Car Audio for Your Beater Car?!

Mustangbelle306 · 09-06-2002, 03:39 PM

Well my junky Discman I was using in my Civic that has served me sooo faithfully for years seems to have finally given up the ghost!

Although I don't want to blow more c-notes on a NEW Eclipse head unit, I may spend some cash on an older Eclipse or Alpine. I've been impressed by the quality and performance of the 2 brands so far, so stick with what you know, right?

I already swapped the trash *** stock speakers out, so the cost would only be for the head unit.

What do ya'll put in YOUR daily car? Sure, they aren't as nice as your Stang/weekend Stang, but we DO spend a good amount of time in them!

P.S. I know this post is about audio, but its not a tech question so I figured it belonged in BOL more than the Audio forum

induction · 09-06-2002, 04:00 PM

I have a Alpine 7154 in the beater ( I think it's just as old too lol) with speakers from a ford ranger plus a 6" bass tube.

The Deuce · 09-06-2002, 04:24 PM

I was all stock in both the old cars. You can pick up a new discman for thirty bucks if you know where to look.

I'm swapping a Blaupunkt head and changer into the Mustang this weekend. It happens to be my daily now.

induction · 09-06-2002, 04:51 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by The Deuce
You can pick up a new discman for thirty bucks if you know where to look.

I'll take one of those Deuce .

The Deuce · 09-06-2002, 05:16 PM

http://stores.hsprofessional.com/ret...d=027242596627

Its refurbished, but comes with a Sony Warranty. I got my CD changer through these people, but it was brand new.

$32. Shipped to So. CA. With tape adapter and power supply.

induction · 09-06-2002, 07:06 PM

Thanks Deuce

The Deuce · 09-06-2002, 07:09 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by induction
Thanks Deuce

You owe me one.

Shelby428cj · 09-06-2002, 07:41 PM

Uh-Oh induction you owe Deuce one hmmm this could get scary!!!

See Ya,
Karen

induction · 09-06-2002, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Shelby428cj
Uh-Oh induction you owe Deuce one hmmm this could get scary!!!

See Ya,
Karen

He knows I'm good for it , lol
Anyhow back to beater stereos b-4 we get spanked for going off topic lol
So ..uh Karen what do you think of my choice of stereo for the beater ? do ya think I need a big ol amp. or wil the truck melt down from it? lol

BTW here are the other speakers for it:

The Deuce · 09-06-2002, 09:27 PM

Karen - She know's how to get me what I need.

Induction - You bring up spanking, and then go right back to speakers?

jj_jonathon · 09-07-2002, 01:46 AM

ive always had a problem with the newer alpine headunits with CDs getting stuck in the unit...happened on the original one bought, and the replacement....so i dont trust alpine....ima huge pioneer headunit fan....never had a problem with them and they look nice (the last generation, they just changed em)

tireburner163 · 09-07-2002, 02:35 AM

Pioneer, exc. deck, aftermarket speakers, JBL b0300x1, one Adire Audio Shiva 12".

LxMustangRacer · 09-07-2002, 02:47 AM

beater cars get a head unit, for cd's, and hand-me-down subs when I put something new in the stang. I don't touch the speakers.

PKRWUD · 09-07-2002, 04:27 AM

Sony head unit (I prefer Pioneer, but my iPod works flawlessly with the Sony), Kenwood amp, Toshiba amp, Boston Acoustics & Polk speakers, 8" Bazooka, & my iPod.

Take care,
~Chris

Old Guy with 87 GT · 09-08-2002, 08:06 AM

86 nissan pick up (more rust then metal)==blaupunkt head unit ,infinity 6 1/4s,radio shack 3 way home speakers....gotta have tunes

currently the stereo's worth 2.4 times more then the truck

MidNiteBlu 5.0 · 09-08-2002, 12:56 PM

When I was driving the 86 Oldsmobile I put a kenwood deck and Infinity kappa speakers in it. The car is now my 16 yo brothers to drive and i drive the stang everyday.

Later,
Nick

09-06-2002, 03:39 PM	#1
Mustangbelle306 Yay for Chickys Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 1,532	Car Audio for Your Beater Car?! Well my junky Discman I was using in my Civic that has served me sooo faithfully for years seems to have finally given up the ghost! Although I don't want to blow more c-notes on a NEW Eclipse head unit, I may spend some cash on an older Eclipse or Alpine. I've been impressed by the quality and performance of the 2 brands so far, so stick with what you know, right? I already swapped the trash *** stock speakers out, so the cost would only be for the head unit. What do ya'll put in YOUR daily car? Sure, they aren't as nice as your Stang/weekend Stang, but we DO spend a good amount of time in them! P.S. I know this post is about audio, but its not a tech question so I figured it belonged in BOL more than the Audio forum

09-06-2002, 04:24 PM	#3
The Deuce Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2,325	I was all stock in both the old cars. You can pick up a new discman for thirty bucks if you know where to look. I'm swapping a Blaupunkt head and changer into the Mustang this weekend. It happens to be my daily now. __________________ 1997 Mustang GT "The Freak" - 13.80 @ 101.70, 2.07 60' 1995 Honda VFR750 - not much @ really fast (actual data pending.) 1964.5 Mustang 289 Rice Haters Club Member #13

