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Gibble · 04-28-2003, 04:07 PM

Well I tore apart my dash and

the '86 has the old small hole for a stock am/fm radio, I don't really want to cut apart the dash to fit a larger one in, but what choice do I have.

Any suggestions on another place/way to mount a stereo?

BigRed · 04-28-2003, 04:57 PM

About the only option you have is to build a floor console and install the stereo there. There's no other good place to put one. I have seen one installed under the seat and then a remote used to operate it. Pkbinplano did that to his and left his stock stereo in.

PHOENIX · 04-28-2003, 05:19 PM

When ever I get money and other stuff out of the way I plan on putting a dvd/sterio (one w/ something like a 7" screen that folds out) into the dash. Right where the center airvent would be on a a/c model (center on middle seat).

**old Rusty C10** · 04-28-2003, 06:12 PM

some of the catalogue companioes sell repro radios that are made by kenwood or something that are made to fit the dash without cutting never used one i settle for AM FM lol

r0lf- · 04-28-2003, 06:14 PM

In my C10, I dont have AC. So I cut the dash right in the center where the left AC vent would go and installed the reciever there. I think its the best place for it. But unless you feel comfortable cutting up your dash, I say put it in the glovebox and get a remote.

Ill get pics if anybody wants them

PHOENIX · 04-28-2003, 06:23 PM

I would like to see the picture(s)

r0lf- · 04-28-2003, 06:37 PM

Ill get some pics up later today when I goto my girlfriends house.

apstguy · 04-28-2003, 08:48 PM

They have those "hidden" stereos that have the guts in a box you put somewhere (under the seat for ex.) and a little flod-down screen and wireless remote you can put anywhere.

84Stepper · 04-28-2003, 10:22 PM

A lot of people with old cars and trucks put em in the glove box.

Kybol · 04-29-2003, 12:55 AM

LMC has a head liner tyhat comes with 4 speakers and a slot for your deck.

Gibble · 04-29-2003, 09:21 AM

Any pics?

rockman20 · 04-29-2003, 03:35 PM

Not certain what the underside of the dash looks like, but you could do what I did in my 69 Cutlass. Not wanting to tear up the dash any, I built a box out of wood that mounts underneath my dash. In this box I have my Pioneer CD player on top and then I have my Oil Pressure/Water Temp/Voltmeter in a line and then below that I have my Air-Fuel gauge/Transmission Temp. Looks pretty good and saved the dash and the old Cutlass radio.

On a truck it would be a bit harder since the dash is a little hard to reach in those areas, but a stereo with a remote would work just great.

The glovebox is an option, but I dislike not being able to see the face of my stereo.

Nvbowtie · 04-30-2003, 06:59 AM

I just did what Bigred said, I just built a floor console, two days ago.

It will hold my Stereo, surround processor, 2- 5-1/4 mids,

2- 1-1/2 tweeters, a GM262 200w amp mounted on the back,

two cans of Bud and my cigerettes comfortably,

and I even still have room for my ash tray to flip down to hold my

wifes -sh!t-- she leaves in it time to time..

here is a pic, I added computer simulation to see what it may look like with components in it.

it's still bare though - don't get scared ....

Joe Rae · 05-04-2003, 12:40 AM

Just cut it, I did, and don't regret it. My install is so clean...Custom lower door panels, Alpine MP3-CD player, Boston Acoustic (8 speaker system) Everything is covered in tweed to match the interior. The consoles I've seen custom made just detract for the most part. (My opinion)

bigblock73 · 05-04-2003, 09:51 AM

hey everybody...

PHOENIX · 05-05-2003, 01:45 PM

Here is a picture for you (that you have probly seen 100 times

)

I like the stock location, but if I had a dvd/cd player I would mount in the center of the dash (as shown in anoth thread).

04-28-2003, 04:07 PM	#1
Gibble mmmm....Rye and Coke Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: MB, Canada Posts: 485	Aftermarket stereo... Well I tore apart my dash and the '86 has the old small hole for a stock am/fm radio, I don't really want to cut apart the dash to fit a larger one in, but what choice do I have. Any suggestions on another place/way to mount a stereo?

04-28-2003, 04:57 PM	#2
BigRed Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 1,680	About the only option you have is to build a floor console and install the stereo there. There's no other good place to put one. I have seen one installed under the seat and then a remote used to operate it. Pkbinplano did that to his and left his stock stereo in. __________________ Scott Shelbourne

04-28-2003, 05:19 PM	#3
PHOENIX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 4,703	When ever I get money and other stuff out of the way I plan on putting a dvd/sterio (one w/ something like a 7" screen that folds out) into the dash. Right where the center airvent would be on a a/c model (center on middle seat). __________________ * AVOID: LOPER'S PERMORANCE / LOPERSPEED.COM OF PHOENIX, AZ & COTTMAN TRANSMISSION *

