Doulbe or Single Din?
06 July 2008, 07:16 PM
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Doulbe or Single Din?
After a new head unit, but not too sure whether to go for a double or single din one?.
The double I've been looking at is the Kenwood DDX5022, found it on line for £359,95. but a little concerned about the security of it, i.e its always on show. Also the wiring up so you can view a DVD whilst on the move I'm unsure about.
As for a single din, not sure atall, so open to suggestions on that one!. I know about the Forester pocket to fill the gap, which I like.
Thanks in advance for any ideas
Daz.
The double I've been looking at is the Kenwood DDX5022, found it on line for £359,95. but a little concerned about the security of it, i.e its always on show. Also the wiring up so you can view a DVD whilst on the move I'm unsure about.
As for a single din, not sure atall, so open to suggestions on that one!. I know about the Forester pocket to fill the gap, which I like.
Thanks in advance for any ideas
Daz.
06 July 2008, 08:09 PM
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The audio place I go to said that he would go double din every time. I never did ask why though...
The watching DVD's on the move is easily resolved, think you have to earth one of the wires - search a few recent threads will get you an answer there
The watching DVD's on the move is easily resolved, think you have to earth one of the wires - search a few recent threads will get you an answer there
06 July 2008, 10:25 PM
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What are you after? If you want to play DVD's up front, double din is the way to go, if not then single din gives you more choice and better security.
Let us know your full criteria (e.g. bluetooth, ipod control, usb, dvd etc.) and I'm sure you'll get loads of advice.
Let us know your full criteria (e.g. bluetooth, ipod control, usb, dvd etc.) and I'm sure you'll get loads of advice.
06 July 2008, 10:31 PM
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Well i dont mind spending the money. What I see is just a good quality good looking head unit, only looking at the double dins because of the space I will have.
DVD not on the very top of wants, but all the same would be pretty cool, as for all the other bits and bobs, well they all temd to have them on anyway.
Looking about there is more choice for the single din, but not too many in silver, which would go nicley with the dash.
DVD not on the very top of wants, but all the same would be pretty cool, as for all the other bits and bobs, well they all temd to have them on anyway.
Looking about there is more choice for the single din, but not too many in silver, which would go nicley with the dash.
08 July 2008, 09:14 PM
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I have a question, how is it that a shop sells a Kenwood DDX5022 for £500, but the Justkenwood web site sells it for £359.95, thats a massive difference. Its also the same for other head units, single dins can vary loads too. These cheap prices are maybe too cheap, but how and why. the more I can save, means the more I can spend on speakers
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08 July 2008, 10:00 PM
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If you are buying online, I can recommend:
Car Audio Direct for car stereo, navigation and audiovisual electronics.
Car Audio Sextons Direct - car audio and stereo direct to your door
Car Audio Direct for car stereo, navigation and audiovisual electronics.
Car Audio Sextons Direct - car audio and stereo direct to your door
09 July 2008, 12:38 PM
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Car Audio Direct - Pioneer FH-P80BT - Double DIN
Ive been lookin at this one sounds good for the money
Ive been lookin at this one sounds good for the money
09 July 2008, 03:11 PM
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Car Audio Direct - Pioneer FH-P80BT - Double DIN
Ive been lookin at this one sounds good for the money
Ive been lookin at this one sounds good for the money
I bit the bullet and am awaiting delivery for this same unit.
Cant wait now.
toys toys toys
09 July 2008, 07:35 PM
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Thats the one Palmer, I ve been looking at that on the net. But its the prices I can't figure out. the shop sell it for £500, web site has it for £359, same model and everything.
Just not sure whether to get it. What have you done about viewing DVD's on the move?, and did you install it yourself?.
Just not sure whether to get it. What have you done about viewing DVD's on the move?, and did you install it yourself?.
09 July 2008, 08:23 PM
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net places don't have the overheads of a shop - cheaper prices. might make sending it back if faulty more of a hassle, but that's what you pay for.
easy to fit, one wire that needs earthing to be able to watch dvds on the move
easy to fit, one wire that needs earthing to be able to watch dvds on the move
10 July 2008, 01:10 AM
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10 July 2008, 12:38 PM
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Being posted this afternoon so i will have it in the morning.
Yipppppeeeee
I have some speakers to change aswell and was thinking of putting an amp etc in it aswell.
Just need to keep doing the over time and not let the other half find out hehehe
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10 July 2008, 09:52 PM
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thats my problem the other half lol.
I was thinking of anouther amp aswell for the speakers alone, have an amp already for the subs and some kenwood speakers for the doors. Just need the head unit but road tax got in the way this month lol
I was thinking of anouther amp aswell for the speakers alone, have an amp already for the subs and some kenwood speakers for the doors. Just need the head unit but road tax got in the way this month lol
10 July 2008, 10:42 PM
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The Alpine price may include fitting - they were recently (last month) doing a deal that gave "free" fitting...
I go to Dave Wallis in Ipswich for all my audio stuff, spent a few grand there on my Toyota Surf
I go to Dave Wallis in Ipswich for all my audio stuff, spent a few grand there on my Toyota Surf
12 July 2008, 08:23 AM
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Right im up,not fully awake though.
I fitted a radio off fleabay the other week,single din and it played everything,had a tv tuner in etc.
Only thing is it didnt look right , so out it came and now time for this baby.
Took some pics of the dash out,(neighbour thinks im mad hahahaha)
Ill put it back to gether and hopefully post some pics up later.
just bought some wheels aswell.
Any way its been nice nowing you all because when she gets back from the day out she's going on and see's the motor, well its feeking curtains for me
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Hey too late when its spent innit.
Now just need one of them fancy da machines lol,oh and some where to kip till she calms it down.
Gaz
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I fitted a radio off fleabay the other week,single din and it played everything,had a tv tuner in etc.
Only thing is it didnt look right , so out it came and now time for this baby.
Took some pics of the dash out,(neighbour thinks im mad hahahaha)
Ill put it back to gether and hopefully post some pics up later.
just bought some wheels aswell.
Any way its been nice nowing you all because when she gets back from the day out she's going on and see's the motor, well its feeking curtains for me
.Hey too late when its spent innit.
Now just need one of them fancy da machines lol,oh and some where to kip till she calms it down.
Gaz
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12 July 2008, 12:20 PM
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Popped down to the Audio shop today and had a good look at the Kenwood DDX5022 (as fitted to IPalmer's car), looks awesome.
Spoke to the guys there and they give me a call Monday about the price, as we're talking a good £200+ difference.
Spoke to the guys there and they give me a call Monday about the price, as we're talking a good £200+ difference.
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not at the moment see wot happens with this first. i am not sure of breakdown of costs as its all being done together but im sure i could get the kenwood cheaper if i went online and could fit it myself. But hey its only money !
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I dont have an I-pod, so a I-pod cable will be a waste of £30, or do you really need one as once its fitted its a pain to change your mind?
My local shop has come back with a better price, so all I need to sort out now is what front speakers to get them to fit. They stock Alpine/Kenwood/Pioneer, I remember months ago when I nearly got this sorted they highly recommended some Kenwoods at £120ish.
My local shop has come back with a better price, so all I need to sort out now is what front speakers to get them to fit. They stock Alpine/Kenwood/Pioneer, I remember months ago when I nearly got this sorted they highly recommended some Kenwoods at £120ish.