[Fwd: CD upgrade for 86 505]

From: Hornors in Framingham (rhornor@iname.com)
Date: Tue 15 May 2001 - 03:16:31 UTC

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    Hornors in Framingham wrote:

    > 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.



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