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« on: July 07, 2005, 05:13:45 AM » |
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Am getting a CD player soon and the question arises where do i fit it? Does anyone have one fitted and where? Pics would be great
Cheers Rusty
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« Reply #1 on: July 07, 2005, 05:50:57 AM » |
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Good question, I was pondering putting it in the glovebox.
Also, my glovebox doesn't have an inside. Any ideas where to get one?
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« Reply #2 on: July 07, 2005, 06:00:38 AM » |
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I also though about the glovebox but how do you change cd's the station and the volume ?
Cheers Rusty
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« Reply #3 on: July 07, 2005, 06:13:19 AM » |
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« Reply #4 on: July 07, 2005, 06:19:34 AM » |
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How does surferboy put CD's in?
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« Reply #5 on: July 07, 2005, 06:24:16 AM » |
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« Reply #6 on: July 07, 2005, 06:27:03 AM » |
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great idea, thanks ewes very much Craig
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« Reply #7 on: July 07, 2005, 06:32:18 AM » |
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Now the next question is, Surferboy how did you hinge the cover any more pics?
Cheers Rusty
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« Reply #8 on: July 07, 2005, 06:37:40 AM » |
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My only advice ( not that I've done this modification ), is that you put your hinges on the bottom ( if possible ), as changing CD or volume etc, is really a 2 hand job ( That didn't sound good did it ), but you know what I mean....One hand to hold the grille up whilst the other uses the CD player.
Hinge it at the base, and it can rest down on its own.
Having said that, I've never tried, and maybe it can't be done
Just my thoughts !
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« Reply #9 on: July 07, 2005, 06:46:39 AM » |
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Thats a really good idea surferboy......  Rusty it also depends on what your budget is for a car stereo...there are alot of diff types out there....without getting too complicated do you want to be able to play burned cd's in it?...(cost's more) play MP3 music files (cost's more)..blah ..blah...and so on if you only use original cd's then a basic stereo will do you. On the higher end there are cd units with stackers that you hide under the front seat with a wireless remote control ( no line of site needed, unlike the TV!) you will pay serious dollars for that tho... Nick just in case anyone is interested check these guys out but you will pay to get one!  http://www.vintagevibes.net/Stereos/STEREOS.htm |
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« Reply #10 on: July 07, 2005, 06:59:17 AM » |
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we have a stacker under the passenger seat, although it is quite hidden and is out of the way, as soon as you hit a bump the cd will skip or jump.
best thing you could do personaly is have a stacker in the glovebox (if possible.......) and have the cd player (or a well known tape player) in the same position as surferboy has his. this way you have a remote controled stacker and also if you wish to you could have a remote controled cd player..........
then again why not buy a complete unit (stacker and radio) all in one and put it in the glovebox.......then again........
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ps: the remote controls usually work through the glovebox
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« Reply #11 on: July 07, 2005, 07:09:19 AM » |
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Well whilst we are talking hi end units and installs, i saw an article ( Perth Streetcar Magazine I think ), of a Chopped EK Ute, with a cd slot cut into the metal dash fascia with the unit hidden behind, so all you saw was the tiny slit in the dash, which if you didn't know what it was you would think is was there from the factory...
Anyway...the detachable face of the CD player was attached to the topside of the Drivers Sunvisor. So when the visor was up you would see nothing....want to change the colume or track, just flip down the sunvisor.
It was VERY tidy and practically invisible to most.
I could probably scan a pic from the magazine if anyone was interested, but would need someone to help post it on the site.
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« Reply #12 on: July 07, 2005, 07:30:45 AM » |
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Mark, Was the ute the one shown from Sydney's Motorex in Alex's pics? A pink/beige sort of colour? we spoke to the guy and he and his car were definately from Perth. Anyway, if you want to post pics you can send them to me or better still use the http://www.tinypic.com. service. Upload you image, copy the image path, and paste it into your message on the forum. It is REALLY simple, but if you have problems let me know and I'll write a procedure and post it up. Cheers, Craig. |
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« Reply #13 on: July 07, 2005, 08:31:36 AM » |
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« Reply #14 on: July 07, 2005, 09:45:02 AM » |
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I have mounted Effie's in the glovebox and mounted a stacker in the boot, once the cd is set in motion how often do you change the volume anyway. I have found that even with the unit mounted in the glovebox I can still reach the volume buttons. Mre modern units hav remote controls so you just point and shoot.
Effie's glove box is still functional as I built a metal box to fit the mounting bracket and mounted within the glove box to the floor.
The best thing is with the lid shut no one knows it is there.
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« Reply #15 on: July 07, 2005, 09:55:03 AM » |
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The magazine article is already on this site,
i dont know how to create a link?
Real cars dated Sept 04,2004
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« Reply #16 on: July 07, 2005, 10:05:01 AM » |
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Hey Rusty Emu has his CD player in the glovebox and the remote works with the glovebox "closed" There are different types 1/ Plays CD's only (bought ones) 2/ Plays CD & CDR (ones that are burnt) 3/ Plays CD , CDR & Mp3. I've just picked up one off "the bay" (search -Car CD) that will play CD & CDR for $56 + $19 Del. with remote (45w x 4). It turned up 2 days ago , haven't put it in yet , but it looks pretty good . Hope this helps Norm  |
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« Reply #17 on: July 07, 2005, 10:21:07 AM » |
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I've just picked up one off "the bay" (search -Car CD) that will play CD & CDR for $56 + $19 Del. with remote (45w x 4). It turned up 2 days ago , haven't put it in yet , but it looks pretty good . Hope this helps Norm Gee Norm, I was sure you would have a wireless |
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« Reply #18 on: July 07, 2005, 11:50:22 AM » |
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I went through the same machinations when I put mine in.
Thought about the hinged setup like surferboy - but the radio grille on mine also serves as the slot for the glovebox arm, which means cutting and welding etc.
Didn't want it in the glovebox for ease of operation and changing discs etc.
Also went through the remote mounted face option that Mark mentioned - but could only find 1 mob that would do it for me and the cabling alone was going to cost over $500.
Ended up getting the head unit mounted in a case below the grille and instead of installing speakers in the kickplates or doors had two 5 1/4" quality speakers installed behind the grille and get a surprisingly good sound.
Can post some pics if you like.
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« Reply #19 on: July 07, 2005, 05:23:47 PM » |
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this was trevs (robbzfc58 ) setup on a parcelshelf under the glovebox
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