The Kenwood 7140, I wanted it!

fly yellow · 05-23-2009, 06:19 PM

I would definitely go nuts with the speakers now. You invested alot of money when you could have gotten the Nissan Nav for quite a bit less (but no backup camera) when you bought the car, and much better integration. If I invested what you did, I would definitely get some amps, new speakers and a nice sub. Then you will truly have something that blows the doors off the Nissan Bose system. It is a great looking install you have there. I think the Garmin Nav system is much more user friendly than the Nissan system, and it is cool how it is integrated in the Kenwood. I got tired of having Navs stuck to my windshield and having to put them away all the time, so I just went with the integrated system that was offered by Nissan.

driv3s7ick · 05-23-2009, 10:21 PM

Great write up, im goin to go for an aftermarket navi once i pick up my z..how long was the install?

Lost · 05-30-2009, 12:17 AM

Not having read every post in the thread, I'm not sure if this has been mentioned. Kenwood has a compatibility check on their website (Bluetooth Compatibility List | Kenwood Corporation) which allows you to search by both the Kenwood product and the phone to see if it is compatible and with what features. It even tells you if it is a limit of the phone or the unit.

In the case of the iPhone 3G it looks like to phone doesn't support it, but hopefully we will get the option with iPhone OS 3.0.

studeow · 05-30-2009, 06:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arizona Z

OK.... Here we go. Started the game plan for the installation of a Kenwood 7140 today. Let me first say, it's not cheap! I wanted it... It will do the 3G iPhone like a dream, even SMS texting! (No wife means a family vote of 1) Freedom at last!

Kenwood DNX7140 Navigation receiver at Crutchfield.com

I have a Sport, Touring, Automatic, in Brilliant Silver. The Bose was the first issue. The face trim plate is not double din ready. Seems there are no after market trim kits for the 370 yet. (Checked everywhere) The solution was Nissan's trim plate for the Base Audio (Non Touring, Non Nav) Just get one from Nissan, right? So thats what I did... For $174.11, part #68262, and thats wholesale! Thanks to Kevin in the Parts Dept. at Pinnacle Nissan in Scottsdale, AZ. I did not have to pay full boat for the part. List for it was $265.81. It should be here in 2 to 3 days. That hurt!

Gettin' the stuff togeather...

Kenwood will not warranty the 7140 unless you get it from an "Authorized Dealer" You can save 1 or 2 hundred bucks today, if you buy from an Un-Authorized dealer on the internet. But here in the Arizona heat....I wanted it covered by Kenwood for at least the first year. Bottom line, today if you WANT it from an Authorized Dealer.... its $1499.99! After seeing a 7140 pair with my iPhone 3G I was toast! Now for the add ons.

XM Radio adapter w/ XM Mini tuner. $130.00

iPod / Video Cable $29.99

Rearview Camera $200.00

Nissan ANT. Adapter $15.99

Nissan Steering Control Adapter $94.99

Install $483.99

Hopefully it will be installed on Monday. I will post some pics when its DONE ;-) I'll let you married guys total it up and tell me I'm crazy... But it is one fine unit!! Right honey?

Hi,
Whats the make and model of the Steering wheel control adapter - is it PAC? And how is the response time using it? Finally did you also by a wiring harness, or did the pros take care of that issue?
p.s.
Doing a similar mod as you did, but with the dnx-5120 on the 370 - I'm changing everything but the stock tweeters - should I change those too (or will it matter much? ) I hope you can answer these questions, as your mod is the most awesome and you are quite knowledgeable on the subject now.

Thanks

Lost · 05-30-2009, 02:52 PM

The part is PAC-SWI-JACK.

This thread (PAC Steering Wheel Control Poll) is an attempt to discuss performance of it.

studeow · 06-01-2009, 04:14 AM

Question regarding DIY for anybody who has, or would DIY: do I solder or crimp the wires if installing a HU (dnx5120) and speakers into a 370Z?

