Base Stereo HU Size Question

Rhinetom · 10-23-2009, 10:04 AM

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!

Sigur · 10-23-2009, 11:19 AM

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.

SlikNik · 10-23-2009, 11:21 AM

No Metra kit required, just screw on the stock brackets as stated above. They will fit perfectly.

kenchan · 10-23-2009, 12:51 PM

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.

Rhinetom · 10-23-2009, 01:04 PM

Looks great! Thanks!

Zcott · 10-23-2009, 01:34 PM

My Clarion unit even had notches in the sides that matched the dimples on the factory bracket.
Perfect fit!

Sigur · 10-23-2009, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zcott

My Clarion unit even had notches in the sides that matched the dimples on the factory bracket.
Perfect fit!

Yep, same with my AVIC.

SlikNik · 10-23-2009, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zcott

My Clarion unit even had notches in the sides that matched the dimples on the factory bracket.
Perfect fit!

ditto the dimples on the Eclipse too

bigaudiofanat · 10-23-2009, 03:45 PM

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.

kenchan · 10-23-2009, 05:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zcott

My Clarion unit even had notches in the sides that matched the dimples on the factory bracket.
Perfect fit!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sigur

Yep, same with my AVIC.

Quote:

Originally Posted by SlikNik

ditto the dimples on the Eclipse too

i dont remember if mine had that but it fit perfectly....

Sigur · 10-23-2009, 05:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat

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.

antennahead · 10-23-2009, 09:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zcott

My Clarion unit even had notches in the sides that matched the dimples on the factory bracket.
Perfect fit!

How do you like the Clarion? I have been leaning heavily towards the VX709.

John

Zcott · 10-23-2009, 10:26 PM

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.

10-23-2009, 10:04 AM	#1 (permalink)
Rhinetom Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: United States Posts: 92 Drives: 09 370Z auto, red Rep Power: 16	Base Stereo HU Size Question 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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Sigur Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 92 Drives: 09 370Z BS M6 Rep Power: 16	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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SlikNik Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 294 Drives: 2015 Corvette Z51 Rep Power: 18	No Metra kit required, just screw on the stock brackets as stated above. They will fit perfectly.

10-23-2009, 12:51 PM	#4 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	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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Rhinetom Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: United States Posts: 92 Drives: 09 370Z auto, red Rep Power: 16	Looks great! Thanks!

10-23-2009, 01:34 PM	#6 (permalink)
Zcott Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: D/FW, Texas Posts: 89 Drives: 09 370Z Sport PG M6 Rep Power: 16	My Clarion unit even had notches in the sides that matched the dimples on the factory bracket. Perfect fit!

10-23-2009, 10:26 PM	#13 (permalink)
Zcott Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: D/FW, Texas Posts: 89 Drives: 09 370Z Sport PG M6 Rep Power: 16	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.