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Old 09-26-2005, 04:27 PM
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Aftermarket CD player install - '04 wrx

Hey guys, I'm new here and had a question about installing an aftermarjet cd player in my wrx. I'm new to the wrx after having a 240sx for 3 years. Could anyone tell me if it is hard to install the cd player,... i have browsed a few diff threads but they didnt really hit on what i wanted to know.. Does subaru make an insert for under the cd player after you take out the hulking stock player?


Sorry if this thread has been beaten to a pulp... if so just direct me where to look, thanks again.
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Old 09-26-2005, 08:33 PM
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hehe supposedly u can use the legacy din so match it. not sure if there is any real truth behind it. but i dont see why not.
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So you will need first of all a wiring harness adapter for the subaru plugs.
After that, then yes, you need a single din slot to fill the empty space.

I think there's a legacy one with a flip-down cover that you can get.
Or alternatively you can get a standard black one from crutchfield.

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You may want to try looking up "din" on several of the message boards and also try
www.scoobymods.com

good luck
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awesome guys, thanks for the help
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Old 09-28-2005, 02:17 PM
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another quick question regarding the wiring harness adapter... do I NEED it or can i just splice the wires onto my new cd player?
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Old 09-28-2005, 05:24 PM
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spend the 13 bucks for an adapter, if you can afford a headunit and a wrx then you can shell out 13. it is well worth it, especialy when you swap it out or something
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All right, will do... i'm guessing the easiest spot to get it is online, huh?
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Old 09-28-2005, 05:56 PM
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circuit city, best buy, check around.
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Old 09-28-2005, 05:57 PM
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and I just used a din sized tray and it works fine, but if you dont have it I also used a piece of plastic and painted the back side black, after I cut it shape to fill in the din sized opening,
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awesome... thanks for all your help.
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