AM/FM Cd Stereo install in 620 Dash?

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ledzep30513
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Car: 1979 620 Pick-up
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1983 280 xz 2 + 2
1978 620 pick-up
1983 720 KC 4 x 4
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Hello to all,
Does anyone know if I can do this ? and if so what radio was used? I would like to install my Alpine unit. But after trying to fit an older Pioneer cassette unit, I ended up putting the Pioneer unit in the console temporarily. It seemed to me that the units physical size wouldn't allow it to fit in the dash without really cutting the plastic bezel. I have already removed the org. radio support plate. So then the question becomes how to support the new radio/cd units weight.
Anyone know what enclosed speakers work well with the limitations of the 620's interior? I don't want to cut door panels or mod too much.
I'm running a Std cab non-AC truck.
Thanks to all who respond


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Rev_D21
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It would pain me to see the dash cut up to fit a modern radio in such an old truck. Have you thought about perhaps an under the dash mounting? People make custom center consoles all the time, maybe one could be built for your situation.

ledzep30513
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Joined: Wed Jan 16, 2013 12:04 pm
Car: 1979 620 Pick-up
Sold:
1983 280 xz 2 + 2
1978 620 pick-up
1983 720 KC 4 x 4
1972 240 z

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I have thought of using the package shelf area to install a panel with a radio in that, it just puts the controls and cd insertion/removal a bit clumbersome/hazardous.

itsa260not240z
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Car: 1974 datsun 620 1974 datsun 260z 1978 datsun 620

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Please dont cut dash:) i have a lil hustler and i have to close my eyes when i do minor motor mods


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