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Show off those aftermarket stereo systems!

Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by ToyotaKTMracing, Mar 10, 2012.

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Which stereo do you have?

  1. Alpine

    193 vote(s)
    14.5%
  2. JVC

    90 vote(s)
    6.8%
  3. Eclipse

    17 vote(s)
    1.3%
  4. Kenwood

    289 vote(s)
    21.8%
  5. Sony

    66 vote(s)
    5.0%
  6. Pioneer

    566 vote(s)
    42.6%
  7. Jensen

    7 vote(s)
    0.5%
  8. Other. Specify in thread

    100 vote(s)
    7.5%
  1. Dec 11, 2013 at 5:14 AM
    #881
    ace96

    ace96 Well-Known Member

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    AVS bug deflector, Weathertech digital fit floor mats, TRD skid plate w/ Sockmonkey decal, SOS Cocept sliders w/ Line-x, Pioneer 3500, Hybrid Audio Technology Mirus 6X9s & 6.5s, back up cam mod, Wet Okoles-front & rear, TRD exhaust, 17X9 XD Spy w/ Falken Wildpeaks, Avid light bar
    Nice. I have been trying to make my mind up between this unit and the Kenwood DDX470. Think I am going Pioneer now.
     
  2. Dec 11, 2013 at 2:21 PM
    #882
    Aw9d

    Aw9d That one guy

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    Pioneer FTW.
     
  3. Dec 13, 2013 at 1:55 AM
    #883
    XxRonZombiexX

    XxRonZombiexX Active Member

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    I have the same damn setup same radio and everything....
    I love it cause its simple and easy to use.....





     
  4. Dec 13, 2013 at 4:16 PM
    #884
    Oowen

    Oowen Goes through trucks faster then underwear

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    Garage Queen
    Before I screw something up, I am about to port my exsiting sub box. Could somebody give me a few pointers?
    Thanks
     
  5. Dec 18, 2013 at 6:09 PM
    #885
    bluetaco06

    bluetaco06 Member

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    Tinted windows, bed cover, 2/1 leveling kit, 285 A/T Toyo, 17in rims, billet grille...
    what dash kit did you use? i have the same deck but my dash kit doesnt fit very well and im looking to replace it...
     
  6. Dec 19, 2013 at 4:31 AM
    #886
    ike3000

    ike3000 Well-Known Member

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    Looks nice. What frequency do you have that box tuned to? I'm contemplating switching out my sub and have been looking at the Type R.
     
  7. Dec 29, 2013 at 1:02 AM
    #887
    JayB27

    JayB27 Well-Known Member

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    10' White DCSB Pre Runnner
    Debadged, Plasti-Dip Wheels, Color Matched Satoshi grille, Ebay Seat Covers =P, Painted Black and white Radio surround, Blue Interior Dome light, White Maps lights, Fishing Rod Holder. All done by me.
    Looking for a 2012+ stock radio JBL touchscreen. If anyone is interestedin selling theres please let me know. Send a pm.
     
  8. Dec 29, 2013 at 1:54 PM
    #888
    HackD

    HackD Marching to the Beat of a Different Drum

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    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, eh?
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    2010 Base 4x2, 2.7L, 5 speed manual 5-lug Slug
    Gone over the Top for a 5-lug..
    Here is my little bit of off the wall, McGyver styled A/V for my truck.

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    New Kenwood DDX470 bought yesterday ($299.00 Cdn - Bargoon!) at the Boxing Day sales and installed yesterday/today. Finally done with that stock radio, after tolerating it for almost 3 years.

    Cell-Phone - well, what can i say - unlimited data plans rock. Samsung Galaxy S4 for in-cab connectivity (as pictured, that's an S2 as a place-holder - i was using the S4 to snap the photo.. :p ). Synchs with the Kenwood, like a treat.

    Google Nexus 7 (2nd ed.) - Used for internet apps on the move/parked. Mainly Waze social GPS.. but other purposes also, as I use my truck as my "break-room" at work. The stand is home-brew, rock-solid, and simply lifts up and gets tossed into the back seat when not in use - fitting into one of the cup holders - It's put together using ABS plumbing parts (!) .. it looks close to the manual shift.. but it does not interfere in the least, i can rest my hand naturally on the shifter, in any gear.

    Speakers are stock. No intentions to replace them, unless i blow them. I've got a 500watt amp sitting in my surplus electronics pile, but i don't think i'll be installing it any time soon.
     
