Aftermarket Stereo system

[chris_b_owens]

has anyone installed an aftermarket system, i want to get the Kenwood kvt-915dvd, in my old truck i had the 910dvd and loved it. i did not get the navigation installed in this car specifically because i want to install a kenwood one, but finding a dash kit and a wiring harness is proving to be difficult,

any answeres?Chris Owens

2003 BMW Z4, Sterling Grey
19 inch Chrome Konig Prophets
Clear Taillight Package
Sport, Convenience, Premium

My Webpage on Sounddomain.com, (lots of pics)

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[20ducks]

I installed a complete Alpine system. If you are thinking on going for a Nav sys with screen, you may want to consider that in a roadster, the screen will be washed out by sunlight a fair amount of the time. I haven't found any wiring adapters anywhere. This is IMHO new territory. Crutchfield hasn't even measured this car yet. There was no interest on my part to have the BMW or aftermarket Nav system at all. I wanted better than average sound, at any speed. One of the biggest problems with aftermarket HU's etc, that I found was that in the Kansas City Metro area even the custom shops shied away from installing anything in the Z4. I also didn't want to pay big bucks to have a guinea pig vehicle either. One of the Roadfly Members found the part number for the BMW bezel (frame) to facilitate installing a single DIN aftermarket HU. I already had a complete Audio system from another car that was just collecting dust and thought that I would try to install it myself. Not that easy, but finally got it going. All I can say is that out of all (and there have been many) installs I have done myself, this one had the most challenges of all. BMW can't make a decent cup holder, but they sure know how to put a car together.

BTW, this is not a casual installation, unless you are an absolute wizard.

Here are a few pics:

[ehdz4]

I have been shopping around to replace the speakers with aftermarket ones and do the whole DVD unit, subs, probably one or two tens in the trunk with amps, etc. I want to replace the speakers behind the seats and the speakers on the doors (eight out of ten). I will probably disconnect the ones by the feet because my feet never listen. What I gotta know is exactly what size speakers can fit in these locations, especially the ones behind the seats. The installers I have talked to know jack $hit about this car so any posts or links on the whole process of taking apart doors, dash, wiring is appreciated. Lastly, do any of you know the best way I can find a mechanic's book on the car? Thanks.

[luckyace]

They have an option that you pick your car out and it tells you the size of all the speakers..

[20ducks]

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Self Installed mods/upgrades: Spoiler, #71 Rims,
Clear Lenses, Painted Calipers w/Graphics,
Axxis DeLuxe Brake Pads, Neon Lighted Trunk,
Factory Alarm w/shock & proximity sensors,
K&N Air Filter, Trunk Lid Liner, Xpel (headlamp),
Sound Generator, Roundel Overlays,
Trunk Open Warning Strobe,
Alpine Audio: 7998 HU, 4ch & digital sub Amp w/SWR1241 sub.

[Tim K.]

Go to Ebay. I bought a complete set of cd's for the car plus other BMW's are on it. Shows how to take all parts off and reinstall them. I have found it to be quite useful.

[Tim K.]

I for got to tell you where to go. At ebay on search bmw z4 cd

[luckyace]

[20Ducks]

ehdz4....email me at: twentyducks@kc.rr.com

[the tip....20Ducks]

[low 80's]

Here's the link describing my install

DVD, XM , NAV, CD Changer

fantastic unit


http://www.****.com/forum/viewtopic....hlight=pioneer

[ehdz4]

thanks for the tip, I think I am going to make a bid on it...curious, how much did you end up paying for yours?

[enigma]

Did the group purchase of the DIN size bezel happen already? If not, I would also be interested.

I am not near Ct, but just for reference, how much did they charge you for labor?

Thanks!

[zeus_dd]

I installed a kvt 911 in my z4 the kit was custom made with velcro and leather sides. I stick my cell phone ,lighter, and whatever else needs velcro :) remote ect. Ill post some pics in a day or two. I heard the kvt 915 got recalled alot for motor problems in the screen?

[drone]