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New head unit

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Parker f, May 1, 2024.

  1. May 1, 2024 at 4:34 PM
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    I got a kenwood dmx5020s and have no clue what kit to get to install it can someone tell me what to get?
     
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  2. May 1, 2024 at 4:58 PM
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    Expensive but plug and play


    What kind of OE head unit did u take out? CD player works?
     
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  3. May 3, 2024 at 8:07 PM
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    I’m lookin for cheap my guy but no clue and I think it works haven’t tried it
     
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  4. May 5, 2024 at 10:33 AM
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    Eaton Truetac limited slip Bilstein 5100s struts set at 2” 5100s shocks Torch add a leaf B&M short throw shifter Hella h4 headlights Warn front hitch Curt rear hitch Sony DSX-GS900 Deck Custic 1000watt amp Alumpro 10” sub Lund Steel Gullwing tool box Broadway rearview mirror Weather tech window deflectors
    Look for the cheapest unit with the highest RMS power output.
     
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  5. May 5, 2024 at 6:14 PM
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    He already has the unit (first post), just looking for feedback on what's needed to install it.
     
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  6. May 7, 2024 at 8:56 AM
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    Update: the stock brackets and all work. Whoever put this screw in behind the ash tray consider yourself a opp I can’t get it outupload_2024-5-7_11-55-23.jpg
     
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  7. May 7, 2024 at 9:19 AM
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    You should be able to find a harness kit to convert from Toyota OEM to the Kenwood connectors.
     
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  8. May 7, 2024 at 3:03 PM
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  10. May 7, 2024 at 5:14 PM
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    Why not?
     
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  11. May 9, 2024 at 3:25 PM
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    O'Reillys and Autozone will have them too. I was forced into buying one in a pinch doing a wheel bearing/brake job on a Kia. I don't know how I ever lived without one LOL
     
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  12. May 9, 2024 at 6:25 PM
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    Exactly ^^^^^
    Bought mine before cell phones and Amazon
    Has got me out of any ‘bitch bolt’ situation (phillips heads)
     
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