Anyone keen on truck radio systems?

[cattleman99]

The lady snapped the tit of the AUX cord off in the port. I tried to drill it out and may or may not have drilled a tad bit too far. AUX no longer works and that is what I primarily use for radio.

I am going to replace the radio. Would you recommend I stick with an OEM system or go with one of the fancy touch screen things? I am a tight wad, so $300+ is not going to happen.

Any recommendations?

Must have AUX and CD. Bluetooth a plus

 

[cattleman99]

It’s an 08 Silverado

 

[DRandi]

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[MotorOilMcCall]

I'd look in a junkyard for the same system you have now if you like it. Cheapest option out there honestly. It's not worth fixing it unless you're handy with a solder gun (aux is 2 channels, so not a big deal, but getting the parts to do it, and the time, is worth something).

If you go aftermarket, you'll need a harness adapter, and DIN adapter to fit the factory hole. Plus, if you have steering wheel controls, kiss those goodbye, or plan on paying $100+ for an adapter for those.

In the future, a punch and super glue is a much better option than a drill. Dab of glue on the end of the punch, insert, wait, remove busted part... break it off the punch, good to go.

 

[timesublime]

If you go aftermarket, you'll need a harness adapter, and DIN adapter to fit the factory hole. Plus, if you have steering wheel controls, kiss those goodbye, or plan on paying $100+ for an adapter for those.

See Crutchfield. Replaced the factory radio on my mom's GC and it was $230 with all the needed adapters etc. Kept factory amp and steering wheel controls. Took all of 20 minutes. CF supplies complete step by step instructions.

 

[Mike Casselton]

Crutchfield has every adapter known to modern and cave man.
Just installed a slimline Alpine with apple car play (Android too) in my step daughter's car.
Hooked the adapters up in the comfort of the kitchen while sipping on coffee.
Pulled the dash out and slaved it in to verify it was working.
Finished the install, put the dash back together and went back into the house. Total time 65 minutes with Rebecca's help.
It might have actually been quicker by myself, but she likes to learn.
I'm considering replacing my Nakamichi with the same unit she has because my bluetooth keeps kicking off if I have the volume over 24.

 

[Aries256]

Yeah crutchfield is the way to go with aftermarket. Each make and model has it’s quirks. Aftermarket systems sometimes can be exponentially better, however they are costly. Then again getting a new OEM one is also. Some cars might need custom trim work to make a AM system fit in right and not look “ricer”. It really all depends on your needs, the car in question, and well of course money.

 

[cattleman99]

I’m looking hard at the Kenwood DDX376BT. Anyone have experience with them?

 

[Rthur]

Breaker one nine...
Looking for a bear report..
Oh, wrong radio.
Anywho need a CB to have a real truck.

R

 

[cattleman99]

Breaker one nine...
Looking for a bear report..
Oh, wrong radio.
Anywho need a CB to have a real truck.

R

Got one. Having the time and patience to install it, that’s another story

 

[OldSalty]

+1 on Crutchfield.

I have installed a crap-ton of radios for friends and family. Some were pretty elaborate.

You have a couple of basic choices.

1. If available, you can get a radio that is specifically the same form factor (size) as your currently installed factory radio. Usually these "factory" replacements have the same wiring harness etc as your stock radio. For this option you usually have fewer choices of radios and they tend to be more expensive.

2. Get a standard single DIN radio that will require a adapter kit, to not only fit into the same slot (and trim), but also to attach to your cars wiring harness. More choices with this option but may require a bit more work. This option is likely the most cost effective as well.

Crutchfield (while not the cheapest) makes all this stupid easy and their installation techs generally know their shit and are helpful - which might be worth a slightly higher price.

 

[oneshot86]

Breaker one nine...
Looking for a bear report..
Oh, wrong radio.
Anywho need a CB to have a real truck.

R

now ya did it...
im going to be saying breaker one nine all day, thanks

 

[oneshot86]

now ya did it...
im going to be saying breaker one nine all day, thanks

carol REALLY thanks you,
breaker one nine, no she dont

 

[Rthur]

carol REALLY thanks you,
breaker one nine, no she dont

Trucker Clock...
Who wants it?...

R

 

[oneshot86]

negative on the trucker clock, over

 

[2ndamendfan]

Trucker Clock...
Who wants it?...

R

Talk to teddy bear.

 

[hermosabeach]

What do you want?
If you have an IPhone- apple play is fantastic

if android- get google play

gps on the screen via cable or Bluetooth

Wayze on the screen is nice

If you are spending the time or paying for someone to swap the unit, get something with features that make the car better.

consider one that will allow
1- SSD hard drive
2- dash cam integration- save your deductible when someone lies about hitting you
3- Hands free calling

 

[acudaowner]

 

[Rthur]

Trucker Clock...



R

 

[OldSalty]

You could just drive around with this in the backseat. Pretty much what I had with my first car lol..plus the passangers get to play DJ.

 

[101stinfantry]

There is a place out of Richardson, TX, Original Car Audio that will repair your original. I found them on Ebay when I was looking to upgrade last year. Might ask them.

 

[cattleman99]

Bit the bullet and spent more than I wanted to. Hope it all works out. Thanks folks

 

[Bender]

Bit the bullet and spent more than I wanted to. Hope it all works out. Thanks folks

What you get? Can’t leave us hanging

 

[cattleman99]

What you get? Can’t leave us hanging

I went with a JCV KW-250BT with all the goodies from Crutchfield. It was tough to find something with all the features I wanted

 

[E. Bryant]

I’m looking hard at the Kenwood DDX376BT. Anyone have experience with them?

I've got a Kenwood DDX393 in my '04 E350 and have been generally pleased with it. The FM reception is good, Bluetooth pairing is straightforward and generally hassle-free once set up, and the internal amp is capable of drowning out the interior noise (which can be significant in a diesel van). The touchscreen definitely is not as responsive as a cheap smartphone and the volume knob is too small to be used with gloves, but those are my only big complaints. I'd buy another one.

 

[zeldaella]

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