I have heard that you can use a scion stock radio in a 4runner with the stock harness is that true?

 

My understanding is that there may be some minor trimming of the 4Runner bezel needed.

 

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https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f2/2...-radio-128951/
(picture of scion unit installed)

 

yeah i did some searching unless i find a scion for super cheap it seems like its way easier to just get a aftermarket deck

 

Yeah I am a big fan of Eclipse. Problem with their newer stuff is that the LED colors don't match the rest of the interior. I am thinking about going with a Nakamichi deck in the 4runner. I had a Nak deck in an old Honda and that thing rocked. Very simple and good looking, and amazing SQ.

 

^^I'm not sure about their newer cd decks, but the AVN Models appear to all Illuminate green. The last style before they went to the mainstream design(around 2004-2005ish) allowed you to change the illumination to green or red.

Nakamichi are very nice decks too. I love the plain simple design with great SQ. Makes me a little sad that Eclipse strayed away from this.

 

I agree that Kenwood makes a great product, but I believe that Pioneer is a better deal. I got Pioneer's top of the line Premier NAV unit for $500. The comparable Kenwoods were all $800 or more. So that's what sold me on it. As for the bypass, it takes all of 60 seconds longer to do it on the Pioneer. Backup camera works great BTW

 

Hmmm I'm having trouble finding their premier line up online, I used to be big in audio way back when but have bben out of it for so long, I Know the PP line is nice. WHich nav unit didi you get for $500. I already have a Garmin 276C so I don't need nav but if the price is right.

Aaron

 

How did you change the opening screen?


Aaron

 

I just ordered a AVH-P4100DVD so we'll see how it goes.


Aaron

 

WHat can I do about the power antenna? I have a wire but .....


Aaron

 

I have the AVIC-F90BT. I just made my own startup screen and changed it in the splash screen menu. I just hooked my power antenna wire up like it's supposed to be. My unit has an option to either put it up when it has power or to only use it when the radio is selected. Not sure about the unit you got though.

 

Do you have a picture of the antenna screen so I Have something to look for. And how did you go about the splash screen? This had to be the easiest mod I've done as everything fits perfectly.

Thank you

 

Well I got it in and what a pain in the ars free mod, I swear the easiest yet! Tight clearances provide a nice OE/ custom look. Cameras to come as the lines are already run.




Aaron

 

You suck.

 

Don't hate the player, hate the game. Bill that USA-SPEC Ipod adapter had to go, it worked alright 1/2 the time and not at all the rest. I will be able to watch the rear facing baby day/night on my monitor (mom likes that feature). It was $399 from http://www.artofsale.net/, which is a steel I might add.

Aaron

 

Ok, I blame all of you...especially you Aaron. I just ordered the AVH-P4100DVD & ipod cable. Should be here next week. Looking into back up cams now.

 

Hey now don't blame it on me to your wife! I don't want to be on her list, those Bama girls can hold a grudge. The install is straight forward.

1. Pull trim bezel
2. Remove 4 screws on radio (then remove brackets from old HU)
3. Remove 2 screws from HU amp.
4. Splice best buy or other purchased HU wiring harness.
5. Splice in the relay to bypass to circumnavigate video feature.
6. Run ALL video out and in lines you will need.
7. Plug everything in and do a test start up b4 you fully install it.
8. Check and triple check your elec. connections.
9. Install Hu and bolt it up, doing a bezel test fit.
10. Turn the HU on, and tilt the screen all the way back then install bezel.
11. Get your wife and show her how cool you are!
12. Yeah

Yea yea it's a 12 step program.

Aaron

 

The HU install itself should be easy enough...I've ripped my dash apart at least a dozen times before

As far as the ipod cable, where is everyone routing that to? I've thought about routing it up thru the small cubby hole next to the e-brake lever...as I don't use that space much anyway. Just drill a hole in the back of it and route the cable thru it.

And yes Aaron, I will tell my wife it's all your fault.

 

ha ha good spend more cash on that truck of yours!! It can only keep getting better right?




....still waiting to do that projector retrofit.....i'll send you a box with ALL the componants lol j/j