    Last edited: Dec 29, 2013
  9. Dec 31, 2013 at 8:53 PM
    #889
    HKRunner

    HKRunner Well-Known Member

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    running the following:

    HU: Stock Navi
    Front stage: Hertz Hi Energy 2 way components
    Rear stage: Infinity Reference 6.5"
    Sub: SA-12
    Processor: Audison Bit One
    Front stage amp: MB Quart 100x4
    Rear stage amp: MB Quart 100x2
    Sub stage amp: MB Quart 1000x1

    Big 3 upgrade, plenty of sound deadening, 1/0 power wire, distro block etc.

    Ill post some pics tomorrow. Had everything tuned via Bit Tune and sounds fantastic. Battery upgrade is next.
     
  10. Jan 2, 2014 at 1:52 PM
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    maurice82taco

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    Bed Storage Locks, LED cupholders
    Nexus 7 with Custom ROM and UI. Still a work in progress... Hope I can install this thing soon!

    IMG_20140102_075120.jpg
     
    Last edited: Jan 2, 2014
  11. Jan 3, 2014 at 3:13 PM
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    VRAlex

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    Just got these bad boys put in. 4e5y5a7a_1090f8125289cd69006f295cf134872c5ba19342.jpg
     
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  12. Jan 3, 2014 at 3:16 PM
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    Airdog

    Airdog did your Mom

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    Sony GS600 recessed into the Dash

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    Controlled by my iPad mini

    [​IMG]
     
  13. Jan 11, 2014 at 8:47 PM
    #893
    ace96

    ace96 Well-Known Member

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    AVS bug deflector, Weathertech digital fit floor mats, TRD skid plate w/ Sockmonkey decal, SOS Cocept sliders w/ Line-x, Pioneer 3500, Hybrid Audio Technology Mirus 6X9s & 6.5s, back up cam mod, Wet Okoles-front & rear, TRD exhaust, 17X9 XD Spy w/ Falken Wildpeaks, Avid light bar
    Pioneer 3500 bhs

    [​IMG]

    Installed a harness to move backup cam from rear view to new head unit.

    [​IMG]

    Also, did brake bypass. Really like the new unit. Can't wait to upgrade the speakers.
     
  14. Jan 12, 2014 at 6:25 AM
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    Bsheriff11

    Bsheriff11 Remember Your ABC's. Always. Be. Casual.

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    Click My Sig Homie

    What harness? Got a link?
     
  15. Jan 12, 2014 at 10:44 AM
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    ace96

    ace96 Well-Known Member

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    AVS bug deflector, Weathertech digital fit floor mats, TRD skid plate w/ Sockmonkey decal, SOS Cocept sliders w/ Line-x, Pioneer 3500, Hybrid Audio Technology Mirus 6X9s & 6.5s, back up cam mod, Wet Okoles-front & rear, TRD exhaust, 17X9 XD Spy w/ Falken Wildpeaks, Avid light bar
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  16. Jan 12, 2014 at 7:35 PM
    #896
    amcorley

    amcorley Active Member

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    Running boards, BOSS audio system with backup cam, nav, dvd, and bluetooth
    Don't have the money to blow on kenwoods/pioneers, so laugh it up at my BOSS HU. It has nav, dvd, bluetooth, and plugs for my backup camera so I'm happy.

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    Last edited: Jan 12, 2014
  17. Jan 12, 2014 at 7:52 PM
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    Lpheat22

    Lpheat22 Well-Known Member

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    DDM Tuning 6000k HID Headlights, Pioneer X5500BHS, CSJumper switchbacks, Fox 2.5 w/reservoirs and CDC adjusters, Sick Nick PreRunner Tube Bumper, 17 in SCS Stealth 6's Matte Gunmetal, Toyo ATII 285/70/17
    Man whatever makes you happy and doesn't give you problems. I would've still had my stock radio if my auxiliary cable would've kept working.
     
  18. Jan 15, 2014 at 11:52 AM
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    killianeric

    killianeric Well-Known Member

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    Door panels are almost done!
    [​IMG]
     
  19. Jan 15, 2014 at 11:56 AM
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    Oregon TRD

    Oregon TRD "GO DUCKS" Edition

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    6" Fabtech Lift, 35" Fierce M/T 17" Eagle Alloy Sim bead locks Naked girls in the bed 10.1" DVD head unit Two 7" Headrest Monitors PS2 in glove box
    Gonna be insane when done. ^^^

    How many months has this project been going?
     
  20. Jan 15, 2014 at 12:07 PM
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    killianeric

    killianeric Well-Known Member

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    I think its been 7.. It's only been out of the shop once since then! The shop has been busy with the RZR for CES. The truck isn't a priority..

    Here's the RZR!
    Screenshot_2014-01-15-11-59-32-1_zpsd445_82c8063f550ec4b55ae552592c9ad8511089bc9b.jpg
     

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