Suggestions on mounting aftermarket HU

sybex · 10-02-2002, 01:16 PM

I recently purchased a new aftermarket HU for my 2002 C5 convertible. I ordered the stereo online and it came with a mounting kit. Unfortunately, the mounting kit does not fit quite right and when I re-assemble the console it does not quite fit perfectly (small gap on passenger side of console next to radio). From the research I have done so far, all these mounting kits seem to be the same. Is there a mounting kit that anyone has used with good luck? How about the custom mount such as a piece of Lexan? If that is the way to go can someone post some directions on how to get started making my own? Thanks in advance and save the wave!! :seeya

Also, is it correct that you can NOT use the speaker leads from the wiring harness directly with the new HU in the premium Bose stock system?

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sybex · 10-04-2002, 03:09 AM

Is there anyone out there that has had this problem?

MY2K2C5 · 10-04-2002, 08:39 PM

The one that I used is made by Metra. I am not sure which ones that you have tried out but there are a few that look pretty nice. Mine doesn't have any gaps and I really like the spot below the HU that takes up the 1/2 din spot to place a cd case in.

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sybex · 10-04-2002, 09:08 PM

That does look sharp. The problem I seem to be having with mine is that it appears to be a copy of a copy of a copy. The mounting holes are a little off and that throws the hole center console just a little bit out of wack. :(