raginpyro

can u guys tell me some good after market head units that are durable and compatible with my legend. I'm looking for ones that i can connect my ipod too.
But the price should be in the $200-300 range . Wonder if circuit city/ best buys does free installation.
For example:
Kenwood Model number Price..
pioneer model number price..

Tell me what after markets u guys own and if u guys enjoy it

Thanks to all of you who are helping XD

 

nino418

Pioneer makes a great product. Their ipod hookup for their head units is very simple, easy to use and works +sounds great. You could also try eclipse, they also have a good ipod hookup for their headunits.

raginpyro

do u think i can install it? im 17 almost 18 btw. Don't have car education lol.. But i use to take computers apart and reassemble them.

I am capable of taking out the OEM HU of my car but im not sure if there is harness issues, where each wire goes, and how to install a single/Double din
Unless installing it would be identical to installing the OEM.

sam o nela

Aftermarket stereo installs are super easy and a great first project for an emerging DIY'er....but first...you have an LS which means you most likely have the Bose 2100 which utilizes a central amplifier located behind the rear seat. To use an aftermarket stereo that operates at 4 ohms impedance, you will either have to bypass the amp and get 4 ohm speakers, or get a Line Level Converter to use the 4 ohms stereo with the Bose Amp and speakers.

I know it sounds complicated but its really not....

Scosche SLC4 Four-channel line output converter at Crutchfield.com

This can be had at Wal*Mart for about $20.

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raginpyro

how do u bypass it cuz i dont want to buy that thing and have it hanging out lol? or does that scorshe thing hide behide the HU?

And i can pick technically any aftermarket HU that i want? are they all universal sizes?

IAmLegend

yes. its either DIN or double DIN. most are DIN, which means you need an install kit for a honda/acura. all it does is have a DIN sized opening for your DIN sized aftermarket radio. it will also have a nice pocket for cd's or whatever else because of the gap. the tabs on the sides of the kit are designed to fit in your stock radio spot.

you can choose ANY aftermarket radio. the aftermarket radio will have 10 or so bare wires coming from the back. all you do is get a wire harness for a honda/acura. this wire harness will have 10 or so wires on one end, all the same color as the wires coming from your aftermarket radio. you connect red to red, green to green, and so on. on the other end of this harness will be the plug that plugs directly into the harness coming out of your dash board (that used to plug into your stock radio).

choose whatever radio you like. its about you. its about what features you like and what looks good to you. pioneer, sony, eclipse, kenwood, and alpine are reputable brands that come to mind.

however, bypassing the amp will require some more work. i havent done it before or else i would help you out with that.

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TonyTheBullet

Stereo upgrades are one of the easiest things you can do to your car. Infact it was the first thing I learnt to do when I got my own car. All you need is a screw driver, plier and electrical tape to get started.

Adding to what others have said, you should either have a full factory system or a whole new aftermarket system. I find that aftermarket/factory hybrids don't sound as good as the other two options. If something is broken is on your factory system, then you can just fix/replace it for a reasonable cost. I find that the 200W Bose System(which I assume you have) is pretty potent and can be easily and cheaply updated by adding an ipod adapter (if you have an ipod) or an MP3 cd changer if you have a bit more money to spend. If you want to go the aftermarket route, then I suggest that you bypass the amp and replace the speakers. If you are looking for an audio only headunit, I recommend the Kenwood DPX301 or DPX501; cost under $150 and look pretty nice. You can scour eBay or Craigslist for speakers - I found a barely used set of Pioneer speakers on CL for $20. Replacing the rear speakers is a breeze. Bypassing the amp is easy too, you just need patience to cut and reconnect a few wires and you're done. Legendtuner.com has a very good DIY on replacing the headunit. I think $200-300 is more than enough for a system that sounds as good as stock or better.

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raginpyro

thank you very much to all of those who helped me with all of this. I believe all my questions are now answered and i can finally start getting some work done.. Maybe after some final exams in school XD.