Date:         Mon, 17 Jul 2000 09:52:15 -0700
Reply-To:     Todd Last <Rubatoguy@mindspring.com>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Todd Last <Rubatoguy@mindspring.com>
Subject:      Re: Stereo status...long
Comments: To: Mark Mages <wasserbox@yahoo.com>
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So true about Crutchfields size recommendations,

I have a Pioneer KEH-P7800 in my Vanagon that installed with no problems
- but Crutchfield will tell you that it will not fit.
My suggestion is that you measure the space yourself and go by your
measurements.

Also, one other gotcha for those replacing the front speakers in the
doors.
It is quite common that aftermarket speaker grills will interfere with
the window handles (for those without PW) and may hit the side of the
dashboard. Make sure that you get speakers with very low height grills.

Lastly, if you have a Westy with the rear speakers in the rear A/C
cabinet, you can open up these holes and place 5.25" speakers in the
rear - but again, check the fit with the speaker grills as this is a
very close fit.

I have the Polk EX series as replacements of the stock Blaupunk speakers
and they just fit.

regards,

Todd
'88 Westy

Mark Mages wrote:

>
> A word on Crutchfield dimensions - the dimension they
> list is shorter than what will really fit.  They give
> not only the depth of the radio, but also full sized
> RCA plug in the back.  Add 3/4" to any depth they list
> and you are good to go.  There is plenty of room in
> the dash to put the wiring elsewhere, and 90deg RCA
> plugs make a huge difference if you need them.
>