12 disc changer
12 disc changer Yeah, I know that CD's are becoming obsolete, my 2015 Colorado doesnt even have/offer one. However, radio recepton around here isnt the best, you tend to lose stations very quickly ( at least the ones I like). So, I am considering finding a used factory 12 disc changer for my 2002 Transam convertible, this seems to be the most cost effective solution since I already have cd's and the car isnt driven all that much. Problem is that the car didnt have one from the factory. Does anyone have a pic showing where/how it would install on the drivers side of the trunk ( the convertible top pump is in the same area). Factory radio is a Monsoon, with cd, so I believe that the wiring is there and that the radio will control the changer. Any ideas?
One thing to consider is loading CD's music onto a flash drive. I just plug my flash drive to the front of the head unit. Don't have to load and unload cd's. Also, if the head unit doesn't have a USB port, it will likely have an auxiliary port that you can connect a "walkman" to.
Thanks for the reply. The radio is the original radio. It doesnt have a USB port and I cant find any mention of an AUX port in the owners manual. Car is all original and that is my plan.
Yeah, I know that CD's are becoming obsolete, my 2015 Colorado doesnt even have/offer one. However, radio recepton around here isnt the best, you tend to lose stations very quickly ( at least the ones I like). So, I am considering finding a used factory 12 disc changer for my 2002 Transam convertible, this seems to be the most cost effective solution since I already have cd's and the car isnt driven all that much. Problem is that the car didnt have one from the factory. Does anyone have a pic showing where/how it would install on the drivers side of the trunk ( the convertible top pump is in the same area). Factory radio is a Monsoon, with cd, so I believe that the wiring is there and that the radio will control the changer. Any ideas?
If you have the changer harness, there are I believe two mounting bolts that holds the changer right above the top motor on the driver side well. Look under the carpeting for these. You might have to add a bolt (its been a while since I've had my changer out to service the top motor). The changer will have a couple of brackets on it that these bolts go through, although I'm not sure if the brackets on a changer for a coupe are the same as the brackets on a changer for a 'vert. I'd take a pic of my installation, but its still in storage and won't be out for a least a week or so.
Thanks Johnny. I removed the side carpeting and the connector was there. Plugged in the cd changer and it actually worked. The player came with brackets but I did not see any studs/mounting holes in the sheet metal. Not quite ready to start drilling holes, but I doubt that my velcro idea would work very well, the side carpeting is very thin and would start moving around. So if you get a chance, a few pics of how this things bolts down would be appreciated.
OK, here is what I have found. Following is a list of part numbers that you would need to attach the 12 disc cd player in a convertible that didnt have a factory install.
You will need:
1. One #16 bracket, part #10274254, $4.34
2. One #20 bracket, part #10428324, $3.60
3. One #23 bracket, part #10276577, $3.51
4. One #18 nut, part #11516780, $0.63
5. Four #19 screws, part #11503044, $16.00
Two #15 retainers ( part number 10027015) are already on bracket #16 so there is no need to order them.
Bracket #23 mounts under the carpeting and the the vertical stud on the bracket will protrude through an existing cut (made at the factory) in the carpeting. Use 3M double sided to mount as this will hold it ok.
The long bracket ( 10276577 ) was spot welded, if you want to try your hand that is one way to go, the other option is the doublesided tape. I plan to try the tape first, hate to start a fire in the trunk. Of course, you could always drill and use self tapping screws as well.
Most parts sites show these parts as discontinued. I found one that showed them in stock. I placed an order, lets see if they show up.
You will need:
1. One #16 bracket, part #10274254, $4.34
2. One #20 bracket, part #10428324, $3.60
3. One #23 bracket, part #10276577, $3.51
4. One #18 nut, part #11516780, $0.63
5. Four #19 screws, part #11503044, $16.00
Two #15 retainers ( part number 10027015) are already on bracket #16 so there is no need to order them.
Bracket #23 mounts under the carpeting and the the vertical stud on the bracket will protrude through an existing cut (made at the factory) in the carpeting. Use 3M double sided to mount as this will hold it ok.
The long bracket ( 10276577 ) was spot welded, if you want to try your hand that is one way to go, the other option is the doublesided tape. I plan to try the tape first, hate to start a fire in the trunk. Of course, you could always drill and use self tapping screws as well.
Most parts sites show these parts as discontinued. I found one that showed them in stock. I placed an order, lets see if they show up.
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I like that! For now, its working fine. I glued up some MDF and painted flat black. Glued velcro to the bottom and attached to the rug/shelf. I then reversed the standard brackets and used double sided tape to secure the CD player to the MDF. Seems to be holding OK.