Double Din replacement

longroad2nowhere · Jan 13th, 2007, 11:50

Hi there, this is my first post on these forums

. I am interested in replacing my SC - 805 with a Kenwood DPX501U. However, in a recent corrosponding thread problems were mentioned. I was wondering if anyone had successfully (and easily) managed to do this?

Thanks all!

FIREBOLT · Jan 13th, 2007, 15:09

I've replaced my double din HU for a single, using a genuine Volvo single din pocket. Part No.30613741

Dog_Book · Jan 13th, 2007, 17:19

thats what i did. It works perfectly

catflem · Jan 14th, 2007, 09:39

Do a search on e bay using "Volvo Double Din" and you should find an advert (or 10) selling the pocket & a wiring adaptor for £22 including UK postage.

Not sure if the wiring adaptor would be suitable for your stereo in which case it would be a waste of money.

Probably better to check your local scrappy for Volvo's, the pocket is very easy to remove/Install as it just slides in. No tools required.

Cheers

Jaytee-ex480 · Jan 14th, 2007, 09:49

I'd agree with all thats been said here I picked my single din pocket up the
other day (don't waste time or money with the crap from halfords the pockets from there don't fit and look s**t) as for the wiring harness that should be easy to get from http://caraudiosecurity.com/shop/home.html
as for which lead that should be easy to tell from the back of your existing stereo .

having done this recently I'd be happy to help answer any Q's

Dog_Book · Jan 14th, 2007, 10:14

Concur, DO NOT try to use an aftermarket single din pocket. Use the volvo one, its fits %100 perfect and has 2 little posts on it the hold the stereo cage in place. I had mine done by a proffesitional car audio centre who even said that thier own brand do not work properly..nightmares etc...wont stay still...ratles.....slides out under acceleration etc. Buy volvo its worth it.

longroad2nowhere · Jan 14th, 2007, 18:40

Thanks for all your replys, been a real help. Has any managed to swap a the double din for a double din aftermarket unit? or indeed of sc for a hu?

Thanks all

tothemax · Jul 21st, 2007, 19:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dog_Book

Concur, DO NOT try to use an aftermarket single din pocket. Use the volvo one, its fits %100 perfect and has 2 little posts on it the hold the stereo cage in place. I had mine done by a proffesitional car audio centre who even said that thier own brand do not work properly..nightmares etc...wont stay still...ratles.....slides out under acceleration etc. Buy volvo its worth it.

Hi mate how much is the one from volvo.

willster · Jul 31st, 2007, 22:26

I have one one E-bay, currently £1

DavidMarron · Sep 17th, 2008, 15:35

waht solution did you have to the small bit of trim around the new head unit?
Halfords have a scrappy black thing but I'd like a volvo grey one.

I asked in the dealer when ordering the single pocket but they don't seem to make one

Jan 13th, 2007, 11:50	#1
longroad2nowhere Member Last Online: Dec 12th, 2023 14:46 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Bathgate	Double Din replacement Hi there, this is my first post on these forums . I am interested in replacing my SC - 805 with a Kenwood DPX501U. However, in a recent corrosponding thread problems were mentioned. I was wondering if anyone had successfully (and easily) managed to do this? Thanks all!

Jan 13th, 2007, 17:19	#3
Dog_Book Idiot Last Online: Apr 21st, 2019 17:29 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Derby	thats what i did. It works perfectly __________________ Vectra VXR estate convert Experience = V40 1998 2.0 CD lots of mods Busy pestering the poor sods here now

Jan 14th, 2007, 10:14	#6
Dog_Book Idiot Last Online: Apr 21st, 2019 17:29 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Derby	Concur, DO NOT try to use an aftermarket single din pocket. Use the volvo one, its fits %100 perfect and has 2 little posts on it the hold the stereo cage in place. I had mine done by a proffesitional car audio centre who even said that thier own brand do not work properly..nightmares etc...wont stay still...ratles.....slides out under acceleration etc. Buy volvo its worth it. __________________ Vectra VXR estate convert Experience = V40 1998 2.0 CD lots of mods Busy pestering the poor sods here now

Jul 31st, 2007, 22:26	#9
willster New Member Last Online: Jan 14th, 2011 14:43 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Mansfield	Single DIN Pocket I have one one E-bay, currently £1

Jan 14th, 2007, 09:39	#4
catflem Master Member Last Online: Oct 20th, 2023 12:15 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Expat in NW France	Do a search on e bay using "Volvo Double Din" and you should find an advert (or 10) selling the pocket & a wiring adaptor for £22 including UK postage. Not sure if the wiring adaptor would be suitable for your stereo in which case it would be a waste of money. Probably better to check your local scrappy for Volvo's, the pocket is very easy to remove/Install as it just slides in. No tools required. Cheers

Jan 14th, 2007, 09:49	#5
Jaytee-ex480 Member Last Online: Oct 2nd, 2008 03:28 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: w-s-m	I'd agree with all thats been said here I picked my single din pocket up the other day (don't waste time or money with the crap from halfords the pockets from there don't fit and look s**t) as for the wiring harness that should be easy to get from http://caraudiosecurity.com/shop/home.html as for which lead that should be easy to tell from the back of your existing stereo . having done this recently I'd be happy to help answer any Q's

Jan 14th, 2007, 18:40	#7
longroad2nowhere Member Last Online: Dec 12th, 2023 14:46 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Bathgate	Thanks for all your replys, been a real help. Has any managed to swap a the double din for a double din aftermarket unit? or indeed of sc for a hu? Thanks all

Sep 17th, 2008, 15:35	#10
DavidMarron Member Last Online: Aug 24th, 2023 17:54 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: reading	waht solution did you have to the small bit of trim around the new head unit? Halfords have a scrappy black thing but I'd like a volvo grey one. I asked in the dealer when ordering the single pocket but they don't seem to make one

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