installed a Double DIN unit

roadsession · 11-15-2009, 06:47 AM

I installed a double din AVIC unit couple of weeks ago.
My car is a Mk2 C4 996 PRE-MOST w/Bose.
I bought the double din installation kit from Eurospeed Motors http://stores.ebay.com/Euromotorspeed

IT WORKED PERFECTLY.

Wiring = 10 mins
Trim removal = 30 mins
AC control module re routing = 30 mins
Microphone wiring = 5 mins
Nav antenna install = 15 mins
Installing cage, setter etc = 10 mins
Installing unit = 10 mins
Putting everything back = 30 mins
Putting on beautiful trim plate that came with this kit = 5 mins

I made 3 phone calls and exchanged 3 emails with Troi - who I believe is the owner of Eurospeedmotors
UNBELIEVABLY helpful. Excellent support.

My wife couldn't believe the look and finish.
Also btw, I have confirmed (as others have as well) the stock headunit from Becker is horrible.
Using all stock bose amp and speakers with my new headunit, everything has 'woken up'.

ONE note: if you have 02 996 w/ factory cupholder, ditch the heat shield that comes with the kit. It won't fit. The cupholder is on a metal frame and performs the role of the heatshield.

All in all, it seemed a little initimidating to do this at first, but I got it done myself with some help from Troi!
if you are a little nervous, and not experienced with taking things apart, my advice is to buy this kit and go to a stereo store and tell them to install it for you...

Good luck!

gota911 · 11-15-2009, 09:19 AM

Nice write-up! Looks good.

Marc Gelefsky · 11-15-2009, 11:35 AM

I'm thinking the cassette holder can go??

roadsession · 11-15-2009, 06:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marc Gelefsky

I'm thinking the cassette holder can go??

Yes - just ordered this:

http://www.e-partssales.com/miva/mer...Code=POTE996IN

and this

http://www.e-partssales.com/miva/mer...de=95504400002

Marc Gelefsky · 11-15-2009, 07:13 PM

Tossed my CD holder for the cubby also, The Porsche ice scraper would look cheesy in my Saab

RallyJon · 11-16-2009, 10:03 AM

Glad to hear they worked out the bugs and it all came together easily for you.

11-15-2009, 09:19 AM	#2
gota911 Newbies Hospitality Director Lifetime Rennlist Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Currently in Dallas, TX going to... ??????????, ?? Posts: 13,626	Nice write-up! Looks good. __________________ Tim K. Still Lurking About! I used to own a 996. Really...... I DID!! SIG by Programmatore

11-15-2009, 11:35 AM	#3
Marc Gelefsky Super Moderator Lifetime Rennlist Member Join Date: May 1998 Location: Northern New Jersey Posts: 9,656	I'm thinking the cassette holder can go?? __________________ Marc Gelefsky 02 996 Coupe 6 Speed Aero 86 911 Carrera Targa - Guards Red 00 Saab 9-5 Aero Wagon - Winter Beater, Dog & Kid Hauler 04 Audi Allroad 2.7T 6 Speed - Wife's Ride Gone - 88 951, 87 951, 86 944na, 85.5 944na x2, 01 Boxster S

11-15-2009, 07:13 PM	#5
Marc Gelefsky Super Moderator Lifetime Rennlist Member Join Date: May 1998 Location: Northern New Jersey Posts: 9,656	Tossed my CD holder for the cubby also, The Porsche ice scraper would look cheesy in my Saab __________________ Marc Gelefsky 02 996 Coupe 6 Speed Aero 86 911 Carrera Targa - Guards Red 00 Saab 9-5 Aero Wagon - Winter Beater, Dog & Kid Hauler 04 Audi Allroad 2.7T 6 Speed - Wife's Ride Gone - 88 951, 87 951, 86 944na, 85.5 944na x2, 01 Boxster S

11-16-2009, 10:03 AM	#6
RallyJon Weathergirl Rennlist Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: SE PA Posts: 4,640	Glad to hear they worked out the bugs and it all came together easily for you. __________________ 02 996 C4S · 95 993 C4 · 911 RS look · STI · S4 · rally car