Hiding an AVIC-D3 behind factory stereo - 3000GT/Stealth International Message Center

Camelot_One · 04-10-2008, 12:55 PM

Just thought I'd post this, as it worked out so well I think others might like it.
I had to drill new holes in the stereo mounts to drop the D3 further into the dash, then I gutted the factory head unit, flattened the back side, and it slips in as a dummy cover over the D3. Small pull tab on the left makes it easy to pop out on the fly, but all of the important info (Ipod info, XM, even nav data) shows though the factory cover.

And even looking close you can't tell it's anything more than the factory stereo.

note - the volume button just sits on top of the D3s volume dial. It is not attached, but deep enough that it stays in place. I forgot to pull it off for the open pic.

93stealthRT2fast4u · 04-10-2008, 12:58 PM

bro thats tittys good job

jpyounis1 · 04-10-2008, 01:08 PM

thats one of the coolest things ive seen done in a while..

good job bro

My92Stealth · 04-10-2008, 03:18 PM

Woah, thats actually really cool. Nice work...although bigger pics would be cooler

98slept · 04-10-2008, 04:27 PM

son of a gun! thats hot and unique. makes the thiefs think twice before stealing your radio.

Camelot_One · 04-11-2008, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by My92Stealth

Woah, thats actually really cool. Nice work...although bigger pics would be cooler

Click the pics for the larger version. (you didn't miss it before, I just added the links)

Rcl1221 · 04-11-2008, 06:35 AM

That is very, Very, VERY cool!!!!

Kx125kid · 04-11-2008, 06:46 AM

nice job

Zero Doom · 04-11-2008, 07:15 AM

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Originally Posted by 98slept

son of a gun! thats hot and unique. makes the thiefs think twice before stealing your radio.

Lol, yea that would be true, unless they were trying to refurbish their old 3000GT and saw the vintage radio in his car. They would be in for a big surprise. xD

Thats an awesome idea you had. I wish I had a non-functioning oem head unit, I would probably copy your idea. xD

Camelot_One · 04-11-2008, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Zero Doom

I wish I had a non-functioning oem head unit, I would probably copy your idea. xD

They are dirt cheap on ebay - and you don't have to worry about it working

eBay Motors: 93-96 Stealth 3000GT AM FM Cassette Stereo Radio 56886B (item 320237671090 end time Apr-15-08 08:23:14 PDT)

I've also seen a few at local junk yards, and without the code they go for about $25. I picked up another one (paid $50 for one with a code) just in case I ever sell the car. Though that is unlikely.

04-10-2008, 12:55 PM	#1 (permalink)
Camelot_One Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Hiding an AVIC-D3 behind factory stereo Just thought I'd post this, as it worked out so well I think others might like it. I had to drill new holes in the stereo mounts to drop the D3 further into the dash, then I gutted the factory head unit, flattened the back side, and it slips in as a dummy cover over the D3. Small pull tab on the left makes it easy to pop out on the fly, but all of the important info (Ipod info, XM, even nav data) shows though the factory cover. And even looking close you can't tell it's anything more than the factory stereo. note - the volume button just sits on top of the D3s volume dial. It is not attached, but deep enough that it stays in place. I forgot to pull it off for the open pic. Last edited by Camelot_One : 04-11-2008 at 06:05 AM. Reason: Added pic links to higher res version

04-10-2008, 12:58 PM	#2 (permalink)
93stealthRT2fast4u Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Charlotte NC Drives: 93 Stealth RT Trader Rating: (20)	Re: Hiding an AVIC-D3 behind factory stereo bro thats tittys good job

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jpyounis1 Volunteer FireFighter Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: North Jersey Drives: 95' 3000GT/86' IrocZ Trader Rating: (7)	Re: Hiding an AVIC-D3 behind factory stereo thats one of the coolest things ive seen done in a while.. good job bro __________________ Mods- 4" Intake, Modded Throttle Body, Re-Grind Cam Shafts, Big Tyla's Ground Wire Kit, Eibach Pro Kit Lowering Springs, NGK Copper Plugs, Accel Thundersport 300+ Red Spark Plug Wires, 6000k HID Kit, 99 Garnish, Prosport Gauges, Evolke 17" Wheels, Hella Optilux Fog's, Custom Exhaust, Clear Corners

04-10-2008, 03:18 PM	#4 (permalink)
My92Stealth Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Southern NH Drives: 91RT/TT,92Base Trader Rating: (34)	Re: Hiding an AVIC-D3 behind factory stereo Woah, thats actually really cool. Nice work...although bigger pics would be cooler __________________ 1991 RT/TT Pearl White/Porn Red 15g's + supporting, other mods. 92 Stealth Base DD.

04-10-2008, 04:27 PM	#5 (permalink)
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04-11-2008, 06:35 AM	#7 (permalink)
Rcl1221 Constant state of repair. Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Chicago's Northshore Drives: 1994 3000GT VR-4 Trader Rating: (17)	Re: Hiding an AVIC-D3 behind factory stereo That is very, Very, VERY cool!!!! __________________ "Some say that his scrotum has its own small gravity field, and that because our producer rigged a phone vote, he now has a new name. All we know is, he's called Cuddles." -Jeremy Clarkson Richie's Randoms: My Blog /Automagic: Superior Interior and Exterior Detailing notfwd.com for fans and owners of all RWD and AWD automobiles!

04-11-2008, 06:46 AM	#8 (permalink)
Kx125kid Verified Seller Join Date: May 2003 Location: Hopewell Junction NY Drives: 1993 VR-4 Trader Rating: (16)	Re: Hiding an AVIC-D3 behind factory stereo nice job __________________ 3000GT STEALTH CLUB of NEW YORK 1993 MItsubishi 3000GT VR-4 1991 Dodge Stealth R/T Http://www.3SNY.com