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04-01-2004, 04:44 PM
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Radio (Aftermarket)
I have a 1980 Scottsdale 1/2 ton.I was wondering if there is a way to install an aftermarket cd player without cutting the factory dash?Do they make an install kit to mount somewhere else?Any help would be appreciated.Thanks Sinister1
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04-01-2004, 06:19 PM
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If you want it in there you are going to have to cut something.
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04-01-2004, 06:27 PM
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you could possibly make some sort of brackets to mount it under the dash area. it would be hanging pretty low though
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04-01-2004, 07:16 PM
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You could always use an FM-modulated CD changer instead. The controller mounts on the dash with adhesive. This works really well if you have a center console.
It's how I did mine...
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04-01-2004, 11:57 PM
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LMC sells a cassette stereo with CD changer controls that will fit in the stock location. Kinda pricey though. Page 89 of the 2004 Winter Edition.
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04-02-2004, 12:02 AM
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well darn.....I was hoping for something aftermarket.Time to fabricate.......
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04-02-2004, 07:46 AM
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I left my stock radio in the original dash mount
as a theft deterrent, I mounted the Real CD- MP3 in the glove box and the amps/speakers behind the seat.   
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04-02-2004, 10:25 AM
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its not really as hard as you would think to cut the dash if you have the right tools. a dremel tool is needed for this job. just make sure you outline the radio right and have a steady hand. i did mine in about an hour. looks like it came from the factory.
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04-02-2004, 03:26 PM
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thats the thing I dont want to cut the dash.the truck is all orignal and 100% rust free.so i'm trying to keep it orignal as possible.i have some ideas what to do just gotta start fabricating,i'll keep ya posted on what i come up with
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