I posted detailed instructions how to install Sirius or XM radio in 15 minutes for $39.

Here's the link.

https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...utes-39-a.html

 

Big O: I use an XM Roady2 unit and clipped it to the air vent just above where yours is installed. It is easier to view there. I wired mine to a new switched circuit I installed, so that it goes off and on with the ignition switch rather than having to manually turn the unit off and on each time. Finally, I installed the antenna on the plastic cover in front of the windshield where it is not too noticeable. It can also be installed underneath the cover so it is not visible.

These solutions are definitely cheap and get the job done. But the FM connection is a significant compromise in quality, and when travelling around, requires periodic selection of a new frequency when other stations interfere (there aren't many spare frequencies in the LA area).

Thanks for sharing.

 

That's a nice install keninirvine, but vent clips drasticly reduce the A/C airflow. Black on black (mine) needs all the volume it can get. For myself, didn't want to ruin the clean look of the dash by mounting it in plain view either. I've been using sirius since they first came out and have a handful of channels. Once they are set to memory can easily locate the memory buttons for channel changes. Have a list of things to do on the vehicle and one of them is Navtv. That's at the end of the list, so for now will deal with the RF modulated signal hopping around town. Ran some initial signal tests inside and were ok but plan to relocate the antenna to the cowl somewhere. Have a cigarette lighter extension enroute to use the built-in step down transformer from the Sirius plug. Guess, I could take my soldering iron and open it up, but think I'll wait for the extension and cut off the end & hard-wire to the fuse box. Try 106.5 as 106.7 is KROQ and .2 is sufficient bandwidth separation. But yes, many radio stations in LA! Which grommet did you snap open to get the antenna to the outside?

Thanks,

 

I didn't bring the antenna wire through a grommet. I just passed it under the fender and through the driver's door under mirror, then tucked under the dash. I do see the wire when door is opened, but it doesn't bother me. Some day I might consider a NavTV, but right now I can't justify the cost against the marginal benefit (for me). I had same setup in my triple black cab and didn't find the blocked AC vent a problem. Since I'm usually alone in the car, I just aim the other center vent towards me.

 

I located an easy grommet to work with. If you find the arm attached to the clutch pedal that goes through the firewall (doesn't move), there is a thin grommet you can pop open and push the antenna wire through. Sticking the antenna on top of the plastic cowl (or inside dash) works but not very efficient. It's missing the groundplane. Most cars allow the antenna to stick from the magnet creating the ground which matches the antenna.