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Sun, 16 January 2011 16:10

Len Novak

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Then Sony dash radio has finally rolled over and crashed.

Two quick questions..

How do I get it out of the dash? The stock sheet metal has not been
modified as far as I can tell and there is a nice collection of wires, wire
nuts and assorted junk back there.

Suggestion for a good replacement.

Cheers,

Len and Pat
78 Kingsley, The Beast II with dash lights that work
Fallbrook, CA

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Re: [GMCnet] radio [message #112158 is a reply to message #112156]

Sun, 16 January 2011 16:22

GeorgeRud

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Depending on what type of radio it is, you will either have to remove the front dash panel (if it has knobs), or you may have to simply slide it out of the carrier if it is a DIN type of radio. Removing the upper dash cover will give you access to the back of the radio to make things a bit easier.

As far as a replacement, it really depends on what you want. People have used all types of radios, and some with LED displays and other neat functions. I replaced my stock radio with an Alpine unit that has connections to hook up my iPod so I can listen to any of my music. I would suggest you check with the Crutchfield website (or get their catalog) and see what you like. Any DIN radio will work, and only requires some minor trimming on the dash panel to work.

If you want to keep the old knob-type radio style, they are still available from some of the specialty stores for older cars.

George Rudawsky
Chicago, IL
75 Palm Beach

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Re: [GMCnet] radio [message #112161 is a reply to message #112156]

Sun, 16 January 2011 16:31

Hardie Johnson

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When I have installed radios in the last century I have first put in a standard DIN box. I cannot know what your setup is, however. The original GMC used the old style which is attached to the dash by the knobs. I suggest you put in a DIN box so future upgrades will be easy. You could put a three speaker system in the front with the center speaker a common channel for driver and copilot and the outboard speakers the other stereo channel. I have mine wired to run off the house battery so I can play it while I work on the coach.
There are wiring harness adapters at all of the car stores, but I'm not sure you will easily find a 70s GM adapter.
Here is a guide:
http://www.crutchfield.com/learn/learningcenter/car/car_stereo/installation_guide.html?page=1

The sound environment of the coach underway does not merit any kind of expensive radio. Consider more ease of control and the size of the buttons and who will adjust the unit - driver or copilot? I have a crappy unit from WMart with a 10-CD to FM adapter from eBay. Suits my needs.
If you want a good stereo, get a Bose for when you are parked.
"I heard it on the radio"

Hardie Johnson "Crashj"
1973 26 foot Glacier, White Thing
Raleigh NC

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Re: [GMCnet] radio [message #112162 is a reply to message #112161]

Sun, 16 January 2011 16:34

Mr ERFisher

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like this

http://gmcmotorhome.info/living.html/#din

gene

On Sun, Jan 16, 2011 at 2:31 PM, Hardie Johnson <hardie.j@gmail.com> wrote:

>
>
> When I have installed radios in the last century I have first put in a
> standard DIN box. I cannot know what your setup is, however. The original
> GMC used the old style which is attached to the dash by the knobs. I suggest
> you put in a DIN box so future upgrades will be easy. You could put a three
> speaker system in the front with the center speaker a common channel for
> driver and copilot and the outboard speakers the other stereo channel. I
> have mine wired to run off the house battery so I can play it while I work
> on the coach.
> There are wiring harness adapters at all of the car stores, but I'm not
> sure you will easily find a 70s GM adapter.
> Here is a guide:
>
> http://www.crutchfield.com/learn/learningcenter/car/car_stereo/installation_guide.html?page=1
>
> The sound environment of the coach underway does not merit any kind of
> expensive radio. Consider more ease of control and the size of the buttons
> and who will adjust the unit - driver or copilot? I have a crappy unit from
> WMart with a 10-CD to FM adapter from eBay. Suits my needs.
> If you want a good stereo, get a Bose for when you are parked.
> "I heard it on the radio"
> --
> Hardie Johnson "Crashj"
> 1973 26 foot Glacier, White Thing
> Raleigh NC
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Re: [GMCnet] radio [message #112165 is a reply to message #112156]

Sun, 16 January 2011 17:42

zhagrieb

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Len,
If your radio has 2 standard knobs, one on each side of the dial, it MAY be of the original mount type. If that is so it most likely mounts with 2 nuts behind the knobs and the knobs most likely just pull off to reveal the nuts.
If it is a Sony it most likely has the current DIN mounting box that is fixed to the dash. The radio then slides in and is retained by two spring clips, one on each side. Sony would have supplied two special tools to release those clips allowing the radio to be pulled out.
You may find those clips at a car stereo shop. The shop might also remove the radio for you. I've been successful using two knives, or pieces of metal. Slide them along the sides the radio, between the radio and the box, to release the clips.
Glenn

Glenn Giere, Portland OR, K7GAG '73 "Moby the Motorhome" 26'

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Re: [GMCnet] radio [message #112166 is a reply to message #112165]

Sun, 16 January 2011 18:00

Len Novak

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This is your basic two knob, 5.75" apart with no DINS box. I pulled both
sets of nuts....what a mess behind there!

Thinking maybe waiting for advice from our son..............he installed
that radio in his car.

Len and Pat
78 Kingsley, The Beast II with dash lights that work
Fallbrook, CA

http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showgallery.php?cat=4375

www.bdub.net/novak/

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Len,
If your radio has 2 standard knobs, one on each side of the dial, it MAY be
of the original mount type. If that is so it most likely mounts with 2 nuts
behind the knobs and the knobs most likely just pull off to reveal the nuts.
If it is a Sony it most likely has the current DIN mounting box that is
fixed to the dash. The radio then slides in and is retained by two spring
clips, one on each side. Sony would have supplied two special tools to
release those clips allowing the radio to be pulled out.
You may find those clips at a car stereo shop. The shop might also remove
the radio for you. I've been successful using two knives, or pieces of
metal. Slide them along the sides the radio, between the radio and the box,
to release the clips.
Glenn
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