04-28-2003, 06:12 PM	#4
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,316	some of the catalogue companioes sell repro radios that are made by kenwood or something that are made to fit the dash without cutting never used one i settle for AM FM lol __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

04-28-2003, 06:23 PM	#6
PHOENIX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 4,703	I would like to see the picture(s) __________________ * AVOID: LOPER'S PERMORANCE / LOPERSPEED.COM OF PHOENIX, AZ & COTTMAN TRANSMISSION *

04-28-2003, 06:14 PM	#5
r0lf- Hotwheels? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Pleasant Hill, CA Posts: 1,145	In my C10, I dont have AC. So I cut the dash right in the center where the left AC vent would go and installed the reciever there. I think its the best place for it. But unless you feel comfortable cutting up your dash, I say put it in the glovebox and get a remote. Ill get pics if anybody wants them

04-28-2003, 06:37 PM	#7
r0lf- Hotwheels? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Pleasant Hill, CA Posts: 1,145	Ill get some pics up later today when I goto my girlfriends house.

04-28-2003, 08:48 PM	#8
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,087	They have those "hidden" stereos that have the guts in a box you put somewhere (under the seat for ex.) and a little flod-down screen and wireless remote you can put anywhere. __________________ Tyler 1985 C10 305 w/ Bowtie OD TH700R4 3.42 LSD 202,000 miles 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5-speed Stick 2016 Chevy Spark EV Gone: 2002.5 VW GTI 24v VR6 Gone: 2008 VW R32

04-28-2003, 10:22 PM	#9
84Stepper Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Edmond, Oklahoma Posts: 425	A lot of people with old cars and trucks put em in the glove box. __________________ 84 Chevy Stepside, 350, TH350, 268h Comp cam, Hooker headers, MSD Pro Billet, Edelbrock Performer manifold and 1604 carb, 40 Series Flowmasters dumped, and Western Chassis 3/5 drop w/ c notch. New 3:73 Eaton Posi

04-29-2003, 12:55 AM	#10
Kybol Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 205	LMC has a head liner tyhat comes with 4 speakers and a slot for your deck. __________________ -90 454ss http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4289115843 -04 TRX450R -77 c-10 http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4290506213 SOLD -82 c-10 SOLD -02 CRF450 SOLD

04-29-2003, 09:21 AM	#11
Gibble mmmm....Rye and Coke Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: MB, Canada Posts: 485	Any pics?

04-29-2003, 03:35 PM	#12
rockman20 "The dude abides" Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: North Dakota Posts: 472	Not certain what the underside of the dash looks like, but you could do what I did in my 69 Cutlass. Not wanting to tear up the dash any, I built a box out of wood that mounts underneath my dash. In this box I have my Pioneer CD player on top and then I have my Oil Pressure/Water Temp/Voltmeter in a line and then below that I have my Air-Fuel gauge/Transmission Temp. Looks pretty good and saved the dash and the old Cutlass radio. On a truck it would be a bit harder since the dash is a little hard to reach in those areas, but a stereo with a remote would work just great. The glovebox is an option, but I dislike not being able to see the face of my stereo. __________________ RockMan 1993 Chevy Silverado C3500 1 ton dually 1994 Honda Civic 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass S 1953 IH Farmall Super M New to the fleet: 1992 Subaru Loyal

04-30-2003, 06:59 AM	#13
Nvbowtie Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Laughlin, Nv. USA Posts: 700	I just did what Bigred said, I just built a floor console, two days ago. It will hold my Stereo, surround processor, 2- 5-1/4 mids, 2- 1-1/2 tweeters, a GM262 200w amp mounted on the back, two cans of Bud and my cigerettes comfortably, and I even still have room for my ash tray to flip down to hold my wifes -sh!t-- she leaves in it time to time.. here is a pic, I added computer simulation to see what it may look like with components in it. it's still bare though - don't get scared .... Attached Images __________________ www.unlimited2u.com/chevy Bill 1980 Chevy C-10 Silverado 1988 Chevy Blazer Tahoe Last edited by Nvbowtie; 04-30-2003 at 07:02 AM.

05-04-2003, 12:40 AM	#14
Joe Rae Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 50	Just cut it, I did, and don't regret it. My install is so clean...Custom lower door panels, Alpine MP3-CD player, Boston Acoustic (8 speaker system) Everything is covered in tweed to match the interior. The consoles I've seen custom made just detract for the most part. (My opinion)

05-04-2003, 09:51 AM	#15
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	hey everybody... Attached Images



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05-05-2003, 01:45 PM	#16
PHOENIX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 4,703	Here is a picture for you (that you have probly seen 100 times ) I like the stock location, but if I had a dvd/cd player I would mount in the center of the dash (as shown in anoth thread). __________________ * AVOID: LOPER'S PERMORANCE / LOPERSPEED.COM OF PHOENIX, AZ & COTTMAN TRANSMISSION *

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