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Last post Sat, Jul 4 2009 6:48 PM by FXRS. 12 replies.
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  • Wed, Jul 1 2009 2:30 PM aftermarket head unit

    jlhiggins
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    a previous post said that all aftermarket head units sit proud of the centre section of the dash, is this true?

    i'm looking to replace the gamma with a decent headunit, that'll work with my ipod. can anyone reccomend a unit?

    budget approx 100-200 quid

     

    cheers

    jon
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  • Wed, Jul 1 2009 5:32 PM Re: aftermarket head unit

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     Alpine  CDA-105 good head unit work's with I-pod

  • Wed, Jul 1 2009 5:40 PM Re: aftermarket head unit

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     Head-unit fits fine, just put the cage in for the cd player and the the autoleads wiring harness adaptor. I have a Sony CD Player so would recommend that, however, theres a lot out there to buy however some Sony units arnt the best for ipod compatability! 

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  • Thu, Jul 2 2009 5:44 PM Re: aftermarket head unit

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    I too am looking for a new head unit but as I already have in-dash 6 cd player I just want a tuner. 

    Any idea where I can get this?

  • Thu, Jul 2 2009 5:51 PM Re: aftermarket head unit

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    FXRS:

    I too am looking for a new head unit but as I already have in-dash 6 cd player I just want a tuner. 

    Any idea where I can get this?

    No such thing I'm afraid,nothing aftermatket is compatible with OEM changers.

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  • Fri, Jul 3 2009 4:08 AM Re: aftermarket head unit

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    FXRS:

    I too am looking for a new head unit but as I already have in-dash 6 cd player I just want a tuner. 

    Any idea where I can get this?

    Get an MP3 capable HU and burn files to a CD. I upgraded the HU on my previous car to an MP3/CD one and forgot I had a 6 disc changer in the boot.

  • Fri, Jul 3 2009 4:18 AM Re: aftermarket head unit

    AdamMKIV
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     i got a sony BT 2500 for 200 notes

    bluetooth connects to ya phone, can play music off ya phone, built in hands free with a built in microphone and it acturlly sounds decent and works... oh yeah and works with i-pod Smile

  • Fri, Jul 3 2009 6:03 AM Re: aftermarket head unit

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    I was always told to go for brands such as Kenwood, Pioneer, Alpine, Sony. I would go for something like this http://url2it.com/rkg. If your not using CDs then USB is the best. You store all your music on it and its always with you in the car. If you want to use your iPod then get a HU that controls it, so that you can change song whilest driving. In my opinion aux is a waste of time because you cannot really change song/artist whilst driving.

  • Sat, Jul 4 2009 12:47 PM Re: aftermarket head unit

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    Pionner FH-P80BT

    Not sure how much they are now but i got mine for about £220 i think.

  • Sat, Jul 4 2009 2:31 PM Re: aftermarket head unit

    FXRS
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    Badlydrunkboy:

    Pionner FH-P80BT

    Not sure how much they are now but i got mine for about £220 i think.

    Been looking at that today.  Might be just the jobWink

  • Sat, Jul 4 2009 3:14 PM Re: aftermarket head unit

    FXRS
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    Anyone familiar with this unit?

    Will it fit a MK4?

    Cant make up my mind about the look of itConfused

  • Sat, Jul 4 2009 6:43 PM Re: aftermarket head unit

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    FXRS:

    Anyone familiar with this unit?

    Will it fit a MK4?

    Cant make up my mind about the look of itConfused

    That will only fit if you sell your mk.4 and buy a mk.5.

    Chris.

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  • Sat, Jul 4 2009 6:48 PM Re: aftermarket head unit

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    Imagewerx:

    FXRS:

    Anyone familiar with this unit?

    Will it fit a MK4?

    Cant make up my mind about the look of itConfused

    That will only fit if you sell your mk.4 and buy a mk.5.

    Chris.

     

     

    Smile Now that would be an expensive radio! Smile
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