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My 2017 Taco Audio Build

Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by ryanhulce, Jan 26, 2018.

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  1. Feb 4, 2018 at 8:04 PM
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    ryanhulce

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    It reads texts, never have it read email so not sure. Basically either Siri or Google reads them depending on your phone.
     
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  2. Feb 4, 2018 at 8:09 PM
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    Yes, but Android Auto still knows if your moving so some features you can't bypass. But I can watch DVD movies, pull up rear camera while moving.

    Ryan
     
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  3. Feb 4, 2018 at 9:38 PM
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    Maestro just plugs into your factory harness. All you have to do is go online, register, select your truck/trim/HU, set your steering wheel controls, and upload your firmware to the device. Don't need to worry about your outputs, those still just go from your HU to the amp(s). Hardest part is managing the flying spaghetti monster that the Maestro RR creates behind the HU...
     
    aznfknpride, Feb 4, 2018
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  4. Feb 4, 2018 at 9:44 PM
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    I love the guages. Can you program them to show your pitch and roll of the vehicle? Correct me if I'm wrong but I think the Off Roads have those gauges built into the center dash. The sport doesn't have them at all. Would be cool to have that function.
     
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  5. Feb 5, 2018 at 7:03 AM
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    The Maestro goes in front of the HU
    OEM vehicle wiring-HU-amp -speakers
     
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  6. Feb 5, 2018 at 8:27 AM
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    Oh makes sense now. I wish I could find an actual wiring diagram to nerd out on, rather than just the holly hobby cliff notes they give you when you look up your vehicle.

    Thanks for the help guys :hattip:
     
    Mr.PowerTrays, Feb 5, 2018
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  7. Feb 5, 2018 at 11:49 AM
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  8. Feb 5, 2018 at 6:52 PM
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    Dude, this build looks great!! The only thing I’d change about the current gen Taco is the sound in non-pro models. (And the seat height as I’m 6”4’.) I knew that going into it though.

    I thought about using that storage area behind the seat as a place for a box as well. Seeing that in your build is awesome!! Definitely motivating to get started.
     
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  9. Feb 6, 2018 at 8:14 AM
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    IMG_0011.jpg
     
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  10. Feb 6, 2018 at 8:19 AM
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    Super sick with the gauges
     
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  11. Feb 7, 2018 at 5:55 PM
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    Jl makes a nice drop in. Congrats on the install. Looks good.
     
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  12. Feb 9, 2018 at 8:50 AM
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    I like your build, and you've inspired me to get off of my butt and get rid of that Entune pig they call a head unit.

    After speaking with Crutchfield, a few questions:

    Does your USB adapter allow you full functionality? The rep told a few horror stories about USB adapters, no matter who they're from - not giving constant connectivity or outright not working at all. He recommended a USB cable straight from the HU. So how's your adapter?

    He also mentioned a satellite tuner in addition to the Maestro STO2, but my unit (Kenwood ddx9704s) is Satellite Radio Ready, is this necessary?

    Any things you would have done differently?
     
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  13. Feb 9, 2018 at 9:29 AM
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    I only use my USB for my phone for Android Auto. That being said I did use a memory stick to load images to the HU as well. I have not run into any issues thus far. Android Auto and Apple Car Play both work great via the USB Cable using the adapter to keep the factory location. It even fast charges my Android Phone. For XM I bought the adapter to keep the factory antenna and you have to buy a module that plugs into the radio. Although they say XM ready you still need this piece. I believe it is the
    $59 SXV300V1 Satellite Radio Vehicle Tuner - Add to Any SiriusXM-Ready Car Stereo
    SXV300V1. Should be like $50. Only thing I wish I would have done is gone ahead and added a front camera.

    Ryan
     
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  14. Feb 13, 2018 at 2:16 PM
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    What adapters did you use to fit the door speakers?
     
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  15. Feb 13, 2018 at 2:21 PM
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    I used these for 6x9
    $17 Metra 82-8146 6" x 9" Front Speaker Adapter for Select Lexus and Toyota Vehicles, Black, Apple
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IIC6CPE/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    and these for 6.5"
    $10 Custom Install Parts 6.5" Plastic Black Speaker Adapter Compatible with Toyota - Select Models -
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007ZQGZWO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    and these to convert 6x9 to 6.5"
    $19 Scosche Select 2002 to 2020 Lexus & Toyota Vehicles 6.5” - 6.75” Speaker Adapters (1 Pair) SAT69,black
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000NWG3S8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    I have installed all 3 and none of them required modifications to fit in my 2017
     
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  16. Feb 13, 2018 at 2:34 PM
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    Went with the white background myself & I love this system. The trans. temp is nice but my throttle position act kinda weird. Even @ full throttle it says like 40% then right back to 10%. Anybody else have this?
     
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  17. Feb 13, 2018 at 2:40 PM
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    A big Thank you!
     
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  18. Feb 13, 2018 at 2:42 PM
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    Anytime. I know there are higher quality kits out there, but these haven't given me any issues yet
     
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  19. Mar 8, 2018 at 6:57 PM
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    I like your install! :thumbsup:

    I noticed that you do not have the package that includes auto climate control (I don't either). With the iDatalink Maestro, are you able to change the climate controls through your HU? I've seen pictures of other vehicles that can do this with the Maestro + Kenwood setup, but those vehicles already had upgraded climate controls.
     
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  20. Mar 10, 2018 at 2:05 PM
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    I am not. That feature only works if it was there from the factory.

    Thanks,

    Ryan
     
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