What will I find when I remove the Stereo?

Crazyoll

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Feb 2, 2010
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I'm wanting to add a subwoofer and uprate the speakers in my mk2 'Ledo.
Ive found some good guides on how to remove the stereo unit, however, what i am trying to find out is what connections are on the back of the standard unit.
Would it be possible to wire an amp into the standard unit? Or will i need to change the Head unit.

Any infomation or ideas welcome. Also, would love to see photos if anyone has done an ice install in their Toledo.
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You could add an amp via a line-output converter... (some amps have these as inputs anyway)

but all you'll find on the back of the standard headunit are an aerial socket, ISO plugs, and a series of 3 coloured square plugs - or sockets for one or more of them - which control the CD changer (blue one) summink else (??) and the dashboard display/speed control
 

v5russ

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if you are wanting to run a sub and amp you are best to change the headunit. it will give you more audio control over it.

also you lose a lot of quality running down the normal speaker cable.. you can pick up a half desent head unit for about £80.

a fasica will cost you about £6 form egay and you whould not need a cadle harness.
 

Crazyoll

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Feb 2, 2010
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Thanks guys, I think i will change the headunit now. Seen one with two Preamp outs so should allow me to power everything i want.
Does anyone have any experience and advice on the best route to feed cables through a toledo into the boot.
Cheers
 

UTA_flyinghigh

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I routed mine underneath the driver's side carpet, then under the plastic thingies under the door sills then into the trunk. It's pouring outside right now but I can take pics tomorrow if you want.

UTA
 

Crazyoll

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Feb 2, 2010
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I'd love to see some pictures UTA. Where did you pass it through from the engine bay?

I'm planning on soundproofing the bare metal in my boot. It'll be a mission but hopefully worth it.
Anyone else doen this. Would like to see some pics and get some info on your install UTA.
Cheers
 

UTA_flyinghigh

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So I've braved the elements and got a couple of pics, however I won't be able to post them up until I hit 14 posts rhaaaaaaaaaaaaaa.

UTA
 
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