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Hopstar · 06-02-2017, 09:49 AM

I did it myself... it took me about 5 hours but I took a few beer breaks during the process...with the video and directions it's really not that hard.... I didn't even have the video. If your good with stuff like this I say you should do it yourself.

Jyruiz · 06-02-2017, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Snoman

Initially, then you'll spend another 4hrs tearing apart your vehicle to repair them when they vibrate loose, corrode or snap off. Don't ever use taps in car audio.

Like I said, I solder mine, but some don't have that luxury, but you are correct, they can fail.

Jyruiz · 06-02-2017, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by KingSmono

I installed the Alpine amp + subwoofer + FARK harness, etc myself but the PAC kit head unit + camera job seems more involved.. I'm not sure if that is beyond my ability or not.

What head unit / cameras did you go with?

I went with the Kenwood DDX9703S

Chad's ZL1 · 06-04-2017, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Jyruiz

I went with the Kenwood DDX9703S

Great choice. I love mine

Hopstar · 06-04-2017, 09:49 AM

I love my Pioneer 8200

KingSmono · 06-06-2017, 09:15 AM

So after thinking about it some more, before spending nearly $2k on this, I think I am going to hold off until one of the big brands (Pioneer / Kenwood) offers a double-din android auto head unit that includes dash cam DVR functionality. I want a front camera for parking assistance, but would love to be able to record the front camera video for insurance purposes or the occasional auto-cross. There are some cheap brands that make head units with dash cam DVR now, so I hope it's only a matter of time until the big brands offer something too. Thanks for your help everyone!

DJ_LB_20 · 06-06-2017, 09:24 AM

I have and it's a great kit

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SWRocket · 06-19-2017, 02:00 PM

I just finished installing this with a Pioneer 4100NEX. Everything works well except for one strange issue, I'm hoping someone here may have some ideas.
When I have my iPhone connected through the USB (CarPlay) and a phone call comes in and I answer it from the steering wheel button, they can hear me fine, but I can't hear them at all.
If I answer the call by pressing the answer button on the HU display, then I can hear them fine.

I tried with the mute wire cut and connected but get the same thing...

Anyone run into this?

Hopstar · 06-19-2017, 02:17 PM

Did you connect the microphone?

SWRocket · 06-19-2017, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Hopstar

Did you connect the microphone?

LOL, yes. Like I said they can hear me perfectly, I just can't hear them.

ben3350 · 06-22-2017, 12:08 PM

I had the alpine dash kit for the last 2-3 years but now the HVAC buttons no longer work (along with some other buttons). That means no air conditioning in the hot summer. So I am looking for a solution, and this looks pretty good.

Could someone tell me how much an install at a shop this would be? Just need an average or an idea. I already have aftermarket modules like steering wheel and sirius etc, and its already been wired up with all my aftermarket amps and speakers. Will that help make it a quicker and cheaper job than if everything was OEM from the start?

=Stephens= · 06-24-2017, 10:55 AM

I have the Alpine Dash kit also and the problem I have is when I start the car up it is always on high heat. This looks like a better option to go with. If I have the Alpine already installed shouldn't this just drop right in? Everything is already hooked up with the Alpine kit.

Hopstar · 06-26-2017, 07:35 PM

Are you asking if your head unit will fit in the Pac kit?if it's double din standard size it should.
You need the stock bezel for the dials.

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Originally Posted by =Stephens=

I have the Alpine Dash kit also and the problem I have is when I start the car up it is always on high heat. This looks like a better option to go with. If I have the Alpine already installed shouldn't this just drop right in? Everything is already hooked up with the Alpine kit.

GVA 45TH 2SS · 06-27-2017, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by =Stephens=

I have the Alpine Dash kit also and the problem I have is when I start the car up it is always on high heat. This looks like a better option to go with. If I have the Alpine already installed shouldn't this just drop right in? Everything is already hooked up with the Alpine kit.

Its pretty much a drop in kit for everything, scosch/metra/stock.
You will need to transfer the wires from the radio to the Pac Module no matter which way you go though.

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06-19-2017, 02:00 PM	#736
SWRocket Drives: 2021 2SS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Vaughan, ON Posts: 612 View My Garage	I just finished installing this with a Pioneer 4100NEX. Everything works well except for one strange issue, I'm hoping someone here may have some ideas. When I have my iPhone connected through the USB (CarPlay) and a phone call comes in and I answer it from the steering wheel button, they can hear me fine, but I can't hear them at all. If I answer the call by pressing the answer button on the HU display, then I can hear them fine. I tried with the mute wire cut and connected but get the same thing... Anyone run into this? __________________ 2021 2SS A10 - Summit White - NPP - MRC - Adrenaline Red Interior Pkg - Black Appearance Pkg - Ground Effect Pkg - Suede Steering Wheel and shifter - Red Calipers - Carbon Flash Wheels w black lug nuts - DD Tinted Side Markers - Hero Tinted Rear Reflectors - Redline Fender Badges - 20% Tint Audio System Build Log ----------------------------------------------------------- 2014 Z/28 Summit White - sold 2020 2010 2SS/RS Summit White - sold 2014

06-22-2017, 12:08 PM	#739
ben3350 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT ABM Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Atlanta Posts: 485 View My Garage	I had the alpine dash kit for the last 2-3 years but now the HVAC buttons no longer work (along with some other buttons). That means no air conditioning in the hot summer. So I am looking for a solution, and this looks pretty good. Could someone tell me how much an install at a shop this would be? Just need an average or an idea. I already have aftermarket modules like steering wheel and sirius etc, and its already been wired up with all my aftermarket amps and speakers. Will that help make it a quicker and cheaper job than if everything was OEM from the start? __________________ Ark N-II catback exhaust, ZL1 bumper, JL C5 comps, JL 10w7, JL 500/1v2, JL 300/4v2

06-02-2017, 09:49 AM	#729
Hopstar Drives: 2010 camaro Ss Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: NJ Posts: 45	I did it myself... it took me about 5 hours but I took a few beer breaks during the process...with the video and directions it's really not that hard.... I didn't even have the video. If your good with stuff like this I say you should do it yourself.

06-06-2017, 09:15 AM	#734
KingSmono Drives: 2011 SIM 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: United States Posts: 18	So after thinking about it some more, before spending nearly $2k on this, I think I am going to hold off until one of the big brands (Pioneer / Kenwood) offers a double-din android auto head unit that includes dash cam DVR functionality. I want a front camera for parking assistance, but would love to be able to record the front camera video for insurance purposes or the occasional auto-cross. There are some cheap brands that make head units with dash cam DVR now, so I hope it's only a matter of time until the big brands offer something too. Thanks for your help everyone!

06-06-2017, 09:24 AM	#735
DJ_LB_20 Drives: 2013 Camaro 2ss Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Hoover AL Posts: 83	I have and it's a great kit Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

06-19-2017, 02:17 PM	#737
Hopstar Drives: 2010 camaro Ss Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: NJ Posts: 45	Did you connect the microphone?

06-24-2017, 10:55 AM	#740
=Stephens= Drives: 2011 LS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Kearney, Nebraska Posts: 3,541 View My Garage	I have the Alpine Dash kit also and the problem I have is when I start the car up it is always on high heat. This looks like a better option to go with. If I have the Alpine already installed shouldn't this just drop right in? Everything is already hooked up with the Alpine kit.