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Old 07-05-2006, 03:16 PM
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How to install Double-Din radio?

I notice a lot of members here start with Buisness CD and Mid and then replace those with a double-din radio. I have an AVIC-Z1 that I purchased for a previous car that I want to put in the X. My question is how do they mount a double-din radio without cutting the radio bracket? Can the bracket be removed? I tried to remove it but it seems to be part of the dash.
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Old 07-05-2006, 05:03 PM
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Just trim the center plastic piece that runs side to side. Also trim the tab thats attached to it. Save them and super glue them back in spot if you need to re-install the HU.
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Many members keep the OEM HU too...
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Old 07-05-2006, 05:29 PM
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Oh boy, I was afraid of that. I really don't want to cut\trim that radio bracket. I could go with a flip up...

el_duderino I have read a lot of posts by you and respect your knowledge of this stereo system. I have the DSP amp and I know I can't communicate with it from my AVIC-Z1. I really just want to replace the amp and upgrade the speakers as well. I prefer to do it myself but would take it to good installer. You wouldn't happen to know of any good places in the Phoenix, AZ area would you?

Do you have a DIY post for someone who wants to replace their factory amp?
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