What do I need to install a new Head Unit?

[mjoyal4]

Was looking around and I want to get the Sony Xplod CD receiver.

What I am confused on is what additional parts am I going to need to install it? I hear about mounting brackets and wire harnesses, but I'm not sure where exactly to get those and what parts I'm going to need.
And because the system is half the size of the current one in my truck, I'll have a gap. What should I put there?

Thanks guys in advance.

 

[iwannabamedic]

walmart or stereo store has a adapter you can install to make up thew gap area

 

[swarm87]

one of these(should work for sport says 98+): http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370213290079&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

and this:http://cgi.ebay.com/METRA-SONY-RADI...tem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item563c94e9cd (if you get a sony, i just got a pioneer one for $5 shipped $17 for both)

you just plug them into each other(very) easy and use a din kit from bestbuy

 

[BigRondo]

Online audio retailers have info on what fits and what doesn't as well as the installation kits and wiring adapters required.

Here are the "what fits" pages for a few:

Online Car Stereo, Crutchfield, Sonic Electronix


Hope this helps out!

 

[mjoyal4]

Hey guys, I really appreciate the help you've given me.
I've just found out about some money problems in my family.. I could live without a new CD receiver and save $100-$150 right now.

So all I have to ask is it possible to take the stock faceplate off and change the bulbs to LEDs? I saw (i think it was) 3 gold screws holding the face-plate onto the unit but I don't know what'll happen if I take it apart. I don't feel like breaking stuff.

 

[Jaysin2719]

Once your cash problems settle down, you may want to check out www.crutchfield.com. You get specific harnesses and mounting kits (to fix the gap) based on whatever vehicle you choose free with your purchase, as well as free shipping.