I've had my eye on the Z1 for a while, and this thread may be just the incentive i need.

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You need to be comfortable with car electronics...

I'm not really, yet... But I may be willing to take the plunge if I can get enough information before I start. So, I have a few questions.

I like that the IPod adaptor fits behind the HU. Aside from behind the glovebox, where else might you put the XM unit?

I'm also planning on adding Bluetooth. Any idea on the size of that unit and where it could go?

I already have an XM Direct unit (http://www.circuitcity.com/rpsm/oid/...oductDetail.do ) that I use connected to my CD changer with the BlitzSafe adaptor. Any chance I'll be able to use the same unit (with a different adaptor) or do I need to buy a new XM module?

I have a non-DSP system. Can I hook up the Z1 to the existing amp as opposed to wiring to the speakers directly? If so, will all the connections be up front - or will I have any hookups in the CD-Changer area?

I guess I'll need to run the Satellite and Navigation antennas to the back - but that shouldn't be much different than when I ran the Ice Link Cable from the changer to my ash tray, correct?

Sorry for all the questions - there will likely be more to come - but I really want to try to do this myself, if at all possible.

TIA,

Mike