Adding 12 CD Changer

[webert]

At this time I dont have a Aux Cd changer in the trunk but would like to add one. I do have a CD in the dash with an CD/AUX button. Has anyone ever added the 12 cartridge CD to this configuration? I was told I need an aftermarket adapter cable for $125 bucks. and $275 for the 12 CD player and $75 for install + tax for Uncle Sam. Does this sound High?

[bluecoupe]

Try ebay for the cd changer. You'll spend a lot less money than at a dealer.

[corvettecrazy]

just get an aftermarket one, check out www.crutchfield.com they have the best audio stuff at good prices

[DkBG]

Webert, I added one myself and paid more than that just for the changer . I'd say your getting a pretty good deal . Cliff

[nhisfan]

I was able to pick up an original equipment changer, mounting brackets, cartridge, and harness for under $300 on ebay. I just need to get brave and start tearing the car apart to install it.

Which brings up my question - I don't see any screws in the sill plates or kick panels, so I'm sure they must snap in somehow. But, before I start my "bull in a china shop" routine, can anyone give me a clue how to remove them???

Also, how deep is the plug buried under the dash??? Is it in the passenger side kick panel, as I've been told???

Tnx - GT

[bluecoupe]

This may help:
http://www.c5forum.com/diy/cd_changer.php

[nhisfan]

Thanks bluecoupe. That should be a big help.

Anybody have a guess on the actual trim panel removal?

Hammer and cold chisel...

Chainsaw...

Jewelers screwdriver...

Remember, I'm an aircraft mechanic and not very good with my hands!

Tnx - GT

[corvettecrazy]

Originally posted by nhisfan
Remember, I'm an aircraft mechanic and not very good with my hands!

Tnx - GT

should I be scared next time I get on a plane?????

[nhisfan]

Originally posted by corvettecrazy
should I be scared next time I get on a plane?????

Do you get the opportunity to fly many F-15's?

Later - GT

[bluecoupe]

nhisfan,
please check your email. I have more info for you.

[Fifty by Fifty]

I was thinking about adding a multi-CD changer but I've decided to go with an mp3 player instead. I can add 1500 songs and I don't have to take up all the room of a CD changer in the back.

[corvettecrazy]

Originally posted by nhisfan
Do you get the opportunity to fly many F-15's?

Later - GT

only on my computer, but could I get an opportunity?

fifty by fifty: welcome to CAC, and nice vette

[nhisfan]

OK, I finally got brave and ripped my trunk and interior apart for the CD changer installation. Everything went fairly smooth. I only broke 1 tab off the rear sill plate (glued back on - no sweat) and I had 1 screw left over - damned if I can figure where it came from!!!

Well, I did have a 6 inch square piece of carpet left over, too, but my wife is better at jigsaw puzzles than me and she eventually figured out where it went...

And to top everything off - when I got done - it actually worked!!!

The whole thing took about 3 hours total - probably about double what it would take if it wasn't my own car!!!

Save the wave - GT