Darrell,
You stated;
"the reason I would like to have an 8track in the car is so
that I can play music from 1959, I had thought about installing a CD changer
in the trunk, but the only ones I have found must play through a factory FM
radio or be hard wired into the factory speakers. I dont mind hacking at the
wiring because some wiring will need repairs anyway. but im trying to keep
the car as much original as possible."
Here's an idea that worked for me. My car came with an AM only
radio and I really wanted to listen to something other than news/talk
stations. I located and purchased an FM converter which allows your AM
radio to receive FM stations (it plugs into the antenna line between the
incoming antenna and the radio) and installed it under the dash so it was
out of sight. The installation only required two wires-power and
ground. Then, using a standard CD changer that played through an FM
radio, I installed that under the front seat with the RF (antenna)
connection going through the FM converter. When I got done, I was able
to play CD's with music of my choice through what appeared to be a
stock AM radio. A little bit of work to set it up, but it worked
beautifully when I got done.
IMHO, listening to good music while enjoying our fine automobiles
is always worth the effort. Good Luck- I look forward to hearing
your solution.
Randy
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Thursday, July 14, 2005 9:28
PM
Subject: Re: IML: 8-track in
imperials & originality
my factory am radio work's or I should say it comes on but no
stations .I replaced the original speaker with one I matched up at
radioshack, I may need to replace the antenna.
the reason I would like to have an 8track in the car is so that I can
play music from 1959, I had thought about installing a CD changer in the
trunk, but the only ones I have found must play through a factory FM radio
or be hard wired into the factory speakers. I dont mind hacking at the
wiring because some wiring will need repairs anyway. but im trying to keep
the car as much original as possible.
any ideas or
suggestions?
Longramx2@xxxxxxxxxxxxx wrote:
I totally agree with rex.
My opinion on any car except maybe a super rare $100,000. and up
original, like say a hemi cuda convertable is that you should make your
car as enjoyable as you can, without worrying about 100% originality.
Applying your own personal touches to your imperial is what gives
it a character of its own, and sets it apart from the rest. I plan to
paint pearl green spikes down the side of my black 60 2dr crown with
mint green leather inside and custom wheels, on the flite sweep deck lid
I will replace the lense in the center with the big eagle from a 64's
fuel door. I would'nt take a saws all to my imperial but will add my own
taste to the car and dont care who likes it as long as I do, after all
were'nt imperials considered to be factory customs to begin with. Also
while on the subject of sound, there are places out there who install
modern stereo's inside your original leaving you with original looks and
modern function, has anybody here had this done ? if so I'm intrested in
hearing about the details since that also is on my list of things to
do.
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