Arizona Z · 08-22-2009, 09:50 AM

FYI....iPhone 3G works great with the 7140...

opulence · 09-13-2009, 11:47 PM

anybody know how to get the 7140 to automatically pair with the ad2p bluetooth profile part of my phone when i start my car up?

Liquid_G · 09-14-2009, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by studeow

Question regarding DIY for anybody who has, or would DIY: do I solder or crimp the wires if installing a HU (dnx5120) and speakers into a 370Z?

you'll be fine with crimping the wires. Just make sure your crimps are solid (give a little tug on them after each crimp. I've installed several radios using crimp connectors and as long as you make solid connections you should be fine.

Seed · 09-14-2009, 01:12 PM

I've been thinking of installing a new H/U into my car as well, and my stock car has a similar set-up like yours. (Non-Nav with Bose) I was just wondering if you have any particular reasons that you didn't use the DNX9140 system?

And currently, Crutchfield is adding a free back-up cam to the expensive orders. Would you recommend the back-up cam you used, or the Boyo Rear-View, which is free? I've read reviews that the Boyo chrome flakes and rust, so does your cam do the same?

If anyone has any suggestions on good H/Us, please let me know. I would like one that basically has everything. Speakers and Amps will have to wait another day though.

bigaudiofanat · 09-14-2009, 01:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Liquid_G

you'll be fine with crimping the wires. Just make sure your crimps are solid (give a little tug on them after each crimp. I've installed several radios using crimp connectors and as long as you make solid connections you should be fine.

I do not favor crimp connectors when possible. They work fine just I put more trust in solder and heat shrink. But you can use crimp connectors. They will work fine.

TanLuu · 12-21-2009, 08:39 PM

how much total you have to pay when its done Arizona Z? I live in AZ too.

docaam · 12-26-2009, 04:12 AM

hey guys..just need some info on this topic as i have searching different threads and the information conflicts....

some people are saying its very hard to hook up an after market head unit with Bose system? is it true.

and second do you have to buy a separate GPS system along with the headunit as im in dubai and this wont work here so want to buy accordingly.

Third and last whats the size of our door speakers and tweets

bigaudiofanat · 12-26-2009, 08:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by docaam

hey guys..just need some info on this topic as i have searching different threads and the information conflicts....

some people are saying its very hard to hook up an after market head unit with Bose system? is it true.

and second do you have to buy a separate GPS system along with the headunit as im in dubai and this wont work here so want to buy accordingly.

Third and last whats the size of our door speakers and tweets

YES it is hard. No the gps is built into most of todays head units. 6.5's "6x9's in bose" and tweeters are 1 inch

Subwoofer Upgrade to Bose Touring Stereo
Advice wanted: Yanking the OEM Bose unit for something better?
Bose w/Nav options

Zsteve · 12-26-2009, 05:57 PM

I dont know to me without the nav up top, putting a screen with no controls around it kinda makes the whole area look like its missing something. Im sure the unit is nice but just looks more plain now. Now if the nav was there up top then I think it would blend in better, but then you wouldnt need to get the new HU then. Did you change out speakers too? Did the new HU make any difference in the sound quality?

05-23-2009, 10:21 PM	#62 (permalink)
driv3s7ick Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: longisland,newyork Posts: 5 Drives: 03 350Z Rep Power: 16	Great write up, im goin to go for an aftermarket navi once i pick up my z..how long was the install? Last edited by driv3s7ick; 05-23-2009 at 11:43 PM.

