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zeeklu · 03-21-2004, 03:03 PM

Has anyone used one of these radios and if you did how do you like it? http://customautosound.com/prodList.php?FamID=6 Just trying to figure out which route to go with the new cab. Chris

charles oliver · 03-21-2004, 03:43 PM

I have 2 of these 1 I have in my 68 camaro with the Camaro Logo
and another I had for a corvette. When I sold the corvette I pulled the radio out. I plan on putting it in my Jimmy I also have the CD Changer in The camaro.

It works great no problems. The one I have is the ones they refer to as the Kenwood 3006 which this is just the oder model.

Good Luck
Charlie

http://customautosound.com/prodList.php?FamID=10

barn9 · 03-21-2004, 06:21 PM

I have one and I love it! And no dash hacking needed, the best part!

cdowns · 03-21-2004, 07:27 PM

i have one i got about 4-5years ago an am/fm/cassette the sound is real good but i did have a problem when i first got it but they fixed it when i sent it in
the model# was USA1 when i bought it it was their top of the line the only complaints i have is the push buttons are so darn small and there's so many of them it's real difficult to change stations and or features while driving and the display isn't real bright so i can't see it real good
but i'm more than happy with the noise that it puts out

Jemost 72 · 03-22-2004, 04:51 AM

I got the USA-6 last month and love it.

gr8scott51 · 03-22-2004, 11:42 AM

I have the USA6 with dual voice coil dash speaker and the kick panel speakers, 6 disc changer under the seat. Worst sounding stereo I've ever had in a vehicle.

Scott

**CPNE** · 03-22-2004, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by gr8scott51
I have the USA6 with dual voice coil dash speaker and the kick panel speakers, 6 disc changer under the seat. Worst sounding stereo I've ever had in a vehicle.

Scott

I would lean towards this opinion too but not because of the stereo of choice. What we're talking about here is a 30+ year old vehicle with the acoustics of a garbage can. Simply installing a stereo (state of the art DIN or otherwise) will not provide the quality of sound that a modern vehicle will provide with a stock factory system IMO. You'll need to address the acoustics and interior noise levels as well to achieve anything close to modern standards regardless of the system. So keep that in mind when making any selection and/or installation choices. It can be done, but much like HP or torque, it's the sum of all factors not just one.

Me, I have one in one of my trucks and it's okay (can't hear it over the BB anyway

)and I didn't hack the dash with false expectations of accoustic nirvana.

The next truck will have a stock AM radio or a radio delete, because I always have the 2000 Silverado if I need music.

gr8scott51 · 03-22-2004, 01:41 PM

CPNE is correct (as usual). I thought I had taken most of that in to consideration. A lot of insulation was installed before the stereo was. I am of the same opinion, don't waste money on a high end stereo in one of these trucks. There are more things I could have done - relocation of the gas tank to allow installation of speaker boxes (but they would be muffled by the seat), amps and crossovers, etc., but I wanted a semi-stock appearance. You can't have it all.

71402BB · 03-22-2004, 02:51 PM

A-Men, CPNE has it right! I have that radio in my 71 swb (402 BB) and the only time you can here the radio is if your cruising around town. And if you decide to "get on it" at all then forget even trying to hear the radio! LOL But then again my truck is loud enough in the cab while driving it that it probably wouldn't hurt to were ear plugs! lol

**70cst** · 03-22-2004, 06:19 PM

This is a NOTE worthy topic. Get It? Note Worthy?
I think I need a break!!

tom hand · 03-22-2004, 06:39 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by gr8scott51
I have the USA6 with dual voice coil dash speaker and the kick panel speakers, 6 disc changer under the seat. Worst sounding stereo I've ever had in a vehicle.

Scott

I would think the choice of speakers had more to do with it than the radio itself...I have the same setup with 6 x 9's in the doors and it sounds fine.....garbage can acoustics and all

Pilgrim · 03-23-2004, 05:46 AM

I have had three in these trucks. All OK.

gr8scott51 · 03-23-2004, 12:13 PM

Tom, I didn't want to cut the doors. I've seen some nice consoles with speakers in them that provide a good sound, but wanted to keep a bench seat.

72step · 03-23-2004, 12:38 PM

I had wanted one for my 68 mustang, but everyone on the Mustang boards said that they had problems where they had to get sent back. I don't know now

On my truck it had been cut so I have a nice kenwood din that changes colors which I picked up brand new off e-bay, and it's excellent plus I spent less than one of those CAS units. I can't see myself paying 2to3 hundred bucks for a less than average stereo being an electronics freak and all.

danho · 03-23-2004, 12:45 PM

I have a good used one for sale, $100.00 plus the ride. P/M if interested and I'll get the specifics for you.
Dan.

barn9 · 03-23-2004, 04:09 PM

I'm with Tom, I think the speakers are the key. I have encased Pioneer speakers under the seat that point forward, and it can blow you out of the truck, and sounds good too. I've had these speakers for years, not sure if they still offer them or not though. I would think that with the right components, a guy could make some that would sound good.

zeeklu · 03-24-2004, 08:12 PM

Thanks for all the opinions,it makes my decision a little easier. Chris

03-21-2004, 03:03 PM	#1
zeeklu Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Northwest NJ Posts: 746	Custom Auto Sound Radios Has anyone used one of these radios and if you did how do you like it? http://customautosound.com/prodList.php?FamID=6 Just trying to figure out which route to go with the new cab. Chris

03-21-2004, 03:43 PM	#2
charles oliver 68 camtruck Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Harrison, Ohio USA Posts: 233	Custom Auto Sound Radios I have 2 of these 1 I have in my 68 camaro with the Camaro Logo and another I had for a corvette. When I sold the corvette I pulled the radio out. I plan on putting it in my Jimmy I also have the CD Changer in The camaro. It works great no problems. The one I have is the ones they refer to as the Kenwood 3006 which this is just the oder model. Good Luck Charlie http://customautosound.com/prodList.php?FamID=10 __________________ 71 GMC Jimmy 4X4 68 Huger Orange Camaro 454 with TH400 :gmc:

03-21-2004, 06:21 PM	#3
barn9 Half a bubble off! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Winfield, Ks, USA Posts: 5,588	I have one and I love it! And no dash hacking needed, the best part! __________________ Just call me LB. '71 Cheyenne, 402BB, hauls blondes, brunettes, or redheads.

