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Old 19 July 2010, 11:26 AM
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Hi,

I have a 2003 WRX wagon and fancy a stereo upgrade to allow me to listen to my iPod (it still has the standard CD, tape and radio combo). I was looking at various double DIN stereos, assuming that the slot is a standard double DIN size. Can anyone confirm this?

In particular, I was looking at this unit:

http://www.online-caraudio.co.uk/sho...ia-680917.html

I know I'll need a cable to convert the jap connectors to European, which I have, but does anyone know if this unit will "slot straight in"?

Thanks guys,

B
Old 19 July 2010, 12:21 PM
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I dont know anything about the head unit you've posted but it is possible to use an ipod with the OEM head unit.

Loads of info in this thread https://www.scoobynet.com/ice-2/6648...ereo-done.html
Old 19 July 2010, 02:31 PM
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Boomshanks .. If it's anything like a Clarion Double-Din unit I bought, then yes it'll fit.
What you might need to do, like I had to, is when you take out your OE head-unit there are metal brackets that hold the OE unit at the correct height and the screws holding it in .. unscrew them , then simply refit them with the screws on your new unit which should have screw holes in the same place ( so that your new unit sits at the correct height and screws back in the same way you too your old one out .. if that makes sense!)

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Just fitted this one to mine only needed 1 lot of connector to 06 Hawk..nice unit

http://www.bluespot.co.uk/car-audio....mp68-car-radio

Delivery was next day even though only asked for 3 day
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Thanks for your help guys - all fitted and working well. Steve - great tip re: the brackets. Made the job really simple and easy, thanks.

While I was on, I upgraded the speakers in the front doors too - great way to spend a Saturday, up to your elbows in wires, crossovers, crimp connectors and MDF adapters!

Next job, underseat sub...

Thanks again,
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