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2011 taco access cab- possible factory stereo upgrade

Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by Sawspatch, Aug 25, 2015.

  1. Aug 25, 2015 at 11:56 AM
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    Sawspatch

    Sawspatch [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
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    San Diego
    Vehicle:
    "11 pre runner SR5 4-cyl.
    Truck - 2011, prerunner, 4 cyl., SR5
    Stereo- standard factory single disc player.

    I have a gentex rear mirror w/ back up monitor, garage door, compas and temp.

    I also have the roof console that has a microphone for handsfree(not active)(no wire to connect)

    Ok, that's what I have, Here is what I want.

    I would like to update my head unit with a factory navigation, Bluetooth, CD, USB model that will work with a simple plug and play installation.
    It would be nice to use the handsfree mic. In the roof console. I'm also willing to do away with the Gentex mirror for a radio that has backup monitor feature as well.
    Please help me out with head unit model numbers and if possible pictures of said head units. AND any advice on simple related mods.
    P.S. I've seen access cab trucks with factory rear speakers in the mini doors. Can I get interior door panels that are speaker friendly that will fit my truck?
     
  2. Aug 26, 2015 at 6:10 PM
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    mojo

    mojo Active Member

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    Safety Harbor, FL
    Vehicle:
    06 Prerunner long bed
    nerf steps, hard bed cover.
    Replaced the stock head unit in my 06 double cab a couple years ago, easy stuff. Well the on/off switch broke so had to get another unit, after another single din that I returned I went with a JVC double din KW-R910BT. Works ok but there was a noticeable issue with seeing the display driving in bright sun, the screen is just too dim. I worked with it made adjustments but not enough. I contacted JVC/Kenwood, sure send it to NY and well tell you it is OK. Well time has gone by and I tried to jump on it again today---JVC/Kenwood has the WORST customer service! The agent told me to go to Crutchfield (bought at Best Buy) and by a hood or antiglare material, yes I would have to buy it, well it does not exist. By now it is too late to return to Best Buy and JVC won't do squat. They say it is not their issue, it's mine! So first this is a warning to see how the sun affects the screen on what you buy and don't buy JVC/Kenwood. Second does anyone else suffer from this and have you come up with a solution that works? Last what aftermarket back up systems are working well? After 9 years and 125K, finally got a boat to hook up to the Taco, back up cam would come in handy.
     

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