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Regarding the base stereo. Will any double DIN aftermarket head unit fit, or do I need the Metra kit? I thought the Metra kit was only for single DIN units.

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Old 10-23-2009, 09:04 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Regarding the base stereo. Will any double DIN aftermarket head unit fit, or do I need the Metra kit? I thought the Metra kit was only for single DIN units. I appreciate your advice!
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Old 10-23-2009, 10:19 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Any double DIN should fit fine, there will be screw holes on the sides of the aftermarket radio that the nissan bracket will attach to.
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No Metra kit required, just screw on the stock brackets as stated above. They will fit perfectly.
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jep. and if you have gaps around the trim, get some EZ felt from those artsy stores and cut to shape like so... for a factory finish look.

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Looks great! Thanks!
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My Clarion unit even had notches in the sides that matched the dimples on the factory bracket.
Perfect fit!
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My Clarion unit even had notches in the sides that matched the dimples on the factory bracket.
Perfect fit!
Yep, same with my AVIC.
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My Clarion unit even had notches in the sides that matched the dimples on the factory bracket.
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ditto the dimples on the Eclipse too
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No kit required just the wiring harness and the head unit. My choices are kenwood and alpine. Not a fan of pioneers reliability but that could be my own luck with them.
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ditto the dimples on the Eclipse too
i dont remember if mine had that but it fit perfectly....
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No kit required just the wiring harness and the head unit. My choices are kenwood and alpine. Not a fan of pioneers reliability but that could be my own luck with them.
Yep and don't forget the antenna adapter that you have to order separate from the wiring harness.
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My Clarion unit even had notches in the sides that matched the dimples on the factory bracket.
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How do you like the Clarion? I have been leaning heavily towards the VX709.

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So far: nothing but good.
I'm hoping to get the Sirius and rear view hooked up this weekend so I can give a full report.

It's very easy to use, which is a welcome change from the JVC in my truck.
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