Thread: Head unit info/comparison, opinions, and specs needed

Originally Posted by Burbman

I installed a Pioneer DEH-P5000UB in our 98 GT.



Got the install stuff from Crutchfield:

003GMK432X Pontiac Kit 1995-up, S/E 19.99
120701858 GM Wire Harness receiver, 1985-up 9.99
12040GM10 GM Antenna Adapter Motorola M to OEM antenna F 9.99
127SWIPS PAC SWI-PS - Pioneer Steering Wheel Radio Control Interface 74.99
130CDIU50 Pioneer CD-iU50 USB-to-iPod Adapter 29.99

I ran the USB cable into the console, where the iPod cable attaches. With the iPod connected, you can control the iPod from the stereo. Or, disconnect the iPod and you can control any USB storage device with a standard file system.

The install calls for the deck to protrude 1/2" out from the dash, but I used a sawzall to cut off the plastic rear support for the OEM radio and now it sits flush. No vibration, works great! Will post a pic as soon as the car is back from the tranny shop. Sounds pretty good with the stock speakers too.

The steering wheel adapter works great and was a breeze to install. Plug n Play, just follow the programming directions that come with it.

I have the 6000 series of that same HU. And I simply love it!!! USB connectivity and the whole works! Tranny don't go buying something without USB, to get the addon kits for the ability to have USB are outrageously over priced. You will be spending more money on something that comes stock on these HUs.

Also the features and customizeable 5 band EQ is an awesome feature and the bass/sub woofer controls I find MOST useful to get the most of my semi craptastic setup!

I have a new Kenwood KAC-X4C coming soon and I will hopefully be getting its mono brother, the X1C as well. And then will be upping my sub box to a dual 10" Memphis MClass or Reference series box.

I got the Humont stereo mounting kit and mine sits flush now. None of that protuding stuff like some of the aftermarket holders do to your stereo. Here is a crappy picture of it.



And of course I had to have one with my awesome LED light I won at the BGPM this year