PIONEER AVIC D3 & Z2 Double Din GROUP PURCHASE SALE INSIDE!!!!
09-29-2007, 01:45 PM
#41
Intermediate
Member Since: Jul 2003
Location: Philadelphia PA
Posts: 46
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
OK, doesn't look too bad as you've pictured if it really is a matter of just drilling and rescrewing units into the brackets. What does splicing into the speed sensor get you? Operating the unit while moving? The ability to watch movies while moving, etc? Does this have a detrimental affect of the performance of the NAV unit?
Thanks for your help on this.
Thanks for your help on this.
09-29-2007, 02:01 PM
#42
Drifting
Thread Starter
Member Since: Jan 2004
Location: Orlando FL
Posts: 1,987
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Cruise-In VI Veteran
OK, doesn't look too bad as you've pictured if it really is a matter of just drilling and rescrewing units into the brackets. What does splicing into the speed sensor get you? Operating the unit while moving? The ability to watch movies while moving, etc? Does this have a detrimental affect of the performance of the NAV unit?
Thanks for your help on this.
Thanks for your help on this.
dont mind helping you guys out and answering questions. its a big purchase, and i want you guys to feel comfortable with it.
splicing into the vehicle speed sensor wire allows the unit to read the MPH, thus allowing the navigation to be more accurate. there is also a gauge display on the unit also that shows MPH .... (only pic i could find to show you)
in order to watch the movies the unit has to be wired to the ebrake, and grouded. ill be sending instructions for that also!
09-29-2007, 05:10 PM
#43
Heel & Toe
Member Since: Nov 2005
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
thanks for the interest. unfortunately no step by step instructions. mounting the new unit takes a little fabrication work. its trial and error, since you have to use the bezel as a guide as to where to mount the unit (how high/low) many use the bracket thats in there and flip it upside down. ive also seen someone use the stock bracket on the bose unit, and attach it to the new unit, like this....
you might not be able to place it back in the stock location (might need to go lower), but you can just drill out new holes, and screw it in where it needs to be. same with the HVAC, its just held in with 2 screws. lower the unit, and screw it back in.
there is detailed instructions with pictures that comes with the BOSE adapter to help anyone install it. the rest of the install is straight forward. if you have ever installed a head unit before, you will have no problem. i also include a step by step pictured instructions on how to splice into the vehicle speed sensor wire.
hope that helps you guys!
you might not be able to place it back in the stock location (might need to go lower), but you can just drill out new holes, and screw it in where it needs to be. same with the HVAC, its just held in with 2 screws. lower the unit, and screw it back in.
there is detailed instructions with pictures that comes with the BOSE adapter to help anyone install it. the rest of the install is straight forward. if you have ever installed a head unit before, you will have no problem. i also include a step by step pictured instructions on how to splice into the vehicle speed sensor wire.
hope that helps you guys!
09-30-2007, 10:36 AM
#44
Drifting
Thread Starter
Member Since: Jan 2004
Location: Orlando FL
Posts: 1,987
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Cruise-In VI Veteran
http://www.vetteessentials.com/instr...zel_howto.html
dont know any installers down south, just locally. try and find a reputable shop though. try and stay away from circuit citys and best buys. the directions i supply with the stuff should make it a breeze for the guys, even if they havent worked on a C5 before
09-30-2007, 10:37 AM
#45
Drifting
Thread Starter
Member Since: Jan 2004
Location: Orlando FL
Posts: 1,987
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Cruise-In VI Veteran
unfortunately i dont have the time to do the installs. but if you have experience doing the work, your more than welcome to come down and ill give you a hand. ill be working on other projects, but we can tackle it together. ill have my buddy help you out. and yeah... beer is good!
09-30-2007, 10:40 AM
#46
Race Director
Member Since: Jan 2003
Location: San Antonio Texas
Posts: 19,802
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'08
unfortunately i dont have the time to do the installs. but if you have experience doing the work, your more than welcome to come down and ill give you a hand. ill be working on other projects, but we can tackle it together. ill have my buddy help you out. and yeah... beer is good!
09-30-2007, 02:23 PM
#49
Drifting
Thread Starter
Member Since: Jan 2004
Location: Orlando FL
Posts: 1,987
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Cruise-In VI Veteran
OK, ordered on the web site. How long till Thursday? 
10-02-2007, 09:26 AM
#51
Drifting
Thread Starter
Member Since: Jan 2004
Location: Orlando FL
Posts: 1,987
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Cruise-In VI Veteran
10-02-2007, 10:22 PM
#53
Racer
Member Since: Aug 2007
Location: Toms River NJ
Posts: 255
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
For everyone considering the D3. I had one in my Trans Am and this is the way to bypass the restrictions.
http://www.avic411.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=7998
Really simple, and works like a charm.
http://www.avic411.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=7998
Really simple, and works like a charm.
10-03-2007, 01:41 PM
#55
Intermediate
Member Since: Mar 2007
Posts: 43
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
?
does the avic come with the bezzel or are they priced separately. can you put pics on the avic and does the navigation require regional disc, and briefly what are the major differences in the two units
10-04-2007, 02:30 PM
#56
Le Mans Master
Member Since: Dec 2005
Location: "This is not a psychotic episode, but a cleansing moment of clarity."
Posts: 6,420
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes
on
4 Posts
Okay, still on the fence and I may or may not jump in on this because I'm starting to think that I may want to go with the Kenwood nav unit. Just a couple of quick questions and then I'll shut up.
If I order a custom bezel (which is pretty much the carrot that's giving me the incentive to do this deal), how long will it take for everything to arrive for installation, including the new bezel? Do you have enough bezels on hand to meet the demand? I understand the $150 core charge and all that, but I just don't want to be stuck without a bezel for weeks, since this is my DD.
Also, got a rough estimate on shipping for a HU, bezel, and at least two or three of the listed accessories?
If I order a custom bezel (which is pretty much the carrot that's giving me the incentive to do this deal), how long will it take for everything to arrive for installation, including the new bezel? Do you have enough bezels on hand to meet the demand? I understand the $150 core charge and all that, but I just don't want to be stuck without a bezel for weeks, since this is my DD.
Also, got a rough estimate on shipping for a HU, bezel, and at least two or three of the listed accessories?
Last edited by JMc; 10-04-2007 at 02:33 PM.
