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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