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View Poll Results: Which one would you prefer as of right now knowing the downfall fall of each system?
Scosche 43 62.32%
Metra 26 37.68%
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Old 07-07-2016, 04:08 AM   #57
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OnStar stopped working after a week or so. If I disconnected the battery, OnStar would work for another week or so and then go out. The Stereo and Climate controls worked fine. However, after pulling out the stereo so many times due to a defective HVAC harness from Metra and updating the firmware 3 times I have given up on this kit. I will not try Scosche because of the poor reviews as well. I will just keep my stock stereo and live with it for now.
Keep your amps. Keep the stock HU, build your system using something like Audio control Lc7i. Start there. With Lc7i you can add a true Sub output. It helps if you already have a FARK.
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Old 07-07-2016, 11:11 AM   #58
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OnStar stopped working after a week or so. If I disconnected the battery, OnStar would work for another week or so and then go out. The Stereo and Climate controls worked fine. However, after pulling out the stereo so many times due to a defective HVAC harness from Metra and updating the firmware 3 times I have given up on this kit. I will not try Scosche because of the poor reviews as well. I will just keep my stock stereo and live with it for now.
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So sorry to hear this. I was so hoping that things would get resolved. I guess we will just have to continue to wait....
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Old 07-07-2016, 04:08 PM   #59
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I keep telling you guys there's another option. I say this because I already dealt with the issues that arise when using an aftermarket adapter (Metra, Scosche, Alpine). If you're ok with having some issues come up, then by all means.
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Old 07-08-2016, 08:13 AM   #60
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I keep telling you guys there's another option. I say this because I already dealt with the issues that arise when using an aftermarket adapter (Metra, Scosche, Alpine). If you're ok with having some issues come up, then by all means.
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CreeperRS, I really appreciate you trying to help. In my case, I am wanting the change to gain Nav among other things, not primarily sound. I agree that the factory sound would be a good start with using something like you suggest or a good active sub. Just not the right fit for what I want. Thanks...
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Old 07-08-2016, 10:01 AM   #61
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No, problem. Both Metra and Scosche have their issues, just a matter of preference. If I were to use one, it would be the Scosche, or Alpine if I could find one. I never tried the Metra.
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Old 07-22-2016, 12:52 PM   #62
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I put in the metra kit. Every thing worked fine for a month!! The display went out and I had no climate functions. I could get a replacement but I feel I just don't wanna deal with the headache again later. Probably going back to oem. Safer and cheaper
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Old 09-23-2016, 09:57 AM   #63
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Well its about a month since the last post here. Anyone have any updates or success stories lately? Especially for the 2014 and 2015 models?
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Old 09-23-2016, 06:23 PM   #64
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My Metra kit has been working fine for more than a year.
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Old 09-23-2016, 08:00 PM   #65
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My Metra kit has been working fine for more than a year.
Same here .
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Old 09-26-2016, 04:18 PM   #66
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I think I have found an alternative to Scosche and Metra. Just bit the bullet to have the sound shop order one for me. Looks promising and retains the factory controls so it looks like a factory install.

See below.... company is Pac-Audio

Product Description
  • Simple yet effective, RPK5-GM4101 is designed to enhance functionality through aftermarket radio upgrades, without sacricing the factory-look aesthetics of 2010-2015 Camaros. Everything included, installers enjoy an unmatched ease of installation. Supporting both single DIN and double DIN installations, the original rotary climate control knobs are kept in place, helping retain the original factory look and feel. Along with climate controls, the electronic interface module also keeps other important functions from the original factory equipment such as steering wheel controls, OnStar functionality, and amplified sound systems.
Product Features
Everything you need, including Steering Wheel Controls
  • Retains factory climate control functions
  • Accommodates Single or double DIN radios
Fully integrated kit includes:
  • Factory-matched radio dash kit
  • Electronic Interface Module (retains climate controls, steering wheel controls, OnStar, factory amplifier
  • Auxiliary audio and USB retention harness
  • Antenna connector adapter
  • Exterior temperature display
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Old 09-26-2016, 04:23 PM   #67
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I think I have found an alternative to Scosche and Metra. Just bit the bullet to have the sound shop order one for me. Looks promising and retains the factory controls so it looks like a factory install.

See below.... company is Pac-Audio
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Seriously?
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Old 09-26-2016, 04:27 PM   #68
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I will know how it works in a few days depending on when it gets here and I can get the car into the shop.
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Old 09-26-2016, 04:31 PM   #69
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I will know how it works in a few days depending on when it gets here and I can get the car into the shop.
There's a half a dozen+ that have already installed it and 100+ posts strong. Please join the primary thread, where we are tracking issues and concerns for the community.
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Old 09-26-2016, 04:43 PM   #70
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what Snowman said,,,please one thread on this..........>>> http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=466017
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