Re: Mounting a DIN radio (Was: Re: Picture of DIN Bracket)

[Jan van de Wouw <jvdwouw@xxxx>]

On 17-02-2002 Walter wrote:

>Kevin wrote:
>> From what i can tell, there is nothing to really hold an
>> aftermarket radio in place except that same screw in the back that you
>> mention.
> When I installed my DIN radio, I drilled two holes on either side of the OEM
> bracket (for a total of 4 holes). These holes corresponded to mounting
> points on the radio. There was exactly 1" gap on either side, so I made
> spacers using sections of 1/4" galvanized water pipe. It worked great. If
> I were doing it again, I would do it the same way except I would have bought
> a new DIN bracket instead of convert my OEM. With the new radio being held
> in place using a total of 4 points, the strap on the rear isn't necessary.

When I did mine I drilled a couple of holes too, only I made the so the wer
just UNDER the new radio. The I took a bit of threaded stock (M6) and put
that in from side to side. Now my radio lies on this bar at the rear and is
supported in front in the bracket. Big advantage is that I can remove my
radio through the slot in front and can reach the wiring for the radio very
easily. With Walters' option I think you have to remove the concole.
If I were to do the conversion again, I'd do it the same way, only I'd use a
dremel now, instead of the pliers and nibbler I used now...

Good Luck,

JAN van de Wouw
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