12-26-2009, 05:57 PM	#75 (permalink)
Zsteve A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 3,298 Drives: the 2 balled club Rep Power: 22	I dont know to me without the nav up top, putting a screen with no controls around it kinda makes the whole area look like its missing something. Im sure the unit is nice but just looks more plain now. Now if the nav was there up top then I think it would blend in better, but then you wouldnt need to get the new HU then. Did you change out speakers too? Did the new HU make any difference in the sound quality? __________________ 2010 LS3 C6 Silver coupe corvette

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05-23-2009, 06:19 PM	#61 (permalink)
fly yellow Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 455 Drives: 09 yellow 370z Rep Power: 265	I would definitely go nuts with the speakers now. You invested alot of money when you could have gotten the Nissan Nav for quite a bit less (but no backup camera) when you bought the car, and much better integration. If I invested what you did, I would definitely get some amps, new speakers and a nice sub. Then you will truly have something that blows the doors off the Nissan Bose system. It is a great looking install you have there. I think the Garmin Nav system is much more user friendly than the Nissan system, and it is cool how it is integrated in the Kenwood. I got tired of having Navs stuck to my windshield and having to put them away all the time, so I just went with the integrated system that was offered by Nissan.

05-30-2009, 12:17 AM	#63 (permalink)
Lost Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hawaii Posts: 36 Drives: '09 Black Z 6MT Rep Power: 16	Not having read every post in the thread, I'm not sure if this has been mentioned. Kenwood has a compatibility check on their website (Bluetooth Compatibility List \| Kenwood Corporation) which allows you to search by both the Kenwood product and the phone to see if it is compatible and with what features. It even tells you if it is a limit of the phone or the unit. In the case of the iPhone 3G it looks like to phone doesn't support it, but hopefully we will get the option with iPhone OS 3.0.

05-30-2009, 02:52 PM	#65 (permalink)
Lost Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hawaii Posts: 36 Drives: '09 Black Z 6MT Rep Power: 16	The part is PAC-SWI-JACK. This thread (PAC Steering Wheel Control Poll) is an attempt to discuss performance of it.

06-01-2009, 04:14 AM	#66 (permalink)
studeow Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: California Posts: 15 Drives: 370Z-Sport Pkg-PG Rep Power: 16	Question regarding DIY for anybody who has, or would DIY: do I solder or crimp the wires if installing a HU (dnx5120) and speakers into a 370Z?

08-22-2009, 09:50 AM	#67 (permalink)
Arizona Z Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Scottsdale, AZ. Posts: 42 Drives: 2009 370Z 7AT T/S Rep Power: 16	FYI....iPhone 3G works great with the 7140...

09-13-2009, 11:47 PM	#68 (permalink)
opulence Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: ATL Posts: 1 Drives: Titan Rep Power: 16	anybody know how to get the 7140 to automatically pair with the ad2p bluetooth profile part of my phone when i start my car up?

09-14-2009, 01:12 PM	#70 (permalink)
Seed Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Gainesville, Florida Posts: 8 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z CY M6 Rep Power: 16	I've been thinking of installing a new H/U into my car as well, and my stock car has a similar set-up like yours. (Non-Nav with Bose) I was just wondering if you have any particular reasons that you didn't use the DNX9140 system? And currently, Crutchfield is adding a free back-up cam to the expensive orders. Would you recommend the back-up cam you used, or the Boyo Rear-View, which is free? I've read reviews that the Boyo chrome flakes and rust, so does your cam do the same? If anyone has any suggestions on good H/Us, please let me know. I would like one that basically has everything. Speakers and Amps will have to wait another day though.

12-21-2009, 08:39 PM	#72 (permalink)
TanLuu Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Phoenix AZ Posts: 3 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z White Rep Power: 16	how much total you have to pay when its done Arizona Z? I live in AZ too.

12-26-2009, 04:12 AM	#73 (permalink)
docaam A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Dubai Posts: 2,532 Drives: Z34/240z/Hakosuka Rep Power: 29	hey guys..just need some info on this topic as i have searching different threads and the information conflicts.... some people are saying its very hard to hook up an after market head unit with Bose system? is it true. and second do you have to buy a separate GPS system along with the headunit as im in dubai and this wont work here so want to buy accordingly. Third and last whats the size of our door speakers and tweets