CD upgrade for 86 505

From: Hornors in Framingham (rhornor@iname.com)
Date: Tue 15 May 2001 - 03:14:36 UTC

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    I recently replaced the OEM tape deck which wasn't working and upgraded
    the rear deck speakers in my 505 STI. I purchased the stuff from
    crutchfield and installed with little hassle.

    After much research, I discovered that the Kenwood 2-way 5/25" speakers
    will fit in the orginal Peugeot enclosures un-modified. The model
    number is KFC-1377. This greatly simplifies the installation. They go
    for $79 pair and are a dramatic upgrade from the orginal speakers. They
    are forcing me to think about replacing the front component set too.

    I choose a Kenwood CD player KDC-216S ($149 - removable face plate and
    good match for the gray interior) It is mostly black with yellow
    display lights. Not shiny with tons of dancing graphics! It looks good
    and the specs were better than most on FM reception. Also plays CD,
    CD-R, CD R/W. The installation went well. The only challenge is that
    you have to hardwire the unit. I used the wiring harness off of the old
    radio to make it easy to unplug if I ever need to take it out. Figuring
    the wiring out was a little tricky. I basically pulled the old unit
    out, but still wired and with it on, cut the wires and labeled which
    speakers they were driving. I documented the wire colors/codes. If
    anyone needs it let me know.

    I don't know a ton about car stereo, but I am very happy with my
    selections.

    Regards,



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