Fitting a dual head unit.

andy2k · 1 Jun 2007 at 00:22

I've decided to replace the standard Ford dual DIN head unit is the GF's '99 Fiesta with this - http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....PageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=018#ebayphotohosting

I've already bought the ISO leads, is that all i need, will the new headunit slot and secure straight in or will it need a cage aswell? I take it the one i've bought doesnt come with one?

Cheers

Andy.

andy2k · 1 Jun 2007 at 00:36

Its a Ford 6006E Multichanger in at the moment, Same as in my Escort. surely these are 2 DIN?

andy2k · 1 Jun 2007 at 00:38

And is that Panasonic one definatly a dual din?

Great, wish i'd asked earlier :rolleyes:

andy2k · 1 Jun 2007 at 00:43

I dont suppose there are any Tape and Cd units in this 1.8 Din size that anyone knows of?

andy2k · 1 Jun 2007 at 00:49

I'm more tempted by a CD changer under the seat TBH as i can't be bothered recording her music!

Obviously i can fit the head unit, how do you run the cable to the changer? How does the changer secure down? And does it need a power Source?

Cheers, Andy.

andy2k · 1 Jun 2007 at 01:11

Thats great advice mate, I'll look through it properly in the morning and check some prices,

You've been a great help, thankyou.

andy2k · 1 Jun 2007 at 01:14

I've got my eye on this auction now - http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....akeTrack=true&ssPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:uk

So basically that has everything that i would need to get me going?

andy2k · 1 Jun 2007 at 14:39

Well the cd player came in the post today, and i thought i'd see how much its out by, and its about 5mm, I can't belive ford are so pathetic, i assume they made this size difference to stop aftermarket units getting in there?

Shame because its a nice unit, but i think i'll put it back on the bay tomorrow

Just end up getting a ford changer in the end i think.

andy2k · 1 Jun 2007 at 14:50

[TW]Fox said:
Regular DIN sized aftermarket units work fine - and double DIN ones are not popular enough for a manufacturer to purposefully design something to avoid their use.

The reason is actually becuase Thatcham, I believe, score a car more highly on security tests if it has a non standard sized radio.

Maybe your right, that does sound like good logic.

Do you think Fox that it'll be easy enough to install the changer under the seat in a Fiesta then? And get all the cable's sorted, before i go and order one?

andy2k · 1 Jun 2007 at 14:57

[TW]Fox said:
It should be but why would you want to? The Ford 6006E is a 6 disc dash mounted multichanger already or do you wish to increase capacity of the system to 12 discs in total?

Looking for a tape and CD solution really, thats why i bought that Panasonic head unit, She's got a large selection of tapes, and I can't be bothered to record them all onto CD.

andy2k · 9 Jun 2007 at 03:07

is this a good kit?

http://www.soundmasterscotland.com/...sc_factory_recon,1_year_warranty_i018262.aspx

Seems to have everything i need, I already have an ISO adaptor and a Fasica Adaptor, so Does that kit include everything i shall need?

Cheers Andy.