09-06-2002, 05:16 PM	#5
The Deuce Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2,325	http://stores.hsprofessional.com/ret...d=027242596627 Its refurbished, but comes with a Sony Warranty. I got my CD changer through these people, but it was brand new. $32. Shipped to So. CA. With tape adapter and power supply. __________________ 1997 Mustang GT "The Freak" - 13.80 @ 101.70, 2.07 60' 1995 Honda VFR750 - not much @ really fast (actual data pending.) 1964.5 Mustang 289 Rice Haters Club Member #13

09-06-2002, 07:06 PM	#6
induction The Brit! Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Across the Pond! Posts: 694	Thanks Deuce __________________ *Restored 1965 Coupe* *April Mare of the Month* RiceHatersClub Member #27

09-06-2002, 07:41 PM	#8
Shelby428cj Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 510	Uh-Oh induction you owe Deuce one hmmm this could get scary!!! See Ya, Karen __________________ Karen Wells, Moderator The Mustang Works Magazine http://www.mustangworks.com 1969 Mustang (Project Rice Eater) 1999 Silver Mustang Saleen S281 (SQ car for stereo contests) SQ Goddess My Stereo Bro "tireburner163"

09-06-2002, 09:27 PM	#10
The Deuce Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2,325	Karen - She know's how to get me what I need. Induction - You bring up spanking, and then go right back to speakers? __________________ 1997 Mustang GT "The Freak" - 13.80 @ 101.70, 2.07 60' 1995 Honda VFR750 - not much @ really fast (actual data pending.) 1964.5 Mustang 289 Rice Haters Club Member #13

09-07-2002, 01:46 AM	#11
jj_jonathon Trisket Join Date: May 2002 Location: University of Florida, FL Posts: ½ Posts: 1,560	ive always had a problem with the newer alpine headunits with CDs getting stuck in the unit...happened on the original one bought, and the replacement....so i dont trust alpine....ima huge pioneer headunit fan....never had a problem with them and they look nice (the last generation, they just changed em) __________________ University of Florida - Physics Major My 02GT vert Media Center Pics BBK Underdrive Pulleys \| K&N FIPK (Gen II) \| Bullet Grille \| Mach 1 Chin Spoiler \| UPR Interior Parts \| XM Radio \| Audiobahn Subs Ricer Hater's Club Member #1/2 (30) http://www.ricehatersclub.com/

09-07-2002, 02:35 AM	#12
tireburner163 It's a lot like a race car Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Meridian, MS Posts: 4,130	Pioneer, exc. deck, aftermarket speakers, JBL b0300x1, one Adire Audio Shiva 12". __________________ 1987 Buick T-type 1998 HD Electra Elide

09-07-2002, 02:47 AM	#13
LxMustangRacer Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Allendale, Mi Posts: 137	beater cars get a head unit, for cd's, and hand-me-down subs when I put something new in the stang. I don't touch the speakers. __________________ 1994 Mustang GT Convertible

09-07-2002, 04:27 AM	#14
PKRWUD Junior Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Ventura, California Posts: 8,981	Sony head unit (I prefer Pioneer, but my iPod works flawlessly with the Sony), Kenwood amp, Toshiba amp, Boston Acoustics & Polk speakers, 8" Bazooka, & my iPod. Take care, ~Chris __________________ Webmaster: Rice Haters Club Jim Porter Racing Peckerwoods Pit Stop Support Your Local RED & WHITE!

09-08-2002, 08:06 AM	#15
Old Guy with 87 GT Registered Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Posts: 379	86 nissan pick up (more rust then metal)==blaupunkt head unit ,infinity 6 1/4s,radio shack 3 way home speakers....gotta have tunes currently the stereo's worth 2.4 times more then the truck __________________ the "not so old",old guy 87 Mustang GT T-top >hanlon t-5, pro 5.0, centerforce clutch ,adj. cable/quatrant ,3.27s ,full 2 1/2 ex(off road H) adj. reg. ,e-cam ,70mm TB, cobra intake ,1.7rr ,ported/milled e7ets w/crane springs ,306 balaced/decked short block w/speed pro forged flat top pistons ...257rwhp/302rwt best et 13.7@102 (4/11 ) '80 Capri (future project,currently collecting parts for 351 moter)

09-08-2002, 12:56 PM	#16
MidNiteBlu 5.0 I got something to say Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,557	When I was driving the 86 Oldsmobile I put a kenwood deck and Infinity kappa speakers in it. The car is now my 16 yo brothers to drive and i drive the stang everyday. Later, Nick __________________ 91 LX Hatch 5.0 - made for the twisties 89 LX Hatchback 5.0 5spd. stolen/stripped 4/7/05 http://www.mustangworks.com/cgi-bin/...splay.cgi?3494 1987 Toyota Pickup Ricer Haters Club Member #33 Want a custom gauge cluster for your Vintage Mustang? www.jmeenterprises.com

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