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Bry · 08-24-2008, 10:42 AM

Beautiful install! I picked up the 'universal' dash kit a few weeks back on eBay in anticipation of emulating this setup, and just picked up a Kenwood DNX-8120. Is there anything else I will need before I get started?
I found the upper storage slot on Suncoast's website (I am removing the useless CD holder, and it appears the lower storage bin is not shaped correctly to be moved up), but where do I find the trim for A/C to go into the lowest slot? I'd prefer not to cut my stock trim in case I ever want to go back to stock.

I'll post pics of the install once I get started.

trieullionaire · 08-25-2008, 05:05 AM

Hey Bry,

You can get the trim piece for the lower ac trim from our Ebay store, stores.ebay.com/Euromotorspeed. Shoot an email over to cvt929@yahoo.com, we do offer discounts to 986forum members. The link below takes you directly to the item if you want to see what it looks like.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&sspagename=STRK%3AMESE%3AIT &viewitem=&item=220263665393&rd=1

Bry · 09-13-2008, 02:32 PM

Anybody watching the boards today? I'm sooo close to finishing this project, but ran into a snag.
I've got my Kenwood DNX-8120 ready to mount up in the dash... but when I fired it up to test, everything works except sound. I hear absolutely nothing, from any input.
I planned to use the stock amplifier and I've followed the instructions for the AVIC install to a tee so currently I have the front and rear preouts wired to connector A.
I initially didn't have the MUTE line grounded, but do now and still hear nothing. There's still a labeled wire in the Kenwood's bundle called EXT CONT that isn't attached to anything... Should it be? what's it do??

- TIA & FINISHED PICS TO COME VERY SOON, I HOPE! -

boxs2000 · 09-14-2008, 10:06 AM

I would check the remote turn on wire for the factory amp.

Bry · 09-25-2008, 07:58 PM

Just about done! As promised, some pics:

trieullionaire · 09-27-2008, 06:50 AM

Hi Bry,

Is that a Porsche Boxster on your map screen? If so, how did you that?

Trieullionaire

Bry · 09-27-2008, 08:42 PM

Good catch! The Kenwood uses Garmin for their NAV functions, and recent Garmin GPS units allow you to replace the arrow with anything else - they even have a collection of replacements on their website.
It's not a documented function of the DNX-8120, but if you plug your laptop into the Mini B USB connection on the back, you can upload your own custom vehicles and set them as the displayed icon.