Hi

How much would an installer charge to install a double din navi, Bluetooth system with a rearview camera? O have an 01 cab. Can anyone recommend someone in brooklyn my? The manhattan installers are expensive.

Thanks!

 

i have been looking into a single DIN nav system - the screen pops up. That is because i have installed a GT3 Delete removing the center console. my right leg thanks me every day.

e.g.; Clarion (NZ500) 7" Single Din USB Touch Panel
If you're looking for a new single-DIN in-dash navigation system, Clarion's latest NZ500 is one of your only options. This model features a retracting 7-inch LCD touchscreen, which works well for displaying maps and directions when using the navigation function. The maps are clear and legible, and feature more than 12 million points of interest to ensure that you're never far away from what you need. The NZ500 contains a built-in Bluetooth receiver, and allows you to easily connect your phone for hands-free conversations. The large screen can also be used for other in-car entertainment functions such as watching DVDs (while parked) and sorting through digital media on an iPod or a connected USB flash drive. While the NZ500 does not feature high-end specifications for building an audiophile-grade system with, it does come with 3 sets of 2V preamp outputs for connecting external devices. The built-in amplifier provides up to 16 watts RMS, ensuring good standard performance without requiring other equipment. Best of all, the NZ500 is readily expandable with features such as HD Radio and Sirius satellite radio, which leaves room for future upgrade possibilities.

$499 at Crutchfield.com

installation shouldnt take that long - as a DIY

JB

 

I am actually sitting here at a audio install place in White Plains - my double din unit is being installed and also they are hardwiring my valentine one, for $225 plus tax.

Car is '01 cab C4.

Well worth it, these guys seem great.

 

Thanks. What double din system did you go with. I'm trying to decide on the best one for navi Bluetooth iPod support and rear camera.

 

I just installed the Kenwood DNX-6960 and I absolutely love it. Installing it was a bit of a project and took some time but the finished project was well worth the effort. I mounted the bluetooth mike right above the steering wheel column and put the GPS nav antenna in front of the security device. The GPS works perfectly fine without having to hook it up to the speed cable.

This system includes DVD, bluetooth, Garmin GPS (my favorite GPS), satellite/HD radio compatible, and Ipod connectivity. You can also attach the back-up camera to this system for $169.00 or $199.00, depending on the camera you buy - installation is not included.

As seen in the pic, I had to buy a sheet of ABS plastic to fill in the bottom.

Just my .02 cents...

BTW... A huge thanks to those to have done this in the past and posted their projects on this site. I couldn't have done this without those posts.

 

Mine was the alpine ini-w900bt with built in bluetooth that works with the iphone 4. installer did a good job putting it in (i had the porsche eurospeed custom kit for 150 bucks on ebay).

bad picture but you can see how they also hardwired the V1 and put that in a cubby.

 

I'm actually having a Kenwood Excelon DNX-6960 installed later this week. I'm having the climate controls mounted in the lower position like adammich shows above, with a cubby in the top location. I am having the mic installed in the factory location, and the antennae for the Sirius radio and GPS installed on the front bumper, underneath the bumper cover (completely concealed). In addition, I'm having a custom iPod/iPhone dock built into the dash beneath the head unit. This dock will connect the iPhone by sliding it into a slot, so it will be totally concealed when it's docked. I'll post pics when I get it - it should be Saturday or perhaps Monday of next week.

This is a deep rabbit hole once you begin. It starts with the head unit, and then quickly gets into new speakers, new amps, new subs, etc. I ended up choosing products made by Focal for all the new speakers as well as the amp. You really have to watch it - the dollars add up quickly.

I think the best plan is to go with an installer who has experience with the 996. It may not be the cheapest route, but it will be worth it in the long run. This is especially true if you start upgrading speakers, which often require custom speaker boxes to be built.

I'm looking forward to bringing my C4S into the newest generation of electronics. I reallly think it will dramatically update and improve the interior.

 

The install is actually pretty straight forward if you do it yourself. The only complicated thing is the wiring to the stock amp if you choose to use it. Use metra abs blank to make the new bezel. If you do get it installed somewhere and decide to keep your oem amp, don't let them up sell you by telling you that you have to get an aftermarket amp.

 

My installation is finally complete. I chose the Kenwood DNX-6960 because it has Garmin navigation with real time traffic updates through NavTeq. It also offers bluetooth integration with my phone, iPod connectivity and Sirius satellite radio. It has voice dialing and phonebook control for the phone connection, but not for the control of the navigation system. I didn't opt for the back up camera - I don't really see the need for that. Kenwood's top of the line unit is the DNX-9960. I considered it, but I didn't like it because it has buttons instead of a **** for volume control, and it has a motorized face - which I don't like.

I found an excellent installer in the Denver area who specializes in high-end cars. They strive to make the installation look like a factory system as best they can. I'm pleased with the outcome. The antennae for the GPS and for Sirius satellite radio were installed on the front bumper, underneath the bumper cover. They are totally concealed. The new amp was installed in the frunk where the CD changer was. The Bose sub-woofers were removed, and the new unit put into the factory location. New OEM carpeting was used in the back after the new sub went in. The new sub is a single 10", as opposed to the two 6" units in the Bose box. The microphone for the telephone was installed in the factory location.

One of my favorite parts is the custom iPod/iPhone dock that was built for this installation. You'll see the slot for it in the dash, under the head unit. I took one photo of it with the iPod in, and one with the iPod out. The iPhone locks into the slot, almost totally flush with the dash. It connects the iPhone to the head unit. The lined it with felt, so it won't scratch the phone. It's spring loaded, so it pops out when you push it.

Overall, I'm extremely pleased with the sound, the electronics and the installation. The C4S feels like a new car again!

 

I like the iphone dock location, does this work for other ipods (especially if an iphone5 or something else comes out? How much did this cost you, if you don't mind me asking.

 

It works with the iPhone 3GS. The installer feels that it will work with the iPhone 5 when it comes out. If it doesn't then it can be adjusted to fit.

The dock was a custom fabricated part, so all I really know in terms of cost is the installer labor cost. He charged roughly $60 per hour, and this was a 10 hour job (total work for the system, not just the dock). Add that to the cost of the head unit, amp and speakers... and you get the idea. It wasn't cheap. If you left your existing speakers and amp in place, it wouldn't be that bad.

 

Looks great... I went with the DNX 6960 too and I am extremely pleased with it.

 

Dennis, what kind of harness did you get and where for your Kenwood? I attached the image of mine, which looks a lot like yours. I also got Kenwood 6960, same as yours. Notice the cup holder above the unit.

They also told me I had to get a new amp, which I wasn't planning on...

Thanks

 

You mean the wiring harness, or the decorative face plate? Unfortunately, I can't tell you where I got them - they were both custom fabricated by the installer.

Mine goes right under the factory cup holder, as I'm sure you saw in the photos.

 

How are the connections behind the factory head unit? I have heard that they are special ones that are not easy to plug & play and that there are no adapters for the either? At least for 2002+ models that have an optical connection, is that true? (using factory amp that is.)