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Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by bigbeariuka, Nov 2, 2010.

  1. Nov 2, 2010 at 2:38 AM
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    bigbeariuka

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    bigbeariuka [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Just ordered my new single din system. Would someone tell me what is the best dash kit to get and do I need some type of wiring harness. Thanks
     
    bigbeariuka, Nov 2, 2010
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  2. Nov 2, 2010 at 4:25 AM
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    478DblSport

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    | EXTERIOR | DiamondBack SE Tonneau Cover, Havoc HS2 Hoop Steps, Tailgate Hose Clamp Mod, Shortened OEM Antenna, DeeZee Bed Mat | INTERIOR | Flyzeye V2W (Amber/White/Amber), RAM Mt A-Pillar Mod, Audio: Pioneer AVH-X5700, PDX-5 (119Wx4+410W), Polk Audio MM6501 (F) & MM651 (R), JL Audio CP108LG-W3v3 (Sub), w/Monster, Rockford, & Streetwire cabling, Metra Dash Kit.
    I don't know that there's a "best" dash kit. Both the Metra & Scosche kits have been used by TW members with very good results. There are subtle cosmetic differences between the two that you may like better than the other. Check out this thread http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/audio-video/66864-post-up-pictures-your-stereo-upgrades.html specifically page 8. Aerocooper in post #147 has a picture of the Scosche and in post #153 is a picture of my Metra kit.

    A wiring harness would make things much simpler... the Metra P/N:
    $8 70-1761 Radio Wiring Harness For Toyota 87-Up Power 4 Speaker
    70-1761 and the Scosche P/N: is
    $10 TA02B Stereo Wiring Harness Compatible with Select 1986-20 Toyota, Lexus, Scion and Subaru Vehicles - Aftermarket Radio Wire Harness for Car Stereo . Check Vehicle List Below for Your Model
    TA02B are good ones.

    I used the Metra dash kit and harness because that's what came with my Head Unit from Crutchfield and was very pleased with both.

    Good luck with your install and welcome to TW!!!
     
    478DblSport, Nov 2, 2010
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  3. Nov 2, 2010 at 6:03 AM
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    hookedontronics

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    i have a scosche sitting here under my desk and you can have it for free, pm me
     
    hookedontronics, Nov 2, 2010
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