99 Firebird Stereo w/screen
12-09-2011, 09:09 PM
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99 Firebird Stereo w/screen Hey guys, I just got my first car which is a very nice Firebird. I want to install a custom stereo headset that has a screen so I can easily plug my mp4 player into it and watch any movie on the fly. What system do you guys recommend around the $180-$300 range? And what are some nice amps and speakers to go nicely with the recommended system. I have very little car know how, but I want to learn as much as possible. Thanks
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12-09-2011, 10:12 PM
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I'll assume you mean a double din, in which case you'll need a new bezel (plastic trim around your radio) to fit it, because the factory one is only a din and a half. Check out DoubleD mods, he's a sponsor here and he has everything you'll need. Since yours is a firebird and not a camaro, your bezel is cheaper too, which is always a good thing.
12-15-2011, 01:37 PM
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Sorry to hijack, but does any cutting need to be done to the dash for something like this as long as I get the bezel? I called the stereo place I had planned to let install my VX401 and they are talking about trimming above and below the stereo. I was thinking all I needed was the bezel since the backstop thing was already cut off from behind the factory stereo.
12-15-2011, 05:21 PM
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since i own a trans am and have done this, ill chime in.
yes trimming needs to de done to the tray under the stock radio (just cut the entire thing out) and maybe some grinding of the plastic fins above it. if your looking for a cheap $120 headunit, you probably wont find a double din unless you want a flip out (then you dont need any cutting or special bezel) i found mine on craigslist for $250. as for "watching movies on the fly", being that this is your first car i dont think thats a good idea. and most radios now only support ipods when it comes to listening to something other then music. if you have just a cheap mp3 player, you will need one with a AV jack. and the ipod connector is an extra you have to buy
yes trimming needs to de done to the tray under the stock radio (just cut the entire thing out) and maybe some grinding of the plastic fins above it. if your looking for a cheap $120 headunit, you probably wont find a double din unless you want a flip out (then you dont need any cutting or special bezel) i found mine on craigslist for $250. as for "watching movies on the fly", being that this is your first car i dont think thats a good idea. and most radios now only support ipods when it comes to listening to something other then music. if you have just a cheap mp3 player, you will need one with a AV jack. and the ipod connector is an extra you have to buy
12-15-2011, 08:31 PM
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