03-21-2004, 07:27 PM	#4
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	i have one i got about 4-5years ago an am/fm/cassette the sound is real good but i did have a problem when i first got it but they fixed it when i sent it in the model# was USA1 when i bought it it was their top of the line the only complaints i have is the push buttons are so darn small and there's so many of them it's real difficult to change stations and or features while driving and the display isn't real bright so i can't see it real good but i'm more than happy with the noise that it puts out __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

03-22-2004, 04:51 AM	#5
Jemost 72 Southern Bowties Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 240	I got the USA-6 last month and love it. __________________ 1972 Cheyenne 350/350

03-22-2004, 11:42 AM	#6
gr8scott51 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Bremerton, WA Posts: 1,839	Cheesy sound I have the USA6 with dual voice coil dash speaker and the kick panel speakers, 6 disc changer under the seat. Worst sounding stereo I've ever had in a vehicle. Scott __________________ Silence is golden, duct tape is silver. - Scott

03-22-2004, 01:41 PM	#8
gr8scott51 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Bremerton, WA Posts: 1,839	All true CPNE is correct (as usual). I thought I had taken most of that in to consideration. A lot of insulation was installed before the stereo was. I am of the same opinion, don't waste money on a high end stereo in one of these trucks. There are more things I could have done - relocation of the gas tank to allow installation of speaker boxes (but they would be muffled by the seat), amps and crossovers, etc., but I wanted a semi-stock appearance. You can't have it all. __________________ Silence is golden, duct tape is silver. - Scott

03-22-2004, 02:51 PM	#9
71402BB now thats a true COON DOG Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Franconia, NH Posts: 1,977	A-Men, CPNE has it right! I have that radio in my 71 swb (402 BB) and the only time you can here the radio is if your cruising around town. And if you decide to "get on it" at all then forget even trying to hear the radio! LOL But then again my truck is loud enough in the cab while driving it that it probably wouldn't hurt to were ear plugs! lol __________________ current project 67 402BB stout th350 3.08's with a locker. Plan on tubs 18.5's out back! (thanks Burnsman!) 71 SWB Stepside, was a 250, now is a 402 Big Block with 4 speed and 3.73's ( was crushed by a tree, bed sold, motor pulled) was my first truck!... oh well... 72 LWB 4x4 350 4-speed 3.08's posi wearing army olive drab green (SOLD!) 68 BURB 50TH LOOKALIKE work in progress, soon to have 250-I6 with a 3-speed on the tree 4.11's and posi ( currently sitting in back yard tarped awaiting time, $$$, and lots of love!) 67 1 TON- work truck 396 sm 420 4-speed, flat bed 4.57 gears "big red" (my first landscape truck, very rusty and crusty! but still gets the job done when needed!)

03-22-2004, 06:19 PM	#10
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	This is a NOTE worthy topic. Get It? Note Worthy? I think I need a break!!

03-23-2004, 05:46 AM	#12
Pilgrim Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Crescent City, FL Posts: 492	I have had three in these trucks. All OK. __________________ Bob 68 C20 Camper Special

03-23-2004, 12:13 PM	#13
gr8scott51 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Bremerton, WA Posts: 1,839	Tom, I didn't want to cut the doors. I've seen some nice consoles with speakers in them that provide a good sound, but wanted to keep a bench seat. __________________ Silence is golden, duct tape is silver. - Scott

03-23-2004, 12:38 PM	#14
72step Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: chimayo, nm, usa Posts: 898	I had wanted one for my 68 mustang, but everyone on the Mustang boards said that they had problems where they had to get sent back. I don't know now On my truck it had been cut so I have a nice kenwood din that changes colors which I picked up brand new off e-bay, and it's excellent plus I spent less than one of those CAS units. I can't see myself paying 2to3 hundred bucks for a less than average stereo being an electronics freak and all.

03-23-2004, 12:45 PM	#15
danho Pesemistic Optimist Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Prineville, Oregon Posts: 227	I have a good used one for sale, $100.00 plus the ride. P/M if interested and I'll get the specifics for you. Dan. __________________ 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super Custom Camper- 4" lift & 35's, built TH350 and 355. Daily driver resto in progress. 1999 Yukon Denali- Wife's ride, hands off.

03-23-2004, 04:09 PM	#16
barn9 Half a bubble off! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Winfield, Ks, USA Posts: 5,588	I'm with Tom, I think the speakers are the key. I have encased Pioneer speakers under the seat that point forward, and it can blow you out of the truck, and sounds good too. I've had these speakers for years, not sure if they still offer them or not though. I would think that with the right components, a guy could make some that would sound good. __________________ Just call me LB. '71 Cheyenne, 402BB, hauls blondes, brunettes, or redheads.

03-24-2004, 08:12 PM	#17
zeeklu Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Northwest NJ Posts: 746	Thanks for all the opinions,it makes my decision a little easier. Chris



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