New Here? Read this Thread for FAQ's on Stereos, Speakers, and Monitors.

[Kansas1230]

Seeing how helpful the "New Here?" threads have been in other sections, I thought this could be a good way to help answer some of the more frequently asked questions about both OEM and aftermarket stereos, etc. I am going to try and fill in as much information as I can, but please help me with any ideas/knowledge/pics that you have. Hopefully someone with powers can seamlessly blend our efforts into a single post down the road, plus links to "How To" threads for modifications.

These are some of the things I thought could go in here:

Abbreviations/Attributes of the different OEM stereos.
Identification of the BA system and location of amp.
OEM speaker sizes/locations.
Features of a Lockpick.
iPod integration options.
A few aftermarket headunit options/bezel requirements (maybe this should be its own thread).
Aftermarket monitors- overhead, headrest, elsewhere?
Sub/amp locations.

Anything else?

[Kansas1230]

Someone please make sure I got all these right!

Abbreviations/Attributes of the different OEM stereos:

REF - Single disc, mp3
RAQ - 6 Disc, mp3
REC - 6 Disc, mp3, Disc-based NAV, 6.5" screen, DVD capable with Lockpick.
VES - Vehicle Entertainment System, console mounted DVD player and rear overhead monitor. AUX inputs.
MyGig - Too new for my blood. Someone help me out here.

OEM speaker sizes/locations:
Non-Boston Acoustics: Dash- 3.5" 1 way, Front Door- 6x9" 1 way, Rear Door- 6.5" 1 way.
BA Speakers: ?
Location of BA Amp: Inside third row driver-side paneling. BA system also designated by BA badging on the speakers for 07+ models?


A few aftermarket headunit options/bezel requirements:

This is my "OEM" (Original Equipment Media) CH-4100 headunit. 4.3" Touchscreen, single disc, DVD, mp3, wma, iPod integration, Sat. ready, NAV capable (w/ module, shown), 5.1 decoding, Bluetooth phone, AUX ins (RCA and 3.5mm), rear video outs.

Direct fit, all cables/harnesses included, no bezel modifications.

[my4thjeep]

just installed a kenwood 5160 in dash gps. thought id mention that you can mod the stereo faceplate (plastic piece) to fit around a double din sized stereo. i had the stock cd player also.

[kitkat]

I also installed a double din...had the 6 disc before...made a custome dash piece out of some plastic I bought for $2