Just received my F900BT... Gotta problem...

nappymike · 03-21-2009, 04:31 PM

So, after ordering all necessary component to install my new F900BT I just realized something. Everyone on this forum I've talked to about this install stated that no dash kit was needed. Come to find out everyone that I've been in contact with on this forum has/had the nonBOSE factory HU. I've got the Touring package w/ the BOSE HU. The climate controls and radio controls are all fixed into one dash panel. 1) Is there any aftermaket dash kit for this? 2) Would getting a dash panel from a base model work? 3) Would there be issues wiring the F900 to the factory amplified system?

SoCal 370Z · 03-21-2009, 06:01 PM

There are other items that are tied into the Bose such as the Bluetooth, and steering wheel controls. I'd either return it, or wait until the aftermarket come out with connectors for the steering controls and Bluetooth (if they do). Of course, none of the above resolves your immediate fascia/controls issue.

nappymike · 03-23-2009, 03:40 PM

can anybody help me out here?

Newman · 03-24-2009, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by nappymike

can anybody help me out here?

there are no dash kits available for the 370z so if you have the bose radio there is nothing to give you a standard double din opening.

i do not know for sure but i have a feeling the non-bose dash piece may work but i have no way to confirm that.

sorry, cant help you on the third question about wiring.

nappymike · 03-24-2009, 04:10 PM

ya i called nissan they told me it would be $256 for the nonbose radio dash but like you said your not able to confirm if that would work and money is kinda tight right now, i found a shop that would do the install with the factroy bose sytem, the bypass to watch dvds while in motion and use my steering wheel controls they gave me a price of $500 but they said i would need to find a dash or they could custom make me one but he said that it could get expensive so now i just need to get that damn dash

DIGItonium · 03-24-2009, 06:49 PM

It was already a known fact that, for the most part, dash kits aren't required for BASE 370Z due having a double-din opening. If you plan to install a single DIN unit, a universal dash kit is needed (for now until Metra releases a 370Z-specific kit) to cover the gap with a plastic cubby or even fill it up.

You're marching on uncharted territory when it comes to Bose-equipped Zs. It has always been a known issue with any Bose-equipped cars. I've not heard anyone not needing kits to replace Bose head units and speakers.

BTW, I would advise against using Bose speakers to your aftermarket headunit. The impedance of the speakers is most likely under 1 ohm, and it could fry your head unit. The only work arounds is an impedance matching transformer for the speakers or something from PAC or Schosche. If each speaker is driven with its own amplifier, you'll need to figure out the wire to switch it on.

BOSE = pain. It's not impossible... but requires more effort. Good luck! That's why I ordered a Base.

03-21-2009, 04:31 PM	#1 (permalink)
nappymike Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: savannah ga Posts: 49 Drives: 2009 370Z white MT Rep Power: 16	Just received my F900BT... Gotta problem... So, after ordering all necessary component to install my new F900BT I just realized something. Everyone on this forum I've talked to about this install stated that no dash kit was needed. Come to find out everyone that I've been in contact with on this forum has/had the nonBOSE factory HU. I've got the Touring package w/ the BOSE HU. The climate controls and radio controls are all fixed into one dash panel. 1) Is there any aftermaket dash kit for this? 2) Would getting a dash panel from a base model work? 3) Would there be issues wiring the F900 to the factory amplified system?

03-21-2009, 06:01 PM	#2 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 33	There are other items that are tied into the Bose such as the Bluetooth, and steering wheel controls. I'd either return it, or wait until the aftermarket come out with connectors for the steering controls and Bluetooth (if they do). Of course, none of the above resolves your immediate fascia/controls issue. __________________ ( Click to show/hide ) Why I NEVER say NO to the Panda Lou Fusz!!! Last edited by SoCal 370Z; 03-21-2009 at 06:06 PM.

03-24-2009, 06:49 PM	#6 (permalink)
DIGItonium A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 3,800 Drives: 09 Z34-TT 6MT Rep Power: 42	It was already a known fact that, for the most part, dash kits aren't required for BASE 370Z due having a double-din opening. If you plan to install a single DIN unit, a universal dash kit is needed (for now until Metra releases a 370Z-specific kit) to cover the gap with a plastic cubby or even fill it up. You're marching on uncharted territory when it comes to Bose-equipped Zs. It has always been a known issue with any Bose-equipped cars. I've not heard anyone not needing kits to replace Bose head units and speakers. BTW, I would advise against using Bose speakers to your aftermarket headunit. The impedance of the speakers is most likely under 1 ohm, and it could fry your head unit. The only work arounds is an impedance matching transformer for the speakers or something from PAC or Schosche. If each speaker is driven with its own amplifier, you'll need to figure out the wire to switch it on. BOSE = pain. It's not impossible... but requires more effort. Good luck! That's why I ordered a Base. __________________

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nappymike Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: savannah ga Posts: 49 Drives: 2009 370Z white MT Rep Power: 16	can anybody help me out here?

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nappymike Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: savannah ga Posts: 49 Drives: 2009 370Z white MT Rep Power: 16	ya i called nissan they told me it would be $256 for the nonbose radio dash but like you said your not able to confirm if that would work and money is kinda tight right now, i found a shop that would do the install with the factroy bose sytem, the bypass to watch dvds while in motion and use my steering wheel controls they gave me a price of $500 but they said i would need to find a dash or they could custom make me one but he said that it could get expensive so now i just need to get that damn dash