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Ordered a new Stereo for my Ranger.

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Old Jun 17, 2013
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Icon10 Ordered a new Stereo for my Ranger.

Was looking for a new stereo for my Ranger. Just happen to find this one on Crutchfield.com for a really good price...

Sony MEX-BT3000P CD receiver at Crutchfield.com

Included the install kit, removal tool, wiring harness, and free tech support. It's been almost 10 years since I installed an aftermarket stereo in a vehicle. But I'm sure it will go smoothly. Can't wait to get it.
 
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Old Jun 17, 2013
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don't be fooled when the wiring harness has two dimmer wires (orange) lol
 
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Old Jun 17, 2013
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I was planing on just keeping the factory CD player in my truck, but the Volume **** has been slow to respond while in use. Very annoying. And this way I'll have bluetooth calling for my smartphone, and controls for my pandora radio.
 
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Old Jun 21, 2013
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The radio showed up at my house today. I will get it installed tonight after work.
 
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Old Jun 21, 2013
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Looks good! I've never heard of Pandora before... I'll have to check it out!
 
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I guess not... unavailable in Canada.
 
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Old Jun 22, 2013
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I guess not... unavailable in Canada.
That sucks. It's internet radio you stream from your computer or smart phone. This deck can control the app that's on my note 2. It's pretty sweet. Stereos have come along ways in the last 10 years. I remember a pioneer deck I had in college and I thought it was fancy... lol
 
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Old Jun 23, 2013
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Here's my system
 
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Old Jun 23, 2013
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Go to my profile to view more pictures of my truck.
 
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Looks good man. definitely an upgrade from stock crap haha


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Go to my profile to view more pictures of my truck.
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Old Jun 23, 2013
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Ordered new speakers for the truck. Should see them Tuesday or Wednesday hopefully. Rockford Fosgate 6x8" Power T1682...



Should sound pretty good with 4 of these in that regular cab...
 
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Definitely better than old stuff 8000 dollars worth
 
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Got the Rockford Fosgate speakers installed in the doors tonight. Holy crap! These things are loud! I can't wait to get the second set for behind the seat. That little regular cab will be rocking!
 
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