- October 14, 2015
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- Comments Off on Bluetooth connectivity for teen driving safety: 2003 Honda Accord
This Accord had a broken CD changer and the customer came to us to get some help to set the car up for the new young driver in the family as well as for their use. The factory steering wheel controls were retained and we installed a new climate control panel since this year of Accord usually requires this piece.
Our aftermarket solution to replace a malfunctioning Honda radio is typically less than the dealer and offers you features that were not available when the car was brand new.
- October 4, 2015
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- Comments Off on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder: Why is my radio reception bad?
This customer recently purchased their vehicle and could not understand why the radio would randomly lose reception. After a quick diagnosis, we found a poor installation that didn’t take into account that the vehicle’s safety structure was interfering with the radio’s wiring.
We removed the poor quality gear and replaced them with our higher quality supplies. Our professional installation was all it took to get the radio tuning into FM consistently and got the vehicle sounding great.
Schedule a Consultation: 919-779-8755- September 30, 2015
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- Comments Off on 2007 BMW Z4: Better radio and satellite radio
Our customer wanted to add SiriusXM as well as enhanced smartphone connectivity to their German roadster but the dealer didn’t give them much of an option. We replaced the entire radio, added the satellite receiver and were even able to retain the OEM steering wheel controls.
Bluetooth Radio – 1996 Chevrolet Caprice
Help! I don't have any sound!- September 12, 2015
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Having just bought the car earlier that day, this customer brought us his almost silent Caprice. We found most of the speakers to be dead and the radio not functioning, either. In just a few short hours, we were able to restore sound to the front stage and provide an appropriate source unit that could connect to any of his devices.
Rear speakers and a healthy dose of bass (the trunk is huge!) are soon to follow…
Schedule a Consultation: 919-779-8755- September 12, 2015
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- Comments Off on Bluetooth Radio + SiriusXM – 2007 Jeep Wrangler
This customer came to us because their factory radio’s SiriusXM reception would have issues when the Jeep’s top was partially open. It also lacked Bluetooth connectivity.
To solve both problems, we replaced the factory radio with a CD/Bluetooth receiver (retaining the factory amplified sound system with subwoofer) and were able to also provide him with a superior location for the satellite antenna to ensure he could receive the SiriusXM signal with the top partially folded open.
Schedule a Consultation: 919-779-8755Full Sound System – 2008 Ford Mustang Convertible
High performance audio for a high performance convertible.- September 7, 2015
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- Comments Off on Full Sound System – 2008 Ford Mustang Convertible
This customer came to us wanting improved sound in their Mustang. The stock Shaker system was inadequate for their taste (especially when the OEM system in their other vehicle was better).
A new CD receiver, amplifier, full set of speakers and subwoofer was just what they needed to fill their ears with great sound with the wind in their hair. On time and on budget is what we did and the smiles were endless when they heard their new sound system for the the first time.
Schedule a Consultation: 919-779-8755- September 7, 2015
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- Comments Off on CD Player – 1998 Honda CR-V
This customer came in with a 1998 Honda CRV and wanted a simple upgrade to the radio since it’s an older car. A simple CD player with aux port and USB port was all he wanted. He actually came to us from another shop where he wasn’t very confident would get the job done correctly. We surprised him as we were able to take the job and complete it quickly despite being close to the end of the day.
We even showed him a few tricks about his CR-V when he asked what one would use the remote control for…he still had the original picnic table in his car and didn’t know that it existed and that the CD remote would be useful to crank up the volume or change tracks when tailgating!
Schedule a Consultation: 919-779-8755- June 14, 2015
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- Comments Off on Radio Transmitter – Ford Ranger
The owner of this Ford Ranger came to us wanting to replace the standard Ford radio with a smaller and more up to date receiver. He also had a request to be able to install and integrate a radio transmitter (as he is a licensed radio operator). Having done many similar radios in the past, we knew we could give him a great result.
Our technician modified a standard installation kit to provide a nice appearance and sturdy mount for his transceiver. Then we installed the CD receiver with Bluetooth and routed the antenna appropriately for the transmitter. Once completed, we waited for the owner to power up and test the radio and he was very satisfied with our custom integration for him!
Schedule a Consultation: 919-779-8755- June 9, 2015
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- Comments Off on Bluetooth CD Receiver – Ferrari F430
This customer decided that the factory radio in their Ferrari F430 was simply not cutting it anymore. We reviewed some options and he decided to upgrade to a bluetooth CD receiver with smartphone compatibility and added a SiriusXM tuner as well. Despite very little technical information available for this particular car, we were able to source the appropriate connectors which made the installation very clean and neat.
While we were at it, we also hard-wired the customer’s radar detector and concealed some of its wiring.
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