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So, i'm working on this project, and I figured i'd outline it here just in case anyone else wants to try it... but apparently i missed the Projects board! Can someone move it there?
Project: 2002-2004 WRX radio install on my '94 Miata.
Purpose: "Why didn't I just install a Ford CD6?" I've gotten this question from a few people here and elsewhere, and the reason is two-fold.
1: CD6'es seem to be going for over 120 bucks on eBay, and the new ones seem to be a non-din shape, plus you never know what you're getting on eBay. I got this from a guy i know locally.
2: I have used the Subaru unit before, and I like the functionality, plus I thought it would bolt in easier than it looks like it will.
The other question i've been getting is "Why aren't you going aftermarket?" I can't get a changer for this little money, the car is loud enough that the quality of an aftermarket unit won't shine through, and I'm tired of getting things stolen out of this car, so I want something that won't draw attention. The Subaru unit seems like a perfect fit on all counts.
Costs:
So far, dirt cheap.
Subaru headunit: $50.00. Got it used on www.nasioc.com.
Subaru Reverse Harness: $14.00 http://www.geocities.com/svxdc/WRXharness.htm
Miata adapter harness to aftermarket stereo: Free, as I had one laying around from my Clarion that died. (Normally about 12.00)
Metra Mazda universal kit, model 99-7501: $17.00
Metra Universal Faceplate kit, model 99-9999: $17.00
Total investment so far: 98.00
98.00 for a 6 disc changer, with cassette, that lights green and looks good? I think i'm on a good path so far.
At this point, I've got almost all my parts. I'm waiting on the reverse harness to show up, and i'm hoping to wrap it up this weekend. As it goes, i'll get pics and whatnot to complete this log, but it should go pretty painlessly.
Project: 2002-2004 WRX radio install on my '94 Miata.
Purpose: "Why didn't I just install a Ford CD6?" I've gotten this question from a few people here and elsewhere, and the reason is two-fold.
1: CD6'es seem to be going for over 120 bucks on eBay, and the new ones seem to be a non-din shape, plus you never know what you're getting on eBay. I got this from a guy i know locally.
2: I have used the Subaru unit before, and I like the functionality, plus I thought it would bolt in easier than it looks like it will.
The other question i've been getting is "Why aren't you going aftermarket?" I can't get a changer for this little money, the car is loud enough that the quality of an aftermarket unit won't shine through, and I'm tired of getting things stolen out of this car, so I want something that won't draw attention. The Subaru unit seems like a perfect fit on all counts.
Costs:
So far, dirt cheap.
Subaru headunit: $50.00. Got it used on www.nasioc.com.
Subaru Reverse Harness: $14.00 http://www.geocities.com/svxdc/WRXharness.htm
Miata adapter harness to aftermarket stereo: Free, as I had one laying around from my Clarion that died. (Normally about 12.00)
Metra Mazda universal kit, model 99-7501: $17.00
Metra Universal Faceplate kit, model 99-9999: $17.00
Total investment so far: 98.00
98.00 for a 6 disc changer, with cassette, that lights green and looks good? I think i'm on a good path so far.
At this point, I've got almost all my parts. I'm waiting on the reverse harness to show up, and i'm hoping to wrap it up this weekend. As it goes, i'll get pics and whatnot to complete this log, but it should go pretty painlessly.