effort and probably will sound like crap, but I just want a little bump in my music. If possible, I would like something that could power that, but I think I'll need an external amp to any type of sub.
I would also would just prefer a 7" touch screen but I'm open to anything at this point. I don't care about bluetooth, HD radio, back up camera etc etc, but if it's a good deal, heck I'll consider it.
Thanks everyone for your help.
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Honestly, if you're looking for something new in that price range... You're not going to find it... If this is the case, you can look for one of the cheapy/lower end brand DD's... Like, Valor, Performance Teck, hell maybe even a Jensen...
If you want something a little higher end, try looking for something used, but in good condition... I was a Kenwood fanboy for years, but as soon as I bought my first Alpine for the Z... I fell in love all over again!... LOL...
Imho, I think you should look for a nice little Alpine DD... Some of them use a GPS that you can actually take out and use without the DD unit(Blackbird)...
Below is a link to someone selling an Alpine DD(IVA-w205...I think) Check it out...
https://my350z.com/forum/socal-marke...ift-bosch.html
If you want something a little higher end, try looking for something used, but in good condition... I was a Kenwood fanboy for years, but as soon as I bought my first Alpine for the Z... I fell in love all over again!... LOL...
Imho, I think you should look for a nice little Alpine DD... Some of them use a GPS that you can actually take out and use without the DD unit(Blackbird)...
Below is a link to someone selling an Alpine DD(IVA-w205...I think) Check it out...
https://my350z.com/forum/socal-marke...ift-bosch.html
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I see. Is it the navigation feature that makes it out of my price range? What kind of double din can I be expecting to find in my budget?
I appreciate the input... No wonder I couldn't find a double din with everything I wanted... lol.
I appreciate the input... No wonder I couldn't find a double din with everything I wanted... lol.
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from what ive found (looking for a DD myself) the built in navi does add quite a hefty price. ive pretty much decided to go with a unit that does not have navi built in to save some dollars. i have free navi on my blackberry anyway.
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Dude I just got this, it kicks ***. Sure its an off brand, but it does everything I need and more! GPS is nice. Cost me $280 after bing cashback!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...%3DI%26otn%3D1
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...%3DI%26otn%3D1
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That's a really nice set up you got there, Biznut. Did you install it yourself? How's the quality of the double din.
I was searching for reviews for a bunch of eBay brand double dins but couldn't really find any. Definitely want to know how you like it. Thanks for the pics! looks great.
I was searching for reviews for a bunch of eBay brand double dins but couldn't really find any. Definitely want to know how you like it. Thanks for the pics! looks great.
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Before you decide to flame, I swear on my dogs grave I did countless hours of research on my350z.com, google, crutchfield and even eBay. I resorted to posting a new thread because... I just can't find the one that fits my needs and need some help. This is a community right
So I want a nice double din, without the hefty price. I'm looking to spend between $300-450 (maybe a little more if I can figure out how to install myself, but I've never done audio work...ever).
I use navigation A LOT, so I would prefer a decent GPS system built inI don't need an iPod hook up, but would prefer it. My base 03 sound system is by far the worst stereo system I ever had in a car, so I'm going to try to get some decent speakers for it. I would like something that provides enough power for the two front speakers. I'm also planning to get a free air sub for the stock sub location. I read enough here on the audio forums to know that it's not worth the effort and probably will sound like crap, but I just want a little bump in my music. If possible, I would like something that could power that, but I think I'll need an external amp to any type of sub.
I would also would just prefer a 7" touch screen but I'm open to anything at this point. I don't care about bluetooth, HD radio, back up camera etc etc, but if it's a good deal, heck I'll consider it.
Thanks everyone for your help.
So I want a nice double din, without the hefty price. I'm looking to spend between $300-450 (maybe a little more if I can figure out how to install myself, but I've never done audio work...ever).
I use navigation A LOT, so I would prefer a decent GPS system built inI don't need an iPod hook up, but would prefer it. My base 03 sound system is by far the worst stereo system I ever had in a car, so I'm going to try to get some decent speakers for it. I would like something that provides enough power for the two front speakers. I'm also planning to get a free air sub for the stock sub location. I read enough here on the audio forums to know that it's not worth the effort and probably will sound like crap, but I just want a little bump in my music. If possible, I would like something that could power that, but I think I'll need an external amp to any type of sub.
I would also would just prefer a 7" touch screen but I'm open to anything at this point. I don't care about bluetooth, HD radio, back up camera etc etc, but if it's a good deal, heck I'll consider it.
Thanks everyone for your help.
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If those units have no built in navi, how much am I looking to spend to get the parts to have navigation?
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That it can't be found in that price range. I'm not sure off the top of my head, just do a search for the nav add-ons. Alpine also makes the w505 which is about $600 and the nav is around $200.
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That's a really nice set up you got there, Biznut. Did you install it yourself? How's the quality of the double din.
I was searching for reviews for a bunch of eBay brand double dins but couldn't really find any. Definitely want to know how you like it. Thanks for the pics! looks great.
I was searching for reviews for a bunch of eBay brand double dins but couldn't really find any. Definitely want to know how you like it. Thanks for the pics! looks great.
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Thanks for the help!
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Awesome. Took me a little while of research but I pulled the trigger on one of those erising double dins. I got a 7" with basically the same features as yours. I was wondering, does the double din recharge your ipod as well? Any chance you have instructions on how you installed this particular double din on your Z?
Thanks for the help!
Thanks for the help!
Dash Removal:
http://liljerk.morpheus.net/350Z/dash_removal/
An issue I had with the installation, answered by the board members:
https://my350z.com/forum/audio-and-v...ml#post8507119
Enjoy! Post up pics when you're done! Lmk if you have any questions!
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Nice. But keep in mind the 7" is motorized, so it may not sit as flush as mine does. As for the instructions, you'll need a metra harness (if you have BOSE its 7551, I believe). You just match up the wires, pretty simple.
Dash Removal:
http://liljerk.morpheus.net/350Z/dash_removal/
An issue I had with the installation, answered by the board members:
https://my350z.com/forum/audio-and-v...ml#post8507119
Enjoy! Post up pics when you're done! Lmk if you have any questions!
Dash Removal:
http://liljerk.morpheus.net/350Z/dash_removal/
An issue I had with the installation, answered by the board members:
https://my350z.com/forum/audio-and-v...ml#post8507119
Enjoy! Post up pics when you're done! Lmk if you have any questions!
Does the metra or H/U come with some sort of instructions?
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